Regen Projects holds an opening reception for Los Angeles artist James Welling. This exhibition will present a selection from two recent bodies of work: Geometric Abstraction (2008) and Maison de Verre (2009). This pairing examines the dialogue between photographic representation and visual experience that is at the core of Welling’s work.

The exhibition will be on view through March 31st. The opening runs from 6:00 pm till 8:00 pm. 

Regen Projects II is located at 9016 Santa Monica Blvd., LA 90069. (310) 276-5424; www.regenprojects.com

The Whole 9 Gallery celebrates tonight with a free wine tasting with Cultivate Wines. There will also be live music with Mad Woman.

 Sales and donations at this event support the final phase of the Peace Project’s Operation Rise. So help a great cause…while you enjoy complimentary wine.

The reception runs from 6:00 pm – 9:30 pm.

The Whole 9 Gallery is  located at 3830 Main St., in Culver City. 310-836-4600; Be sure to rsvp at http://www.thewhole9.com/RSVP