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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/

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)

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

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/