Thursday, June 11, 2015
7th Annual Bird Show/Cactus Gallery 2015
RECEPTION: Saturday, June 13, 2015 :: 6p-9p
Scheduled to run from June 13 - July 7, 2015Cactus Gallery
3001 North Coolidge Avenue
Los Angeles (Elysian Valley aka Frogtown), CA 90039
Cactus Gallery is pleased to present THESE BIRDLY DELIGHTS, our 7th annual bird themed group show. People have always been fascinated by animals. Birds, in particular, seem to have sacred and secular meanings, which can be positive and negative, and their use is evident in religion, music, mythological tales, and visual art.
These feathered creatures can convey emotion or even comment on society. Birds and their symbolism vary greatly depending on different cultures and religions. Generally, birds are thought to symbolize freedom; they can walk on Earth, swim in the sea, and soar in the sky. They can be symbols of eternal life; perhaps a link between heaven and Earth. Some believe they are an omen of death, and yet others believe they represent wisdom, peace, and prosperity. Birds and their symbolism vary greatly depending on different cultures and religions.
Please join us to celebrate their powerful symbolism as seen through the eyes of 55+ artists. This show features an eclectic collection of media: oil and acrylic on canvas and wood, mixed media on canvas and wood, hand embroidery, paper mache, linocut prints, pencil, pen, and ink on paper, prismacolor, chalk pastel and colored pencil on paper and mylar, polymer clay and paper clay art dolls and sculptures, hand stitched felt, paper cut outs, wood carving, forged jewelry and mixed media sculpture.
Contact Sandra at semastroianni70@yahoo.com at for purchase info.
So very excited to be a part of this amazing family. Thank you for all you do for the arts Sandra!
I saw this little guy, fell in love with him and had to paint him.
Sold
Also so thanks for including him in this Hometown Pasadena post.
Labels: Cactus Art Gallery, cactus gallery, Hometown Pasadena, Kelly Thomposn LA Artist
Lummis Day Festival 2015
June 5th thru 7th 2015!
I'm very happy to be a part of the Lummis Day Festival this year. Here is a photo of my installation at the Lummis Home. 'Colony' representing art and community. We are all like little aunts in a 'colony' working for a better NELA. The kids had a great time destroying them. ;)
The Amazing Linda Kay at the Southwest Museum!
Our fearless leader at the Lummis Home Heather Hoggan.
In celebration of 10 years, Lummis Day expands:
SOUTHWEST MUSEUM, SATURDAY JUNE 6, 10AM – 4PM
* 10:00 Exhibit, “Back to The Roots: A Tribute to Richard Duardo” opens
* 12:00 Tribute to Richard Duardo program with Wayne Healy
1:00 “Back to the Roots” themed poetry hosted by Linda Kaye. Poets Vibiana Aparicio-Chamberlin, Jim Bolt, Judith Terzi, Jeff Rogers, Miriam Quezada Hagerman, Alfredo Madrid. Accompanied by Saxaphonist: Joel Shryack
* continuous: Music by Dave Porter, Hector Sanchez
* 4:00 Exhibits close
YORK PARK AT AVENUE 50, SATURDAY JUNE 6, 2PM – 6PM
* 2:15 Mariachi Tradicion de Fernando Rios
* 3:00 Elliot Caine Quintet
* 3:55 Pacific Opera Project
* 4: 35 Celtic Céili Dancers and Aedan McDonnell, Step Dancer
* 5:15 Attic Empire
* continuous: Chalk artists Willie Zen, Mri Scott Elbey, Adriana Salgado, Lori Antoinette W, Aldonia R. Bailey, Liz Espinoza, and Ever Galvez
SOUTHWEST MUSEUM, SUNDAY, JUNE 7, NOON– 5:00 PM
* 12:00 Exhibit, “Back to The Roots: A Tribute to Richard Duardo” opens
* 2:00, 2:45 and 3:00PM: Music: Neighborhood School String Ensemble
I'm very happy to be a part of the Lummis Day Festival this year. Here is a photo of my installation at the Lummis Home. 'Colony' representing art and community. We are all like little aunts in a 'colony' working for a better NELA. The kids had a great time destroying them. ;)
The Amazing Linda Kay at the Southwest Museum!
