We’ve got more art parties for you….and we will give one more update the following week for the last days of June. We will post an update by June 26, 2019;  Remember to see the Upcoming Events Page for more events. See info on all our drop-downs on the Top Ten Page. Hope to see you out there kids!

================================

MoreArtParties-520pixels

June 19, 2019:
Celebrate new artists at the Hollywood Sculpture Garden with a fun art party. Master glass blower, John Mooney will have several incredible glass sculptures on display. Mooney founded Moonlight Glass in 1999 in Venice Beach. He also teaches glass blowing. Visit his website to find out more. Also new at the Garden…be sure to view the installation of award winning artist, Jorg Van Daele‘s new entry into his global series of sculptures for peace, following his creative residency at the HSG and in Palm Springs. Artist Llama D’Attore will be showcasing prime works from his Sound Safari collection. His creations include sound, fueled by carefully tailored musical arrangement, with a live performance aimed to compliment the garden’s extraordinary ambiance. Partake in an evening of refreshments, art, music, and lights. Art Party: 6pm-9pm; The Hollywood Sculpture Garden, 2430 Vasanta Way, LA, 90068;
https://www.hollywoodsculpturegarden.com/

================================

June 20 – 23, 2019:
FAB gallery throws an art party to celebrate an art Installation created by Artist Rohitash Rao. A lover of music, he has created his own Record Store filled with original album covers, concert posters, band t-shirts and even his own music! Live bands (including himself) are playing at all of his Record Store art installations and he has pressed original vinyl records as well as created a few music videos for some of the hit songs under the ROHIT RECORDS label. Thursday Event runs 6-9pm; The gallery will be open Friday from 2-9pm; Sat/Sun 1-9pm with bands will be playing inside Thurs-Sat; Then on Sunday (during the Main Street Soulstice), bands will be playing outside the gallery; FAB gallery, 2001 Main Street, Santa Monica, 90405; http://fab-gallery.com; https://rohitash-rao.squarespace.com/

================================

June 20, 2019:
The art of Frederika Roeder is set to be featured in “Let Me Eat Cake Too.” The group show features over forty artists and opens at Blue Roof Studios on Thursday, June 20. A portion of the proceeds will go to National Eating Disorder Association. Find out more about Frederika and this exhibition on the Event Feature (on the Upcoming Events Page).
June22-2019-520-F.Roeder LaborDay 8 x8 x5
Frederika Roeder, Labor Day, acrylic, acrylic wash, acrylic pens, oil pens, 8″ x 8″ x .5″

This event is part of the Arts Festival, which is free and open to the public on Saturday, June 22 (see next listing). On view: June 20 – 22, 2019; Art Party: 7-9pm; Blue Roof Studios, Project Room, 7329 South Broadway LA; https://www.blueroofstudios.org/ http://www.frederikabroeder.com/

================================

June 22, 2019:

Downtown…Celebrate the solstice a the Blue Roof Studios Arts Festival. The free event will offer contemporary street performance, live music, mural painting, traditional African master drummers, outdoor and indoor art installations, resident artists’ open studios, a video screening, art-making workshops and culinary arts; Event runs: 12pm-5pm; Blue Roof Studios, Project Room, 7329 South Broadway, LA;
https://www.blueroofstudios.org/ http://www.frederikabroeder.com/

================================

June 22, 2019:
In Santa Monica…Bergamot Station (2525 Michigan Avenue, SM, 90405) hosts a few art parties in the early evening. Latin American Masters (E-2) presents “Transpositions,” a solo exhibition by Gustavo Acosta; Runs thru: August 17, 2019; Art Party: 4-7pm; 

2022 Update: the Latin American Masters website is down

Richard Heller Gallery (B5A) celebrates the art of Orkideh Torabi. Runs thru: August 10, 2019; Art Party: 4-6pm; http://richardhellergallery.com

FIG (D2) hosts an artist reception for “Material Transformations” featuring the work of Laura Danielson.  Art Party: 5-7pm;

2022 Update: FIG Gallery has closed its doors, and its website is down

================================

June 22, 2019:

