Wednesday, July 22, 2020
El Soldado 2020
I am so excited to have permission to paint this photo taken by Martha Benedict of my dear friend Leticia Zavala. I have always admired everything about it. This is the third "el soldado" that I have painted for the Cactus Gallery, Loteria show.
This is my third El Soldado so fun.
Title: "Donde deje mis chanclas!" (Sandra is this the right title for what Leticia said?
Size: 111/2 x 81/2
Medium: Acrylic, Resin, Framed
Price: https://cactusgalleryla.com/
This is my third El Soldado so fun.
Title: "Donde deje mis chanclas!" (Sandra is this the right title for what Leticia said?
Size: 111/2 x 81/2
Medium: Acrylic, Resin, Framed
Price: https://cactusgalleryla.com/
Labels: Cactus Art Gallery, Cactus Gallery and Gifts, Cactus Gallery Eagle Rock, Kelly F. Thompson, Kelly Thompson, Kelly Thompson LA artist
Thursday, August 29, 2019
"Loteria V" /Cactus Gallery/ Mezzanine of The Last Bookstore
"Loteria V" ~ POP-UP SHOW in Downtown L.A.
Scheduled to run: September 21-October 5, 2019
RECEPTION: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 * 6P-9P
ADDRESS: Mezzanine of The Last Bookstore, 453 S. Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Lotería is a traditional Mexican game of chance, similar to bingo, that uses images on a deck of cards instead of plain numbers. There are 54 images; each has a name and an assigned number. The cards are very colorful and the imagery on them is broadly recognized in all of Mexico, other Latin American countries, as well as European nations.
The most recognized version of Lotería is the “Don Clemente Gallo” rendition which was introduced in Mexico in 1887 by the French businessman, Don Clemente Jacques. The owners today own the registered trademark and have continued this version through 3 generations with the original artwork remaining the same.
All 54 images of the original deck will be represented in the show. Here is a link to the original Loteria set: http://loteria.elsewhere.org/clemente1/
In addition, artists are creating cards from a second set of Loteria cards #55 - 108. These works will be 3" x 5" max. Here is a link to the lesser known set, which is equally fun ~ http://loteria.elsewhere.org/clemente2a/
Participating artists:
Jaclyn Alderete, Douglas Alvarez, Joe Alvarez, Olympia Altimir, Anima en Manus Art Dolls (Ioanna Tsouka), Ulla Anobile, Julie B., Lea Barozzi, Ruth Barrera, Skye Becker-Yamakawa, Terri Berman, Denise Bledsoe, Andrea Bogdan, Alea Bone, Catherine Bursill Moore, Lacey Bryant, Ivonne Carley, Jon Ching, Nancy Cintron, Joshua Coffy, Janae Corrado, Josie Del Castillo, Ghilly De Young, Bob Doucette, Pamela Enriquez Courts, Rosie Garcia, Ivan Godinez, Brenda Gomez, Annette Hassell, Lori Herbst, Veronica Jaeger, Patricia Krebs, Mavis Leahy, Ann Lim, Milka LoLo, Malathip, Jon Measures, Emma Mount, Samantha Mullen, Janet Olenik, Raul Pizarro, Sarah Polzin, Tania Pomales, Olga Ponomarenko, Myriam Powell, Johnny Quintanilla, Jen Raven, Valerie Savarie, Carolina Seth, Cat Sommer, Kelly Thompson, Roger Triviños, Holly Wood, Gabriela Zapata and Sabrino Zarco.
For collector preview, contact Sandra Mastroianni at sandra@cactusgalleryla.com.
I am so excited to again invited to "Loteria V" at Cactus Gallery! Please join us in the "Mezzanine of The Last Bookstore. It' such a fun show to paint and see. -kelly
Please don't forget to visit the amazing artists that have their studios and shops in the Mezzanine!
CEM
Acrylic, Gold Leaf, Letraset Letters, Resin on Wood, Framed
I am so happy to be painting the "ElSoldado" card again this year. Last year I chose "Joan of Arc". This year I was compelled to choose "Chelsea Elizabeth Manning". As a soldier, activist, whistle blower and wrongly imprisoned Patriot her story of injustice haunts me.
I celebrate her bravery and sacrifice in this painting.
