Candy Coated Canvas is a themed group exhibition showcasing unique artworks by various established and emerging international talent. All artists have been asked to take inspiration from the title Candy Coated Canvas and create a unique art piece which is visually extremely colourful and playful, whilst sparking up memories of childhood, sweets, fantasy lands and those naughty but nice pleasures in life.

Exhibiting artists:
Tiffany Liu, Yoko D’ Holbachie (image above), Matthew Bone, Zoe Lacchei, Tadaomi Shibuya, Mike Bilz, Lost Fish, Ryan Myers, Sebastian Otto, Scrumptious Delight, Robert Tirado, Rudi Fig, Natalie Shau, Jade Klara, David Palumbo, Luke Kopycinski, Amanda Riley, and KuKula

The opening reception takes place this Friday, July 24th from 7-11pm at London Miles Gallery, located in Notting Hill. The opening reception will display the complete exhibition and a cupcake reception sponsored by CHEWIES bakery.

Watch for loads more goodness from the London Miles crew in the year ahead. They are working hard to bring the new contemporary movement to the UK and we’re excited to be working with them on a group show for next summer that will feature artists currently showing at Thinkspace. More on that soon.

London Miles Gallery
212 Kensington Park Road
Notting Hill Gate, London W11 1NR
http://candycoatedcanvas.blogspot.com/
http://www.londonmiles.com/

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Viva La Art! Art, Drinks & Music for a Cause
An art showcase featuring 20+ renowned artists benefitting the Children’s Law Center at the Wokcano Summer Lounge in Santa Monica

THIS SAT, July 25th 8 pm – 12 am

Los Angeles County represents one of the largest foster care systems in the nation, with over 25,000 children placed in temporary homes as a result of severe abuse, negligence, and abandonment.

In an effort to support these foster youths, Viva La Art!, in partnership with Philanthro Productions, is hosting a benefit party at the Wokcano Summer Lounge in Santa Monica on Saturday, July 25. The benefit, a silent art auction and gallery, will feature donated artworks of 20+ renowned artists. Attendees will have a chance to bid to purchase the artwork with 100% of proceeds benefiting the Children’s Law Center of Los Angeles (CLC). CLC is a non-profit legal services provider whose work extends beyond the courtroom to provide each foster child with opportunities to get involved in local art and music programs. “We are thrilled to have the support of Viva La Art!, Philanthro Productions, and the generous artists so willing to give of their time and talent. This event will help us maximize our ability to meet each child’s complex educational, health, and emotional needs. These children have so much potential; now is the time for our community to help them realize their dreams,” says Leslie Starr Heimov, Executive Director of CLC.

Contributing artists include:
Manolis Anastasakos, Stacy Aoyama, Mari Araki, Andrew Bell, Luke Chueh, Justin Diamond, Luke Feldman, Eric Fortune, Seonna Hong, Jay Horinouchi, Bobby Hundreds, Audrey Kawasaki, Christopher Lee, James Naccarato, Dave Pressler, Isabel Samaras, Michael Steele, Edwin Ushiro, Julie West, Anthony Williams, and Yoshi (MR44)

The evening will also feature music provided by celebrity DJ Casey Connor — who has DJ’ed for Britney Spears, Paris Hilton, Kanye West, Madonna and many more.

Wokcano Summer Lounge is located at 1413 5th Street, Santa Monica, CA. Doors open from 8 pm – 12 am (Auction ends at 11 pm); ages 21+. $20 donation at the door.

About Viva La Art! (www.vivalaart.org)
Viva La Art! is a movement organizing and empowering the art community to help socially responsible programs and charities in Los Angeles. By partnering with local non-profit organizations, Viva! hosts events celebrating the love of art and the humanitarian spirit, while also providing awareness and financial support for local non-profits and socially responsible organizations.

For more about the Children’s Law Center of Los Angeles (www.clcla.org)

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Cerasoli Gallery is looking to find homes for a bunch of small artworks that have simply been sitting in storage boxes and are in need of new homes.

This Saturday drop in and get a great deal on artworks from Andew Pommier, Blaine Fontana, Bigfoot, Matt Furie, Rich Colman, Dave Kinsey, Sam Flores, James Jean, Jeff Soto, Phil Frost & many more.

Cerasoli Gallery
8530-b Washington Blvd. Culver City
310.945.5974

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There is a great interview with Brendan Monroe that was recently posted over at SlamXHype that I wanted to give a head’s up to. Check it out here.

