Photos by G.  Art by John Baldessari.

Pure Beauty by John Baldessari at LACMA now showing through September 12, 2010

Los Angelinos – head on over to LACMA to see a wonderful retrospective of American artist John Baldessari’s work.  The exhibit entitled “Pure Beauty” showcases over 150 works dating back from 1962 to present day.  The mixed media exhibit features photos, paintings, videos and the artist’s books.  Photography is not allowed in the exhibit, so you’ll have to be sneaky and wait for the security guards to send text messages as I did if you want some snaps.  “Pure Beauty” runs until September 12, 2010 at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

See more from “Pure Beauty” by John Baldessari after the jump.

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Photos by G.

Os Gemeos on display at PRISM in LA through September 4, 2010

Due to the timing of my vacation in Los Angeles, I am catching the tail end of a lot of exhibits, but it is my duty to share them with you.  Rearrange your plans and make sure you catch “Come As You Are” at PRISM as it is only open until September 4, 2010.  The exhibit features works by Susanne Melanie Berry, Kelsey Brookes, Clayton Brothers, Richard Coleman, Os Gemeos, Dennis Hopper, Barry McGee, Ryan McGinness, Cleon Peterson, Clare Rojas, Craig Stecyk, Deanna Templeton, and Ed Templeton.  The space at PRISM is magnificent as well and on your visit, make sure you catch the Gustavo Godoy sculpture on the roof.  PRISM is located at 8746 West Sunset Blvd in West Hollywood.

Barry McGee

Photo by G.  Art by Gustavo Godoy.

Gustavo Godoy's Fast Formal Object: Big Blue

Los Angelinos – you must head on over to the PRISM Gallery on Sunset Boulevard and check out Fast-Formal Object: Big Blue by Gustavo Godoy on the roof of the gallery.  As you can see from the above picture, the sculpture is really great and while you are up on the roof, you’ll get a great view of the Sunset Strip and on a not-so-smoggy day, you’ll be able to see Griffith Observatory, the Hollywood sign.  As I live in New York now, this is the first chance I’ve had to visit the Prism Gallery and I was so impressed with the space.  They also have a cool exhibit showing currently called “Come as You Are” and pictures from the exhibit are coming soon.  Stay tuned.  PRISM is located at 8746 Sunset Blvd. in West Hollywood.

Photos by G.  Art by Phillip Lumbang.

Adventure by Phillip Lumbang at GR2 now through September 1, 2010 in Los Angeles

I just flew in from Los Angeles (and boy are my arms tired), and I immediately went to check out Phillip Lumbang’s exhibit “Adventure!” at Giant Robot 2 in Los Angeles.  New Yorkers will surely recognize Lumbang’s work from the streets as he often combines elements of the images you see here with quotations such as “‘Sup Yo.”  The exhibit only runs for a few more days, so be sure you check it out.  Giant Robot 2 is located at 2062 Sawtelle Blvd. in Los Angeles.

See two more images after the jump.

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Photo courtesy of Art 4 Hearts.

New Yorkers!  Save the date.  On September 2, 2010 from 7:30 to 10:30 PM at Chacala (located at 394 Broadway, 4th Floor), the worlds of art and charity unite for a special one-night-only event.  Art 4 Hearts is a special benefit to raise awareness and money for victims of strokes and heart ailments.

The event is being curated by the legendary Frankie Velez, who was involved with the exhibit Graffolution, which I raved about a few weeks ago.  Art 4 Hearts will be hosted by Art Asylum Boston and check out this list of amazing artists who have contributed works to be auctioned off for this great cause:  Dave Kinsey, Shepard Fairey, Kevin Peterson, Joe Iurato,  UR New York (2ESAE and SKI), Reuben Rude, Jesse Reno, Brent Nolasco, Arianne Zager, TMNK (The Me Nobody Knows) and many more. 

The suggested donation is a mere $10 and there will be live painting by Fernando Mora, fine wine, music, desserts and art!  Most importantly, 100% of the proceeds will go to benefit the American Heart Association.

If you cannot attend this event and you would like to make a donation you can do so via Paypal at artasylumboston@gmail.com.  Please help them reach their goal of raising $10,000.  If you cannot donate, please share this link with your friends to help raise money for this great cause.

Photos by G.

Ian Francis - Three People Lose Track of Time in the Financial District of San Francisco

The Joshua Liner Gallery in New York has a cool group exhibition currently showing now through September 2, 2010 that features the work of a diverse group of 23 international artists.  You’ll see work from Cleon Peterson, David Kassan, Dennis McNett, Evan Hecox, Ian Francis, James Roper, Jeremy Fish, Jessica Joslin, Kris Kuksi, Mac, Mi Ju, Mike Davis, Oliver Vernon, Pema Rinzin, Pete Watts, Ryan Bradley, Ryan McLennan, Shawn Barber, SWOON, Tat Ito, Tiffany Bozic, Tomokazu Matsuyama and Tony Curanaj.  I’ve chosen 4 images to share to give you a sample of the works on display, but don’t just settle for pictures, go see this exhibit for yourself.

Kris Kuksi - The Plague Parade - Opus 3

The Summer Group Exhibition at the Joshua Liner Gallery runs until September 2, 2010 and is located at 528 West 28th Street, 3rd Floor.

See two more images after the jump.

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Photo by G.  Art by Beau.

Huge Mud Fight by Beau

I’ve been sharing the art work of Beau with you for months.  The street art he creates is just one side to this tremendously talented artist.  At the Dash Gallery in New York, his piece “Huge Mud Fight” is on display and it shows off many other layers to the style and diversity of Beau’s work.  Click on the image to enlarge it.  You could stare at it for hours and still discover new things in it. The above mixed media piece is on a door and measures 60″ x 79″! As you all know, I’ve spent a lot of time with a lot of creative people and I can tell you from experience it is very rare to be around someone who literally has creativity oozing from every pore.  Beau has got that gift, the “it factor,” if you will.  I have no doubt in my mind that he is going to have an amazing career in the art world and it’s just around the corner.  Mark my words!