Chelsea Manning latest news https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/chelsea-manning
Labels: Art in L.A., Cactus Art Gallery, cactus gallery, Cactus Gallery Eagle Rock, Kelly F. Thompson, Kelly Thompson LA artist, The Last Bookstore
Sunday, December 31, 2017
Post for the Last Day of 2017 'GLITTER'
GLITTER Group Show
Opening reception: Saturday, January 13, 2018 * 6p-9p
Scheduled to run: January 13 - February 3, 2018
Artists Kelly Thompson and Stephanie Allespach are co-curating and welcoming in a shiny, happy New Year with a glitter themed show.
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Stephanie Allespach, Douglas Alvarez, Terri Berman, Denise Bledsoe, Andrea Bogdan, Kelly Brumfield-Woods, Nancy Buchanan, MaryKay Campbell, Carolyn Castano, Krista Chael, Nancy Cintron, Sydney Croskery, Baha H. Danesh, Earl Dittebrandt, Jill Emery, Eden Folwell, Ann Hars, Amber Leilani, Ted Meyer, Cathi Milligan, Martina Moreno (Love is Possible), Claudia Parducci, Jen Raven, Kelly Thompson, Holly Topping, Elizabeth Tremante, Marjan Vayghan, Kelly Vetter and more.
Opening reception: Saturday, January 13, 2018 * 6p-9p
Scheduled to run: January 13 - February 3, 2018
Artists Kelly Thompson and Stephanie Allespach are co-curating and welcoming in a shiny, happy New Year with a glitter themed show.
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Stephanie Allespach, Douglas Alvarez, Terri Berman, Denise Bledsoe, Andrea Bogdan, Kelly Brumfield-Woods, Nancy Buchanan, MaryKay Campbell, Carolyn Castano, Krista Chael, Nancy Cintron, Sydney Croskery, Baha H. Danesh, Earl Dittebrandt, Jill Emery, Eden Folwell, Ann Hars, Amber Leilani, Ted Meyer, Cathi Milligan, Martina Moreno (Love is Possible), Claudia Parducci, Jen Raven, Kelly Thompson, Holly Topping, Elizabeth Tremante, Marjan Vayghan, Kelly Vetter and more.
Saturday, January 23, 2016
Consort
I haven't blogged/posted in awhile. So Busy, but will try to do better. I'm so excited for a new show I am co-curating at Art Share L.A. It's been a crazy show to curate. Having many say they just couldn't collaborate with their consorts. To having a hell of a time collaborating with my own. I think it has been an interesting experience so far.
Hope to see you all there.
at 7 PM
801 E 4th Pl, Los Angeles, California 90013
“Consort” Art Show at Art Share L.A.
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Reception: Saturday, February 13, 6pm to 11pm
consort: the husband or wife of a reigning monarch; a partner or companion, esp. a husband or wife.
Art Share is pleased to announce our mid-February show, "Consort", curated by Kristi Engle, Kelly Thompson, and Cheyanne Sauter.
The curators have invited artist partners and couples from the Los Angeles area to collaborate and create, resulting in brand new work that springs from the reality of their being "together".
Partners, wives, husbands, companions, associates, roommates, lovers. The word "partner" or "couple" can take on many shades of meaning, from harmonious dance to clashing acrimony.
Together and separately, we asked our artist couples to consider and reflect on their relationships. The new works on display touch on all aspects of being together, and colorfully illustrate the struggles of creatively living and expressing in the every day.
Come explore with us the wonderfully varied viewpoints of what it means to be together in the modern world.
Participating artists are:
Stephanie Allespach & David Matsu
Catherine Bennaton & Cory Sewelson
Terri Berman & Doug Alvarez
Carolyn Castano & Gary Dauphin
Sydney Croskery & Chris Shinkus
Kristi Engle & Daniel Brodo
Michaele Jaquis & Jeremy J. Quinn
Susan Logoreci & Brian Cooper
Snow Mack & Kevin Mac
Mary Jean Mallman & Brian Mallman
Carrie Rose & Be Hussey
Wendy Sherman & Jim C. Scott
Cathy Stone & David E. Stone
Anna Stump & Ted Meyer
Kelly Thompson & John Barnes
Elizabeth Tremante & Ben Dean
Marjan Vayghan & Jesse Booth
Susan C. Weber & Martin O. Garcia
Stephanie Allespach & David Matsu
Catherine Bennaton & Cory Sewelson
Terri Berman & Doug Alvarez
Carolyn Castano & Gary Dauphin
Sydney Croskery & Chris Shinkus
Kristi Engle & Daniel Brodo
Michaele Jaquis & Jeremy J. Quinn
Susan Logoreci & Brian Cooper
Snow Mack & Kevin Mac
Mary Jean Mallman & Brian Mallman
Carrie Rose & Be Hussey
Wendy Sherman & Jim C. Scott
Cathy Stone & David E. Stone
Anna Stump & Ted Meyer
Kelly Thompson & John Barnes
Elizabeth Tremante & Ben Dean
Marjan Vayghan & Jesse Booth
Susan C. Weber & Martin O. Garcia
Labels: Art Share LA, john barnes, Kelly F. Thompson
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
BUNNYMANIA
Prepare yourself for the cute, the grotesque, the beautiful...and everything in between!
