Sour Harvest

Brian M. Viveros

‘Playboy Redux II’ opens this Sat, Dec. 18th at the Copro Gallery over in Bergamot Station in Santa Monica. The show features a stellar lineup featuring a few Thinkspace family regulars (including the above and below gems from Brian M. Viveros and David MacDowell). The show will feature a number of works that showed at the Warhol Museum’s presentation of this exhibition earlier this year along with a group of new reinterpretations of the iconic bunny. Come help celebrate 50 years of Playboy this Saturday.

Participating Artists:
Gary Baseman, Frank Kozik, Luke Chueh, Glenn Barr, SHAG, Brian M. Viveros, Tara McPherson, Dan Quintana, Stanley Mouse, Mark Bodnar, Leslie Ditto, Bob Doucette, Lang Leav, Vincent Cacciotti, Nouar, Tin, Keith Weesner, Lisa Petrucci, Ausgang, Bob Masse, David MacDowell, Isabel Samaras, Juan Muniz, William Wray, Marco Almera, Saya Woolfalk, R. Black, Jeremy Tinder, Daniel Elson, Scott Anderson, Jennnybird Alcantara, Brian Ewing, Jeremiah Ketner, Steve Seeley, Bonni Reid, Ken Keirns, Hiroki Otsuka, Andrew Schoultz, Ain Cocke, Shaunna Peterson Travis Lampe, Michelle Valigura, & many more

David MacDowell

Sat, Dec. 18th 8-11:30PM
Copro Gallery
2525 Michigan Ave, Space T-5 at Bergamot Station in Santa Monica / 310.398.2643
‘Playboy Redux II’ featuring contemporary artists interpreting the iconic Playboy Bunny + a small showing of new works from KuKula in gallery 2
(On view through Jan. 6th)
www.copronason.com

‘There It Is’ - an exhibition showcasing three artists hailing from Oakland, CA

Brett Amory
http://brettamory.com/wordpress/

Seth Armstrong
www.setharmstrong.com

Adam Caldwell
www.adamhuntercaldwell.com

Opening Reception: Sat, Jan. 8th 7-10PM
*All artists in attendance

On view Jan. 8th – Jan. 29th

‘Sneak Peek’ at the artists’ studios up in Oakland here:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/thinkspace/sets/72157625482690931/

In our project room:

Paul Barnes ‘Happy Valley’

Check out more on Barnes’ work at www.paul-barnes.com

Take a ‘sneak peek’ into Barnes’ studio over in Scotland here:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/thinkspace/sets/72157625332361367/

Thinkspace
6009 Washington Blvd
Culver City, CA 90232
www.thinkspacegallery.com

Aaron Nagel 'Untied' - oil on canvas

‘The New Realism’ featuring new paintings from Aaron Nagel, Jeff Ramirez, Jennifer Nehrbass, Linnea Strid, Nathan DeYoung and Pakayla Rae Biehn

Opening Reception TONIGHT: Sat, Dec. 11th 7-10PM
On view Dec. 11th – Dec. 31st

Jennifer Nehrbass 'Cliff Dweller' - oil on canvas

All of the featured artists in ‘The New Realism’ will be showing in larger capacities as part of our 2011 program. This special exhibition offers a glimpse at each of the artist’s oeuvre and serves to showcase the stunning skill level of each.

View the works in ‘The New Realism’ here:
http://www.thinkspacegallery.com/2010/12/works.php

Moki 'Untitled (23x15cm) - acrylic on wood panel

We’re excited to welcome Germany based artist Moki to our gallery’s project room this December following successful solo shows in the past year and a half in Germany, the Czech Republic, and San Francisco.

Look for Moki‘s new book ‘How To Disappear’ from Gingko Press to be released during the opening. We’ll have a limited supply on hand, so come early to pickup your copy.

View the works in ‘Patchwork’ from Moki here:
http://www.thinkspacegallery.com/2010/12/project/works.php

Katy Bisby 'Alice Sebus' - oil on wood panel

We’re also showcasing a small group of new works from Illinois based artist Katy Bisby this December in our office following successful showings with us as part of the Beyond Eden multi-gallery event this past October and in our Love Conquers All show this past August.

Look for more to come from Katy in 2011 and check out her site here: www.katybisby.com

View the works in ‘Bless Your Heart‘ from Katy Bisby’s special showcase here:
http://www.thinkspacegallery.com/2010/12/project3/works.php

If there are any works in any of the above previews you’d like to inquire about before the opening this evening, please send a mail to contact@thinkspacegallery.com and we’ll get right back to you.