In Culver City…FP Contemporary throws an art party for the opening of the Summer Group Show “Infusion.” The group exhibition features works by artists Lisa Bartleson, Julia Nee Chu, Christina Craemer, Dirk De Bruycker, Betty Gold, Michael Kalish, Tom Lieber, Harry Moody, John Randall Nelson, Carlos Ramirez, Hunt Rettig and Mark Vinci.
June22-2019-520-FPContemporary-PaulRobinson-EverythingAlways edited-1
Paul Robinson, “Everything Always”, mixed media on panel, 37 x 45 x 2 inches

Also included will be new works by several other FP artists including Barbara Kolo, Claudia Meyer, Daniel Rueda, Paul Robinson and Suzan Woodruff. For this dynamic exhibition, FP Contemporary will be infusing and debuting exciting works by new artists Vicky Barranguet, Paula Cahill, Phil Hawkins and Karl Klingbiel. On view: June 22, 2019 – August 22, 2019; Art Party: 5-7pm; FP Contemporary, 5835 Washington Blvd. Culver City, 90232; https://fpcontemporary.com


Also in Culver city...Head to La Cienega Blvd., Kopeikin Gallery (2766 S. La Cienega Blvd., LA, 90034) hosts a closing reception for Dr. Fahamu Pecou’s “TRAPADEMIA” from 5-8pm; http://www.kopeikingallery.com

Also on La Cienega…Baik Art (2600 La Cienega Blvd., LA), celebrates its fifth-year of gallery programming with the commemorative exhibition, “FIVE.” This show marks Baik Art’s half-decade commitment to fostering international discourses, residencies, and collaboration. Art Party: 6-8pm; https://baikart.com/

================================

June 22, 2019:

In Santa Monica…ARENA 1 Gallery holds a reception for “OUT OF POLAND,” a group exhibition of paintings, drawings, photography, augmented reality, tapestry and music by eight artists out of Poland (and one artist from Latvia). On view: June 15th- June 29th, 2019; Art Party: 6pm – 9pm; ARENA 1, A project of Santa Monica Art Studios, 3026 Airport Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310 / 397-7456; www.arena1gallery.com

================================

June 22, 2019:
In West LA….Giant Robot celebrates “Wonderfull: Through High and Low,” a solo exhibition by Giorgiko. “Wonderfull” is an exploration of human nature through the childlike characters who inhabit the Giorgiko universe. On view: June 22nd – July 10th, 2019; Art Party: 6:30-10pm; GR2, 2062 Sawtelle Blvd LA, 90025; https://www.giantrobot.com/

================================

June 22, 2019:

Los Angeles Art Association & the City of West Hollywood present a reception for “Out There,” a very special exhibition celebrating the LGBT experience during West Hollywood’s Pride Month festivities. In its 12th year, “Out There,” juried by Cliff Benjamin, Western Project is a key feature of Pride Month, an annual event that attracts nearly half a million visitors to West Hollywood.
June1-2019-520LAAA-OutThere
Participating artists: Robyn Alatorre, Janine Brown, Lorraine Bubar, Andrée B. Carter, Richard S. Chow, Maureen Haldeman, Julienne Johnson, Faina Kumpan, Blair Kurtz, Shannon Lee, Daniel Leighton, Lena Moross, Nadezhda, Johnny Naked, Michael Ochinero, Edgar Perez Peña, Osceola Refetoff, Timothy Shea-Smith, Christine Lee Smith, Kerrie Smith, Eugene Vishnevsky, Bryn Williams, Rolf Young, Roben Zaghian and many more. On view: June 22 – June 28, 2019; Art Party: 6 to 9pm; Gallery 825, 825 N. La Cienega Blvd., LA 90069; https://www.laaa.org/

================================

June 22, 2019:
In Miracle Mile…KP Projects Gallery hosts an opening reception for “HENRI DAUMAN – LOOKING UP II.” It is obvious from his work, Dauman’s early fascination with film taught him how to tell a story. On view: June 22 – July 20, 2019; Art Party: 7-10pm; KP Projects Gallery, 633 N. La Brea Ave., LA , 90036; https://kpprojects.net/