Our fearless leader at the Lummis Home Heather Hoggan.
10th Annual Lummis Day Schedule
In celebration of 10 years, Lummis Day expands:
Three Days, Five Locations on June 5, 6 and 7, 2015
MARIACHI PLAZA, FRIDAY JUNE 5, 4 – 8 PM
* 4:00 Suspect
* 4:40 Luis J. Rodriguez
* 5:10 Jessica Fichot
* 6:00 Casa 0101 Theater: Excerpt from “Cholas, Chicanas y Chisme”
* 6:30 Diavolo Institute Youth Performance Company from STAR Prep Academy performing T.R.U.S.T.
* 7:00 Mariachi Tierra Mexicana de Oscar Chavez
* 4:00 Suspect
* 4:40 Luis J. Rodriguez
* 5:10 Jessica Fichot
* 6:00 Casa 0101 Theater: Excerpt from “Cholas, Chicanas y Chisme”
* 6:30 Diavolo Institute Youth Performance Company from STAR Prep Academy performing T.R.U.S.T.
* 7:00 Mariachi Tierra Mexicana de Oscar Chavez
SOUTHWEST MUSEUM, SATURDAY JUNE 6, 10AM – 4PM
* 10:00 Exhibit, “Back to The Roots: A Tribute to Richard Duardo” opens
* 12:00 Tribute to Richard Duardo program with Wayne Healy
1:00 “Back to the Roots” themed poetry hosted by Linda Kaye. Poets Vibiana Aparicio-Chamberlin, Jim Bolt, Judith Terzi, Jeff Rogers, Miriam Quezada Hagerman, Alfredo Madrid. Accompanied by Saxaphonist: Joel Shryack
* continuous: Music by Dave Porter, Hector Sanchez
* 4:00 Exhibits close
YORK PARK AT AVENUE 50, SATURDAY JUNE 6, 2PM – 6PM
* 2:15 Mariachi Tradicion de Fernando Rios
* 3:00 Elliot Caine Quintet
* 3:55 Pacific Opera Project
* 4: 35 Celtic Céili Dancers and Aedan McDonnell, Step Dancer
* 5:15 Attic Empire
* continuous: Chalk artists Willie Zen, Mri Scott Elbey, Adriana Salgado, Lori Antoinette W, Aldonia R. Bailey, Liz Espinoza, and Ever Galvez
SOUTHWEST MUSEUM, SUNDAY, JUNE 7, NOON– 5:00 PM
* 12:00 Exhibit, “Back to The Roots: A Tribute to Richard Duardo” opens
* 2:00, 2:45 and 3:00PM: Music: Neighborhood School String Ensemble
5:00 close
LUMMIS HOME, SUNDAY, JUNE 7 – 10:30AM – 5PM
* 10:20 Ted Garcia Blessing
* 10:30 Musical interlude: Mason Summit
* 11:00 Poets Suzanne Lummis, Jim Natal, William Archila
* 12:00 Reception
* 12:00 Crafts Exhibits
* 12:00-continuous Music by Dave Porter, Hector Sanchez
* 10:20 Ted Garcia Blessing
* 10:30 Musical interlude: Mason Summit
* 11:00 Poets Suzanne Lummis, Jim Natal, William Archila
* 12:00 Reception
* 12:00 Crafts Exhibits
* 12:00-continuous Music by Dave Porter, Hector Sanchez
SYCAMORE GROVE PARK, SUNDAY, JUNE 7, 12 NOON – 7 PM
STAGE ONE
* 12:30 Ted Garcia, Native American Blessing
* 1:00 Chickwood
* 2:05 Stand Easy
* 3:25 Trio Ellas
* 4:40 Susie Hansen Latin Band
* 6:10 Buyepongo
STAGE TWO
* 1:40 Sirenesque
* 2:50 Louise Reichlin & Dancers/ Los Angeles Choreographers & Dancers
* 4:05 Futuro/The Jr. Dance Company ofCONTRA-TIEMPO
* 5:35 Ballet Coco
* 12:30 Ted Garcia, Native American Blessing
* 1:00 Chickwood
* 2:05 Stand Easy
* 3:25 Trio Ellas
* 4:40 Susie Hansen Latin Band
* 6:10 Buyepongo
STAGE TWO
* 1:40 Sirenesque
* 2:50 Louise Reichlin & Dancers/ Los Angeles Choreographers & Dancers
* 4:05 Futuro/The Jr. Dance Company ofCONTRA-TIEMPO
* 5:35 Ballet Coco
* 5:00 Evangenitals
STAGE 4 – EMERGING TALENT
* 1:00 Franklin Students
* 1:45 The Amps
* 2:45 The Arte Flamenco Dance Theatre: Flamenco and Hip-Hop
* 3:45 The G.A. Squad (Grand Arts Squad)
* 4:45 57 Bossa
STAGE 4 – EMERGING TALENT
* 1:00 Franklin Students
* 1:45 The Amps