Please swing by tonight and be sure to bring your appetite as we’ll have Uncle Lau’s BBQ truck out serving up the goodness.

Thinkspace / 6009 Washington Blvd in Culver City, CA 90232 / www.thinkspacegallery.com

Jeff Ramirez 'Power' - oil on canvas - featured in 'The New Realism' group show this Saturday at Thinkspace

Thurs, December 9th 6-8:30 PM (free to the public)
Chinese American Museum
425 N. Los Angeles Street (at Arcadia) in Los Angeles
‘Dreams Deferred : Artists Respond to Immigration Reform’ featuring works by Augustine Kofie, Cache, Eriberto Oriol, Ernesto Yerena, Montejano, Eyeone, Jesus Barraza of Dignidad Rebelde, Joel “rage.one” Garcia, John Carlos De Luna, K. Lovich, LeHumanBeing, Oscar Magallanes, Patrick Martinez, Sand One, Shark Toof, Shepard Fairey, O.G. Slick, Swank, Tempt, + more!
(On view through May 22nd)
www.camla.org

Thurs, Dec. 9th Noon-9PM (with many galleries open later)
Downtown Art Walk
Check the site for the full lineup and details – lots going on for the big December walk!
www.downtownartwalk.com

Thrus, Dec. 9th 5-11PM
Dialect
215 West 6th Street, Suite 111 in downtown Los Angeles
‘Nebulous Skies’ featuring new works from Liz Brizzi
(On view through Jan. 8th)
www.downtowndialect.com

Thus, Dec. 9th 8-10PM
The Hundreds
416 Broadway in Santa Monica
‘Garfield’ featuring original Garfield inspired art from the likes of Barry McGee, Usugrow, Mark Dean Veca, Dave Kinsey, Phil Lumbang, Claw Money, Buff Monster, Travis Louie, Deph, Alex Pardee, Insa, Slick, Rime, Tofer Chin, Nate Frizzell, Bigfoot, Saelee Oh, The Cobra Snake, and more plus a special signing by the creator of Garfield, Jim Davis
www.thehundreds.com

Thurs, Dec. 9th 9PM-Midnight (free admission / RSVP required)
‘LA Destroyers’ presented by NIKE
650 South Spring Street in Los Angeles
‘LA Destroyers’ group show curated by Erik Siador featuring works from KMNDZ, L. Croskey, Erik Siador, Brian Robertson, David Flores, Emroca, Germs, Isaac Pierro, John Park, and Nathan Ota plus a special photography set curated by Ja Tecson and a live set from J*Davey
RSVP to rsvp.nikesportswear@nike.com

Thurs, Dec. 9th 7-10PM
Project Space
603 North La Brea Ave in Los Angeles
‘Melt Down’ featuring a new large scale installation from Andrew Schoultz
(On view through Jan. 9th)
www.arkitip.com

Fri, Dec. 10th 7-10PM
C.A.V.E. Gallery
1108 Abbot Kinney Blvd in Venice (NEW address)
‘Crooked Comfort’ group show with featured artist Craww and additional works on view from Michael Page, Roland Tomayo, Paul Chatem, Mike Maxwell, Tatiana Suarez, Emma Overman, Jasmine Worth, Marie Barr, and Jennifer Springman with live painting from Codak and live DJ action
(On view through Jan. 7th)
www.cavegallery.net

Fri, Dec. 10th 7-10PM
WWA Gallery
9517 Culver Blvd in Culver City
‘Subtleties of Character’ group show curated by Dan Barry featuring works from Ana Bagayan, Glenn Barr, Becca, Matt Dangler, Daniel Lim, Tiffany Liu, Elizabeth McGrath, Nouar, Kim Scott, Fred Stonehouse, Kevin Peterson, and many more
(On view through Jan. 15th)
www.wwagallery.com

Sat, Dec. 11th 8-11PM
Ace Gallery Los Angeles
5514 Wilshire Blvd. in Los Angeles
New works from The Date Farmers celebrating the Bicentennial of Mexican Independence
(On view through February)
www.acegallery.net

Sat, Dec. 11th 6:30-10PM
ADC Contemporary Art Gallery
Factory Place Arts Complext @ 1330 Factory Place, Bldg 1 in Los Angeles
‘Face To Face On Metal’ featuring new sculptural works from Jorge Albertella and Hacer
(On view through Jan. 8th)
www.artdecollectors.com