Brendan is currently busy getting ready for his upcoming solo show at Richard Heller in Bergamot Station. The pic above is of a work in progress from his studio.

Brendan Monroe
‘New Works’
October 10th, 2009 – November 14th

Opening Reception: Sat, Oct. 10th 5 – 7 pm

http://www.richardhellergallery.com

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A great auction from Keep-A-Breast closes this afternoon. The ‘Generation Pink’ auction will be held this evening in Santa Monica at the Brookdale Senior Living complex. As always, a simply great cause, so please be sure to check out the available casts.

Check out the auction here:
http://www.coloradoelders.com/bslkab/generationpink_westdivision_breast_cast_auction_page.htm

Some amazing deals to be had! Great casts available from Jesse Hotchkiss (shown above), Dan Quintana, Mike Stilkey, Anthony Clarkson, Rebecca Hahn, Jeana Sohn, Nathan DeYoung, Nathan Bell & many more.

Auction closes today at 7PM pst – don’t miss out.

For more info on Keep-A-Breast check out:
http://www.keep-a-breast.org/

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Michael Steele – showing this Sat as part of ‘Viva La Art’

Fri, July 24^th 8-11PM

La Luz De Jesus Gallery

4633 Hollywood Blvd. in Los Angeles / 323.666.7667

“Post Mortem” featuring works from the late Gidget Gein

(On view through August 2^nd)

www.laluzdejesus.com

 

Sat, July 25^th, 7-10PM

Corey Helford Gallery

8522 Washington Blvd in Culver City / 310.287.2340

“Riddles In The Dark” featuring new works from Mia & “Heavy Petting” from Dave Burke + “Keep It Down” from Sarah Folkman in the loft

www.coreyhelfordgallery.com

 

Sat, July 25^th, 7-10PM

Nucleus Gallery

210 E. Main St., Alhambra / 626.458.7482

Beautiful/Decay: Book 1 “Supernaturalism” book-signing event & exhibition featuring Seth Curcio, Ben Tegel, Kyle Thomas and David Jien

(On view through August 3^rd)

www.gallerynucleus.com

 

Sat, July 25^th, 7-10PM

SCION Installation L.A.

3521 Helms Ave in Culver City / 310.815.8840

The 2009 Vice Magazine Photography Exhibition featuring Tim Barber / Tiny Vices, Maggie Lee and Jamie Lee Curtis Taete

(On August 8^th)

www.scion.com/space

 

Sat, July 25^th 8PM-Midnight (21+ / $20 donation at door)

Viva La Art! Art, Drinks & Music for a Cause

Wokcano Summer Lounge @ 1413 5^th Street in Santa Monica

Group show / silent auction benefiting the Children’s Law Center featuring works from Edwin Ushiro, Julie West, Eric Fortune, Audrey Kawasaki, Luke Chueh, Seonna Hong, Christopher Lee, James Naccarato, Dave Pressler, Isabel Samara, Michael Steele, and many more plus DJ Casey Connor

www.vivalaart.org

 

Sun, July 26^th, 4-6PM

La Luz De Jesus Gallery

4633 Hollywood Blvd. in Los Angeles / 323.666.7667

“The Late Fauna of Early North America” book signing event with Scott Musgrove + limited edition prints and his Glamour Cat toys will be available

www.laluzdejesus.com

 

Tue, July 28^th 6-9PM

Gallery 1988 Los Angeles

7020 Melrose Ave in Los Angeles / 323.937.7088

“Curiosities” book signing event with Travis Louie

www.nineteeneightyeight.com

 

Wed, July 29^th 4-7PM

La Luz De Jesus Gallery

4633 Hollywood Blvd. in Los Angeles / 323.666.7667

Tara McPherson book signing event for ‘Lost Constellations Volumes I + II’ + Tara will have limited edition prints, toys and apparel also available for purchase

www.laluzdejesus.com

 

SAN DIEGO / COMICON WEEKEND action:

Thu, July 23rd 6:30-11:30PM
Wonderhaus (old Wonderbread Factory)