================================

June 22, 2019:
Also in the area, on La Brea…The Loft at Liz’s throws an art party for its annual show “Diverted Destruction.” Art party: 7-10pm; The Loft at Liz’s, 453 S. La Brea Ave, LA, 90036; http://www.theloftatlizs.com/

================================

June 22, 2019:

Downtown…Jason Vass presents “unseen unveiled,” an exhibition of new work by Philip Mount. On view: June 22 – August 3, 2019; Art Party: 5-8pm; Jason Vass, 1452 E. Sixth St., LA, 90021;

================================

June 22, 2019:
Also Downtown…Gloria Delson Contemporary Arts presents two new exhibitions…a group show titled “Kindle,” and Michael Moon’s solo exhibit “Equilibrium.” Artists include: Angelique Antoniou, Alexander Gramm, Sylvia H. Goulden, Maureen Haldeman, Claudio Luchina, Walter Mazzarella, Stephen Schubert, and many more. On view: June 6 – June 30, 2019; Art Party: 6-10pm; Gloria Delson Contemporary Arts, 727 S Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90014; https://www.gdcagallery.com/

================================

June 22, 2019:
More Downtown…Celebrate the solstice with a midsummer night’s revelry along Chinatown’s historic gallery row at the opening of Goddesses & Gods, curated by Lisa Derrick and presented by Coagula Curatorial and Lisa Derrick Fine Arts in a group show across two galleries. The Midsummer Night solstice celebration includes live music from Marty Gold and the Gold Standard, a DJ set from Spirits of the Night, and a ritual performance.

On view: June 22 – July 20, 2019; Art Party: 6-9pm; Lisa Derrick Fine Arts, 961 Chung King Road, LA, 90012; Coagula Gallery, 974 Chung King Road.

Joseph Gross Gallery hosts a reception for “Forma,” a solo show by Nathan Wong. Art Party: 6- 9pm; Joseph Gross Gallery, 978 Chung King Rd. LA, 90012; http://www.josephgrossgallery.com/

================================

June 22, 2019:
Also Downtown…Studio MOMÉ invites you to celebrate the end of Design Week + the finale of their first gallery show. Immerse yourself in a full range of artistry from sculpture and painting to music and more.
May18-2019-520Size-Studio-MOME

Last chance to experience the works of Mesplé, Adam Mostow, Cryptik, Saturno, James Haunt, Jim Embrescia, Doyle, Aaron Mostow + Allison Bagg. As well as fresh murals by James Haunt + Nychos w/ Low Bros collab.Live DJ sets by The Gaslamp Killer + Brett Hart on the Jabba Barge. Admission runs $25 for VIP, 6:30-8pm, which includes a private tour of MOMÉ, first view of the gallery + demonstrations by founders Adam Mostow + Mesplé; General Admission is FREE (8-11pm); Studio MOMÉ, 720 Ceres Ave., LA 90021;

================================

June 22, 2019:

In Lincoln Heights…Keystone Art Gallery offers an opening reception for “Agglomeration” featuring artists Kim Marra & Christine Rasmussen. On view: June 22 – July 1, 2019; Art Party: 7-11pm; Keystone Art Gallery, 338 S. Ave 16, LA, 90031; https://www.keystoneartspace.com

================================

June 23, 2019:

The Main Street Soultice takes place today. The free annual event will feature live music and more. Event runs: 1-7pm; https://www.mainstreetsm.com/

Remember to stop by FAB gallery (see above listing), there will be an art and music happening just outside of FAB gallery featuring the art of Rohitash Rao. FAB gallery, 2001 Main Street, Santa Monica, 90405; http://fab-gallery.comhttps://rohitash-rao.squarespace.com/

================================

June 23, 2019:
Enjoy an art talk with Juri Koll at VICA’s San Pedro location. “Playing On The Edge” is an uncommon Art Talk in which artists in Estonia from ViCA’s ‘Edge to Edge’ exhibition “talk” to a panel of artists in the gallery via a montage of video clips – live or otherwise – to open the event. See the Event Feature. Art Talk: 1-3pm; The Venice Institute of Contemporary Art (ViCA), The Loft, 401 S. Mesa St. San Pedro, CA 90731; https://www.veniceica.org/

================================

June 23, 2019:

Shoshana Wayne Gallery is back (after leaving its gallery at Bergamot Station). “New Faces: Mid-Career Artists LA/NY” is a pop-up show featuring works by a selection of artists based in Los Angeles and New York.

