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Post by thinkspace on Dec 23, 2013 15:45:57 GMT -8
 ‘Littletopia’ – curated by Red Truck Gallery at the LA Art ShowIrreverent & Accessible Gallery Section Brings Underground Art to the Fore‘Littletopia’ curated by Red Truck Gallery is a carefully chosen collective of innovative galleries who are breaking down barriers, bucking convention and letting their skilled artists create a new vocabulary. With a focus on craftsmanship, accessibility, and artistry, 'Littletopia' embraces the adventurous collector and draws them into a place where the fantastic become reality on canvas, mixed media, sculpture and print. A place where the art curious can appreciate beautifully rendered pieces and be welcomed into a family of galleries who evoke a mood, from playful, provocative, intriguing, and shocking to downright scary. The driving force behind 'Littletopia', Red Truck Gallery, founded by Noah Antieau, is the antithesis of white washed minimalism. Beneath its colorful and inviting veneer, this New Orleans gallery has a subversive soul, presenting eclectic works that combine a wicked sense of humor and an unflinching eye for detail. 'Littletopia' is similarly and intentionally eclectic. Defying categorization, the participating galleries share a respect for artistic craft and a mission to bring a fresh new attitude to a cynical art establishment. 'Littletopia' curated by Red Truck Gallery will be on view at The LA Art Show from January 15 – 19, 2014 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, South Hall 1201 Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA 90015. P articipating Galleries in 'Littletopia' include: Sloan Fine Art, New York; exhibits emerging to mid-career artists with a focus on work that is emotionally compelling, intellectually stimulating and visually arresting Breeze Block, Portland-Directed by Paige Prendergast, founded in 2006, Breeze Block presents culturally significant artists in the emerging and established contemporary genres surrounding popular culture, design, and urban art. La Luz de Jesus, Los Angeles-Credited with launching the pop-surrealist movement in Los Angeles, La Luz de Jesus has a mission to make underground artists and counterculture accessible to the general public. Last Rites Gallery, New York-The premiere gallery for the ‘dark arts’ movement, Last Rites Gallery is a haven for artists who prefer to explore the ominous, uncomfortable and eccentric in their work. The gallery creates an atmosphere where the artist can harness limitless expression and the observer can reflect inwards. Roq La Rue, Seattle-With an emphasis on technical craftsmanship blended with fantastical imagery and visually dynamic narratives, Roq La Rue has been an integral part of the Pop Surrealism / Underground Contemporary art movement since 1998. Spoke Art, San Francisco- The gallery maintains a focus on exhibiting the works of emerging contemporary artists, who specialize in figurative and illustrative works in pop surrealism and street art. Thinkspace, Los Angeles - Founded in 2005, Thinkspace was established with a commitment to the promotion and dissemination of young and emerging art. As a haven for talent, and a venue founded in passion, conviction, and community, the gallery’s mandate is rooted in projections for its future longevity. Varnish Fine Art, San Francisco-Jen Rogers and Kerri Stephens believe that Art makes the world a better place. Since founding Varnish Fine Art in 2003, they have become known for showing provocative and skillfully executed contemporary artwork. Red Truck Gallery, New Orleans- Beautiful & unique art with a focus on craftsmanship and artistry presented in a welcoming atmosphere in opposition to the customary frills and stark white walls of the traditional art scene. About The LA Art Show: For 19 years The LA Art Show has delivered the broadest spectrum of art from across the globe to Los Angeles’ diverse and engaged collector base. The Los Angeles Art Show, created by KR Martindale Show Management and FADA, is the longest running venue for contemporary, modern, historic and traditional art in the country. Taking place at: LA Convention Center – South Hall J and K 1201 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90015 Additional info on the fair at: www.laartshow.com |
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Post by thinkspace on Dec 23, 2013 15:48:33 GMT -8
 Work in progress from Stephanie Buer for Thinkspace's booth with the LA Art Show this January Look for Thinkspace at the LA Art Show as part of ‘Littletopia’ featuring works from:Adam Caldwell Alex Yanes Allison Sommers Anthony Clarkson Ariel DeAndrea Audrey Kawasaki Bec Winnel Brett Amory C215 Craig 'Skibs' Barker Curiot Dabs Myla Dave MacDowell David Cooley Ekundayo Erik Siador Esao Andrews Fernando Chamarelli Francesco LoCastro Ghostpatrol Glenn Arthur Henrik Aa. Uldalen Jeff Ramirez Kevin Peterson Know Hope Liz Brizzi Low Bros Mary Iverson Meggs N.S. David Nosego Pam Glew Ryan Hewett Sam Wolfe Connelly Sarah Joncas Scott Radke Seth Armstrong Shark Toof Stephanie Buer Yosuke Ueno Full details and add'l sneak peeks can be found here:thinkspacegallery.com/shows/2014-01-laartshow/ |
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Post by thinkspace on Dec 23, 2013 15:55:34 GMT -8
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Post by swabie2424 on Dec 27, 2013 20:52:21 GMT -8
Can't wait for the show. I've gone a couple times and it's pretty overwhelming but loads of great stuff to see.