* 2:45 The Arte Flamenco Dance Theatre: Flamenco and Hip-Hop
* 3:45 The G.A. Squad (Grand Arts Squad)
* 4:45 57 Bossa
PUPPETS AND PLAYERS / BUGS AND BALLOONS STAGE
* 1:15 Puppets & Players / Bugs & Balloons Stage
* 1:55 We Tell Stories
* 2:50 Puppets & Players Little Theatre
* 3:30 Earthworm Ensemble
* 4:25 Kate the Balloon Girl
4:40 Puppets & Players Little Theatre
* 1:55 We Tell Stories
* 2:50 Puppets & Players Little Theatre
* 3:30 Earthworm Ensemble
* 4:25 Kate the Balloon Girl
4:40 Puppets & Players Little Theatre
FAMILY AREA
Continuous: Avenue 50 Studios Papel Picado
The Franklin Robotics Team
Tongva crafts with Julia Bogany, Tribal Elder, San Gabrielino Band of Mission Indians
Home Depot/Color Spot
Eco Voices with The Urban Science Corps
Continuous: Avenue 50 Studios Papel Picado
The Franklin Robotics Team
Tongva crafts with Julia Bogany, Tribal Elder, San Gabrielino Band of Mission Indians
Home Depot/Color Spot
Eco Voices with The Urban Science Corps
Labels: Heather Hoggan, Kelly Thomposn LA Artist, Kelly Thompson, Linda Kay, Lummis Day Festival
Friday, March 27, 2015
Art Share LA
Art Share L.A.
801 E. Fourth Place
Los Angeles, CA 90013
213-687-4278
Los Angeles, CA 90013
213-687-4278
On Thursday, May 14th 2015 Art Share L.A. will host a cocktail reception gala event to raise money to fund their mission of supporting emerging artists by providing a creative arts center in rapidly growing Arts District of Downtown Los Angeles. Honoree Kent Twitchell is providing 8 images from his 40-year career and 2 never-before-seen images to be displayed on a network of billboards to create a public art exhibition throughout Los Angeles provided by Clear Channel Outdoor.
Kent Twitchell has been creating murals in Los Angeles since 1971 when he created a 30’ tall image of Steve McQueen. Images included in this project include the famous mural portrait “The Hollywood Freeway Lady”, “LA Chamber Orchestra”, “LA Marathon Runners”, “Lita Albuquerque Monument” and never before displayed “Michael Jackson Monument” and the soon to be painted “The Return on Ed Ruscha”. All featured images will be on display and for purchase at Above the Streets gala event.
Above the Streets will be an evening of celebration from 6:00 – 10:00PM. Art Share’s creative center will be fully activated with a silent auction highlighting emerging artists works, passed food and cocktails provided by Traxx Restaurant, and a program presenting Kent Twitchell with the Esteemed Artists Award by Isabel Rojas-Williams of the Mural Conservancy of Los Angeles (MCLA).
Confirmed Billboard Locations Include:
· Venice @ Motor
· La Cienega @ Jefferson
· Wilshire @ Western
· La Cienega @ Horner
· Cotner @ Pico
· La Cienega @ Airdrome
Art Share L.A.: The Arts District is the fastest growing area in Los Angeles with real estate prices increasing and new developments springing up every day. Art Share LA’s 16-year history allows our creative arts center to be in a position to engage the new community and give them access to creative space. Art Share L.A.’s mission is to support artists by providing a creative environment to reside, develop, perform and exhibit their works. Art Share inspires artists and provides connection to the community for shared benefit.