Sat, Dec. 11th 7-10PM
Corey Helford Gallery
8522 Washington Blvd in Culver City / 310.287.2340
‘Shapeshifter’ featuring new works from Sylvia Ji
(On view through Dec. 31st)
www.coreyhelfordgallery.com

Sat, Dec. 11th 6-8PM
Fabien Fryns Fine Arts
314 N. Crescent Heights Blvd in Los Angeles
‘Cloud’s Nightmare’ featuring new works from Wu Junyong
(On view through Feb. 12th)
www.fabienfryns.com

Sat, Dec. 11th 7-11PM
Gallery Nucleus
210 E. Main St., Alhambra / 626.458.7482
‘A Few Of My Favorite Things’ featuring works from Rob Sato, Matte Stephens, Jaime Zollars, APAK, Chris Buzelli, Jon Klassen, Alexandre Day, Jeremy Enccio, Edward Kinsella, and Jon Klassen + ‘The Super Big Micro Show’ featuring small works from a vast array of artists – all works in the 2×2″ to 6×6″ size spectrum
(On view through Jan. 4th)
www.gallerynucleus.com

Sat, Dec. 11th 6:30-10PM
GR2
2062 Sawtelle Blvd in Los Angeles / 310.445.9276
‘Post-It Show 6′ – the annual Post-It Note show featuring well over 100 artists and over 2,000 pieces of art – great last minute cash n’ carry gift giving – nothing is cooler than giving original works of art this holiday season
www.gr2.net

Sat, Dec. 11th 7-11PM (public opening following Fri VIP event)
Hold Up Art Gallery
358 East 2nd Street in Los Angeles
‘The Gift Of Art’ group show to raise money for Room 13 LA’s student managed and financed multi-media studio at Foshay Middle School n South Central LA featuring works from Shark Toof, Philip Lumbang, Mear one, Chor Boogie, Timoi, Pep Williams, Ernesto Yerena, and more
(On view through Jan. 8th)
www.holdupart.com

Sat, Dec. 11th 5-9PM
Subliminal Projects
1331 W. Sunset Blvd in the Echo Park region of Los Angeles
‘Wreck The Walls’ group show featuring works from Blek Le Rat, David Ellis, David Yow, Erik Foss, Eric White, Evan Hecox, Gerg Lamarche, John Van Hamersveld, Martha Cooper, Monica Canilao, Robbie Conal, Ryan McGinness, Skullphone, Swoon, Tim Biskup, and many more
(On view through Jan. 15th)
www.subliminalprojects.com

Sat, Dec. 11th 7-10PM
thinkspace
6009 Washington Blvd. in Culver City / 310.558.3375
‘The New Realism’ featuring new paintings from Aaron Nagel, Jeff Ramirez, Pakayla Rae Biehn, Nathan DeYoung, Linnea Strid, and Jennifer Nehrbass + ‘Patchwork’ featuring new works from Moki in our project room + ‘Bless Your Heart’ from Katy Bisby in our office area + Uncle Lau’s BBQ Truck will be out too, so bring your appetite!
(On view through Dec. 31st)
www.thinkspacegallery.com

Sat, Dec. 11th 7-11PM
Toy Art Gallery
737 Seward St, #1 in Los Angeles
‘Metallic Machinations’ featuring works from Cris Rose, Phu, Drilone, Jester, and Rohby
(On view through Jan. 15th)
www.toyartgallery.com

EXTENDED *now open through Dec. 18th / Hours: Thurs through Sat Noon-8PM
Tis The Season…’ holiday group show from Thinkspace and Baby Tattoo Books
5229 Lankershim Blvd in North Hollywood, CA 91601
View select works from Thinkspace‘s recent UK show “The Next Generation”
- Check out all the latest from Baby Tattoo Books
- A nice selection of low-priced art prints – group show featuring original works from 
Aaron Nagel, Adam Caldwell, Allison Sommers, Anthony Pontius, Brett Amory, Brian M. Viveros, Cherri Wood, Craig “Skibs” Barker, Dabs Myla, Dan-ah Kim, David MacDowell, Gaia, Jen Lobo, Jesse Hotchkiss, Josie Morway, Kelly Vivanco, Lesley Reppeteaux, Linnea Strid, Mike Russek, Mr. Jago, Pakayla Rae Biehn, Peter Taylor, Rebecca Hahn, Sarah Joncas, Stella Im Hultberg, Timothy Karpinski, Tony Philippou, Tran Nguyen, and Yosuke Ueno
View the works in the show via our digital catalog here: http://www.thinkspacegallery.com/2010/12/project2/works.php