1441 L. St., San Diego 92101

“Scribble08 Film Premiere and Art Exhibition.” Premier event featuring a new documentary art film “Scribble08,” art exhibition, live music and cash bar. Art exhibition features 25 Artists curated by Mark Murphy, including: Jesse M Balmer, Glenn Barr, Tim Biskup, Cathie Bleck, Matthew Bone, Marc Burckhardt, Collin Christian, Sas Christian, Kevin Christy, Christian and Rob Clayton, Robert Connett, Tony Fitzpatrick, AJ Fosik, Femke Hiemstra, Hiro Kurata, James Jean, Chris Mars, Jeff Soto, Gary Taxali, Thesis, Mark Todd, Damon Soule, Esther Pearl Watson, Kent Williams and Martin Wittfooth

Scribble08 art film features a 48 minute art documentary film featuring The Clayton Brothers, Martha Rich, Jeff Soto, Joe Sorren, Tim Biskup, Camille Rose Garcia, Kevin Christy and music by Tim Biskup, Joe Sorren, Jason Holley, MANUOK and more.

http://murphydesign1.blogspot.com/2009/06/comic-con-booth-4833-july-22-july-26.html

 

Thu, July 23rd 8:30PM-On
Basic Urban Kitchen + Bar

410 Tenth Ave., San Diego 92101 / 619.531.8869

“Munky Bidness” presented by Munky King and Hi-Fructose featuring live painting and music. Painting live throughout the evening are Attaboy, Buff Monster, Food One, Carlos Ramos and Chris Ryniak. To take things up a notch, Buff Monster and Food One will be painting on lovely ladies as their canvas of choice. Gift bags for the first 50 people!

http://munkyking.com/gallery_events.php?id=85

 

Fri, July 24th 6:00PM-12:30AM
Wonderhaus (old Wonderbread Factory)

1441 L. St., San Diego 92101

“Planet Illogica Release Party” featuring fine art, live music featuring Tyler Bates (composer of “300″ and “Watchmen”), cash bar, food and great friends. Featured artists include Travis Louie, Lola, Kathie Olivas, Nathan Ota, Brandt Peters, Nathan Spoor, Molly Crabapple, Dan May, Brandi Milne, Bob Dob, Jon Todd, Jeni Yang, David “Netherland” Van Alphen, Jonathan Bergeron, Chris Buzelli, Amy Crehore, Steven Daily, Brendan Danielsson, Leslie Ditto, P-Jay Fidler, Travis Lampe, Jason Limon, Tim Mantoani, Mike Maxwell, Joel Nakamura, Luke Ramsey, Chris Ryniak, Erik Sandberg, Raudiel Sanudo, Mijn Schatje, Matt Stallings, David Russell Talbott, Joe Vaux and Marco Wagner. Note: 21+ event.

http://www.planetillogica.com/

 

Fri, July 24th 6-10PM

Subtext Gallery & Design Bookstore

2479 Kettner Blvd., San Diego 92101 / 619.546.8800

 “Meanwhile… at the Hall of Justice: A Collection of Superhero Mishaps” group show. Even superheroes have their bad days. What have your favorite heroes been hiding under their capes? Participating artists: Kozyndan, Bwana Spoons, Joshua Clay, Tiffany Liu, Angry Woebots, Kelly Vivanco, Matt Stallings, N.C. Winters, Shawn Wolfe, Demitrius May, Patrick Ballesteros, Aaron Thomas, Ken Garduno, Pamela Jaeger, Tocayo, PJ Fidler, Gideon Boomer, Eric Davison, Josh Taylor, Arbito, Aaron Jasinski, N8 Van Dyke, Tom Haubs, Scott Altmann, Ricardo Rodriguez, Jera Tidwell, Joshua Ellingson, Nathan Fox, Angelina Wrona, Shannah O’ Meara, Meg Hunt, The Little Friends of Printmaking, Marie Barr, CkaweekS, Newkon, Peekaboo, MyCryptonauts, James Jirat Patradoon, Justin White, Jonathan Wayshak, Zach Johnsen, Sherwin Viray, Graham Smith, David Finch, Stephen Gibb, Bradford Lynn & more.

(On view through July 26th)

http://subtextstore.com/

 

Fri, July 24th 8-10PM

Ruby Room
1271 University Ave., San Diego 92103
$12 at the door / $6 for Con badge holders

“Comic-Con Afterparty / Dr. Sketchy’s San Diego 2-Year Anniversary.” Hosted by Dr. Sketchy’s founder Molly Crabapple. Molly will bring characters to life from her first graphic novel “Scarlett Takes Manhattan” where San Diego burlesque beauty Lady Borgia poses as the title character. Bring your drawing supplies!http://drsketchysandiego.wordpress.com/

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