TONIGHT 3/27/15
"BUNNYMANIA"
a multi-artist, rabbit-themed exhibit benefiting
Curated by Peter Frank and Delia Cabral
Chungking Studio in Chinatown [DTLA]
975 Chung King Rd. │Los Angeles, CA 90012
Hours:
Fri: 6 to 9pm
Sat: 6 to 9pm
Sun: 1 to 4pm
March 27 – 29, 2015
*Opening Reception March 27th From 6:00pm to 9:00PM
Bunny meet and greets Friday & Saturday
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Wilding Cran Gallery Unit B in the Arts District [DTLA]
939 South Santa Fe Ave. │Los Angeles, CA 90021
Hours:
Thur: 11 to 4pm
Fri: 11 to 4pm
Sat: 12 to 7pm
April 4 – 18, 2015
*Opening Reception April 4th from 6:00pm to 9:00pm
On April 18th, the last day of Bunnymania,
We will feature a special guest presentation by world-renown bunny expert
Dr. Margo DeMello (1 pm)
and a curated bunny-themed film fest to follow.
Suggested donation: $5 museum members; $8 non-members.
Bunny meet and greets every Saturday
Please take a moment to visit BUNNIEMANIA website for details and a available work.
Participating Artists:
I am very excited be a part of this fun bunny lovin benefit. My work will be on view at Wilding Cran Gallery April 4-18 2015. I "hop" to see you at the opening the 4th 6:00/9:00pm.
Addona Khare, Bibi Davidson, Bogdan Dumitrica, Brian Duda, Corrie Gregory, Dana Feagin, Daniela Schweitler, Dave Ghilarducci, Debra Broz, Dilip Niroy, Georgie Flood, Gretchen Ryan, Heather Matton, Inge Dehenin, Jane O’Hara, Karen Florito, Karrie Ross, Kathryn Pitt, Kelly Thompson, Kim McCarty, Kim Tucker, Lara Regan, Marina Hebert, Mary McGill, Mark Blatchford, Megh Raj Thapa, Michelle Waters, Moniuque Rebelle, NAMAAK Collective, Nina Salerno- (Perfect Reject), Osceola Refetoff, Paul Evans, Paula De La Cruz, Penny Collins, Rafael Perea De la Cabada, Raul Contreras, Rhea Korito, Rikki Niehaus, Sally Ann Field, Salomon Huerta, Sandra Vista, Sarah Hardt, Sarah Stone, Susan Coates, Suzanne Walsh, Trine Churchill, Valerie Daval
I am very excited be a part of this fun bunny lovin benefit. My work will be on view at Wilding Cran Gallery April 4-18 2015. I "hop" to see you at the opening the 4th 6:00/9:00pm.
"There You Are"
Acrylic, Resin, Framed on Canvas
This Piece was completely inspired by this show. I had a great time painting it. She is waiting by the front door soon to be packaged up and ready to go.
Labels: Bunny World Foundation, Chunking Studio, Delia Cabral, Kelly Thompson LA artist, Osceola Refetoff, Peter Frank, The National Museum of Animals and Society, Wilding Cran Gallery
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
LOTERIA! Cactus Gallery
Happy Anniversary Cactus!!! Come and Celebrate 10 fantastic years of Art For The People.
Thank you Sandra Mastroianni for you love and generosity to us all. I am so proud to be a part of the Cactus Family.
My card was El Gorrito. I used some wood I got from the dumpster on a tv show. Texture, Acrylic and Beads, Framed.SOLD!
Cactus Gallery
3001 North Coolidge
Los Angeles, CA
(323) 801-8669 Call for appointment
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