To check out the ongoing exhibitions and events at Art Share L.A., visithttp://artsharela.org/ for more information.
Event Info: Above the Streets
Date: Thursday, May 14, 2015 – 6:00-10:00PM
Location: Art Share L.A., 801 E. 4th Place, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Contact: Cheyanne Sauter
Art Share L.A.
(310) 926-6657
cheyanne@artsharela.org
Kent Twitchell has been creating murals in Los Angeles since 1971 when he created a 30’ tall image of Steve McQueen. Images included in this project include the famous mural portrait “The Hollywood Freeway Lady”, “LA Chamber Orchestra”, “LA Marathon Runners”, “Lita Albuquerque Monument” and never before displayed “Michael Jackson Monument” and the soon to be painted “The Return on Ed Ruscha”. All featured images will be on display and for purchase at Above the Streets gala event.
Above the Streets will be an evening of celebration from 6:00 – 10:00PM. Art Share’s creative center will be fully activated with a silent auction highlighting emerging artists works, passed food and cocktails provided by Traxx Restaurant, and a program presenting Kent Twitchell with the Esteemed Artists Award by Isabel Rojas-Williams of the Mural Conservancy of Los Angeles (MCLA).
Confirmed Billboard Locations Include:
· Venice @ Motor
· La Cienega @ Jefferson
· Wilshire @ Western
· La Cienega @ Horner
· Cotner @ Pico
· La Cienega @ Airdrome
Art Share L.A.: The Arts District is the fastest growing area in Los Angeles with real estate prices increasing and new developments springing up every day. Art Share LA’s 16-year history allows our creative arts center to be in a position to engage the new community and give them access to creative space. Art Share L.A.’s mission is to support artists by providing a creative environment to reside, develop, perform and exhibit their works. Art Share inspires artists and provides connection to the community for shared benefit.
To check out the ongoing exhibitions and events at Art Share L.A., visithttp://artsharela.org/ for more information.
Event Info: Above the Streets
Date: Thursday, May 14, 2015 – 6:00-10:00PM
Location: Art Share L.A., 801 E. 4th Place, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Contact: Cheyanne Sauter
Art Share L.A.
(310) 926-6657
cheyanne@artsharela.org
So pleased to be a part of this fundraiser for Art Share LA and to celebrate the art of Kent Twitchell. Also glad to hear these two "Little Ladies" were able to make some money for the event! Cheers.
Labels: Art Share LA, Cheyanne Sauter, Dale Youngman, Kelly Thomposn, Kelly Thomposn LA Artist, Kent Twitchell
Monday, March 23, 2015
"Communing with the Ancestors" Ulla Anobile and guest artists.
“Communing with the Ancestors”
Scheduled to run: April 11 - May 5, 2015
RECEPTION: Sat., April 11 * 6p-9p
ADDRESS: 3001 North Coolidge Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90039
In putting together this show Sandra Mastroianni asked featured artist Ulla Anobile, whose 70th birthday prompted the show, to gather some of her thoughts, which you can read below.
The theme can mean so many different things. It can be as complex as trying to understand the heritage and beliefs of a particular society and the traditions we grew up with and continue with loyalty. Or it can be as simple as the feeling one gets when looking at a photograph of a grandparent. Or it can be all the unanswered questions regarding one's ancestry.
VIA ULLA ANOBILE: ”As I've grown older, understanding where I came from has become increasingly important. Now, looking at the improbable age of 70, communing with the ancestors, hearing what they may have to tell me, seems necessary, even vital.
So many of us have lost the connection to our roots and to the ancestral soil through various upheavals, dislocations, losses, neglect. To me, the ancestral soil means not only the physical dirt and its location (though those matter too, a lot!) but also the cultural, emotional and spiritual background from which I emerged. It has become clear to me that I've not only inherited the physical DNA of my ancestors, but also, to a great extent, the DNA of my psyche.
I've come to realize that the ancestral connection can be found in startling ways. It can be a strong reaction to a piece of music, or a surge of emotion when seeing an old photo, or a sense of recognition when reading about old customs, traditions and beliefs. Even seeing a map or a list of names found on the Internet can bring up a memory even where memories should not exist. Saying aloud the name of a lake, river or village can create a spark: yes, that is where my roots are, that is where my unknown ancestors once lived.