Artists include: Ann Agee, Nancy Baker Cahill, Jennifer, Boysen, Tom Burckhardt, Lisa Hoke, Carlson Hatton, Salomón Huerta, Christy Matson, Sangram Majumdar, Sarah Peters and Elena Sisto. On view: June 23 – September 21, 2019; Art Party: 2-5pm; Shoshana Wayne Gallery, 4835 W. Jefferson Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90016; http://shoshanawayne.com

================================

June 23, 2019:
Attend an art talk at Castelli Art Space. “Get Inside Their Heads” takes place in conjunction with the “ABOUT MEN” The group exhibition. On view: June 13 – July 13, 2019; Event runs 3-5pm; Castelli Art Space, 5428 W. Washington Blvd., L.A, 90016; 

2022 Update: Castelli Art Space has closed its doors, and the website is down

================================

June 23, 2019:

David Kordansky Gallery hosts a performance by legendary musicians Kahil El’Zabar (drums and percussion) and David Murray (tenor saxophone and bass clarinet). Space is limited and RSVP is required. Please RSVP to rsvp@davidkordanskygallery.com; Event begins: 6pm; David Kordansky Gallery, 5130 W. Edgewood Pl., Los Angeles, CA 90019; http://davidkordanskygallery.com/

================================

June 25, 2019:
The Los Angeles Times will kick off its first Book Club community event called The Los Angeles Times Book Club at the Barnsdall Gallery Theatre. Building on the success of the country’s largest literary event, the Festival of Books, The Times is launching a community book club to keep the storytelling and conversation going year-round. For more details, see the Event Feature. Admission ranges: $10 – $75;  Event runs: 7:30pm – 9:30pm; Barnsdall Gallery Theatre, 4814 Hollywood Blvd., LA, 90027; https://www.latimes.com/bookclub-htmlstory.html

================================

June 26, 2019:
In Venice…L.A. Louver presents “Stories, Pictures and Songs from the ’60s’ Til Now,” by visual artist, musician and playwright Terry Allen. On view: June 26 – September, 28 2019; Art Party: 6-8pm; LA Louver, 45 N Venice Blvd, Venice, CA 90291; http://www.lalouver.com/

================================

June 26, 2019:
Institute of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (ICA LA) holds an art talk. Artists Regen Moss and Lucas Blalock are longtime friends who enjoy an ongoing exchange via conversation, published writings, shared readings, and studio visits. Event runs: 7:00 pm – 8:00pm; ICA LA, 1717 E. 7th Street, LA 90021; https://www.theicala.org

================================

June 27, 2019:
In Hollywood…”The Garden,” presented by Penske Projects opens at There There Gallery. Curated by Sophia Penske, the exhibition features paintings by Los Angeles-based, Japanese American artist Greg Ito and Brooklyn-born, multi-disciplinary artist, musician and poet Honor Titus.This exhibition is set within an abundant and symbolic garden. Lush flowers and verdant foliage arranged by floral designers Ezra Woods and Michael Woodcock of Pretend Flowers and Plants will wend through the gallery space reflecting the vibrant cultural and geographic context for the artists’ work.
June26-2019-520Size-ThereThere-Gallery-GregIto-WildFlower2019-HonorTitus-MissedReflections-2019
Images left to right: Greg Ito, Wild Flower, 2019, acrylic on canvas, 40 x 30 inches, and Honor Titus, Missed Reflections, 2019, oil on canvas, 60 x 48 inches)

On view: June 28–July 27, 2019; Art Party: 6:30-9:30pm; 4859 Fountain Avenue, LA, 90029; https://www.penskeprojects.com/

================================

June 29, 2019:
TAG Gallery hosts an art talk in conjunction with its current solo exhibitions featuring artists Karen Hochman Brown, Lyle Rushing, and Elyse Wyman. On view: June 12 – July 6, 2019; Art talk: 1:00pm; TAG Gallery, 5458 Wilshire Blvd., LA, 90036; https://www.taggallery.net/

================================