I've felt a sense of belonging when touching a material - wood, bark, burlap - that was important in my cultural background. I've felt it when putting the needle through cloth in the repetitive work of cross-stitching. A glimpse of a color - the combination of red and black, in my case - can awaken a deep response. So can connecting with an animal that turns out to have been of totemic importance.
Traces of the ancestral past do remain alive in the present: in stories heard, songs sung, words used, sayings and proverbs repeated, a dialect spoken, rituals clung to. Some of us have family bibles, even drawings of family trees; others have just a vacuum filled with the vaguest recollections. But I do believe that by making an effort to create a connection to those who came before us - however that is accomplished - can make us just a little bit wiser, just a little bit more whole."
Sandra Mastroianni
Thank you to Ulla and Sandra for including me in this amazing show. I am very excited to show a few new pieces I am working on. As soon as they are finished I will share them here. You can contact Sandra if your interested in owning them.
xxoo
Labels: Cactus Art Gallery, cactus gallery, Kelly Thomposn LA Artist, Kelly Thompson, Sandra Mastroiani, Ulla Anobile
Cannibal Flower March/2015
Cannibal Flower March 2015
So excited to be seeing my Cannibal Flower loves this March. This is a one night show but if you're interested in any of the work please contact L.C. he would be happy to help you. You can also see some of more of the show on their facebook page.
Here is my piece for the show. It's called "Dirty Sweet" part of my made up D.I.Y. Ladies Series.
Acrylic on Canvas.
Labels: Cannibal Flower, Kelly Thomposn LA Artist, Kelly Thompson, L.C. Croskey, LA Art Scene, Robert Nelson
Wednesday, November 12, 2014
Tiny Treasures IX
Tiny Treasures IX Exhibit
Scheduled to run November 15 - December 23, 2014
RECEPTION: Sat., November 15 :: 3p-7p
ADDRESS: 3001 North Coolidge Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90039
For purchase contact Sandra Mastroianni
Cactus Gallery
http://www.cactusgalleryla.com
http://www.cactusgallery.
323.801.8669
Cactus Gallery
http://www.cactusgalleryla.com
http://www.cactusgallery.
323.801.8669
Labels: cactus gallery, Feminist Art, Kelly Thomposn LA Artist, Sandra Mastroianni, walt hall
Tuesday, January 21, 2014
Cannibal Flower's First 2014 Show
First Cannibal Flower of 2014
Saturday, January 25th
8pm-1am
$10
$8 with donation to L.A. Food Bank
$6 in costume
1052 S Olive St.
Los Angeles, CA 90015
More info coming soon!!!
Featured Artist
Lauren Haggis
Huge Art Show
Nate Seubert, Phil Santos, Christopher Willingham, Mark Dugally, Louie Metz, Kristi Bockrath, Seitaku "Tak" Aoyama, Cody Lusby, Ramiro Hernandez, Lefty Joe, Kelly Thompson, Paul Torres, Erik Flores, Dereke Cardenaz, L. Croskey, Zara Kand, Jorge Martinez, Kohshin Finley, Delfin Finley, Ahhd Art, Jennifer Korsen, Tony Venegas, Lynn Marie Greaves, Kasim Patton, David Acuna, Bob Nelson, Rick Rodriguez, Mike "Pi" Piacentino, Jim Lembeck, Adam Abraham, Emily Wong, Mary Ancilla Martinez, Pablo Damas, Valerie Pobjoy, Merge 1, 'Jabu, Charles Perera, Edwin Marin, Sir Froderick, Angel Cutno, Katie Ferguson, Bobby Rojas, Cary Day, Mara Colecchia, BeneDigital, Jaime Guerrero, Teresa Flowers, Nicolette Spear, Nicolas Bates, Dominique Lopez, Alvaro Roble, Jacki Geary, Teresa Flowers, David Perales, Angela So, Seraphime Angelis
Live Music By
The Catchatones
https://www.facebook.com/
Live Painters
DJ's
Mr. Numberonederful
Knite Watch
Jo-s
And so much more...
I'll be showing, "Little Butler Girl"
Labels: Cannibal Flower, Kelly Thomposn LA Artist, la art, Underground Art
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