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Post by thinkspace on Dec 28, 2013 13:17:27 GMT -8
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Post by pricklypete on Dec 28, 2013 16:44:34 GMT -8
This looks great. Luckily I'm in LA while it's going on so I'll get to check it out.
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Post by sleepboy on Jan 9, 2014 22:02:25 GMT -8
I'll try to come by to check things out. Looks like a great list of galleries...
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Post by chaserawr on Jan 10, 2014 9:54:12 GMT -8
I'll try to come by to check things out. Looks like a great list of galleries... See you there buddy  |
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Post by thinkspace on Jan 10, 2014 14:37:00 GMT -8
I have a handful of day passes - so please hit me up via email (contact-at-thinkspacegallery-dot-com).
You can't miss this amazing gathering of galleries all under one roof for 'Littletopia', and the rest of the fair promises to be pretty solid too.
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Post by thinkspace on Jan 11, 2014 15:28:51 GMT -8
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Post by expatastic on Jan 13, 2014 21:30:48 GMT -8
Hey y'all, I've just moved to LA from New Orleans and I am SO excited to finally check out Thinkspace in PERSON and support Red Truck. Researching both helped me find this discussion, thanks so much for creating this space.
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Post by svenman on Jan 14, 2014 4:23:18 GMT -8
Breeze Block Gallery is bringing the following to The LA Art Show as Part of Littletopia: Ben Venom Scott Listfield Molly Wolfe Nancy Josephson Jim Kazanjian Here's a taster from Scott Listfield:  And one from Ben Venom:  |
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Post by thinkspace on Jan 14, 2014 19:31:28 GMT -8
Looking good svenman. Swing by and say hey expatastic - 'Littletopia' is looking AMAZING! Just back from installing over 70 pieces in our booth and the area is really coming to life. Amped for all to get a 1st hand look at it this week/weekend.
We're fresh out of passes, but hit up some of the other spaces as sure still some about. Gonna be a great fair!
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expatastic
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Post by expatastic on Jan 14, 2014 22:49:04 GMT -8
Ooh, I already got my 4 day pass. I am SO looking forward to it. I'll need me comfy shoes. And I'll def say HEY!
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Post by ken on Jan 15, 2014 13:26:10 GMT -8
Super excited for the fair this weekend, looking forward to meeting some new forum members and seeing old friends! Here's a quick peek at what we'll have on view at the Spoke Art booth, happy to send along a full collector's preview for anyone interested (just shoot me an email at spokeartgallery(at)gmail)  Shawn Huckins "Young Girl With Dog and Bird: Sorry To Tell You, But Your Girlfriend Looks Like A Farm Animal" acrylic on canvas 40" x 32"  Nimit Malavia "Lotus Eater III" carbon, conte and graphite on mylar 18" x 24"  Scott Hove "Animus" mixed acrylic media 24" x 14" x 6"  Casey Weldon "Slumber Yard" 12"x12" acrylic on wood  Jason Edmiston "Wolf Man" acrylic on wood panel 18" x 24"  Jessica Hess "The Sunset I" oil on canvas 22" x 16" |
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Post by svenman on Jan 15, 2014 13:54:24 GMT -8
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Post by expatastic on Jan 16, 2014 18:09:48 GMT -8
Ooh, I already got my 4 day pass. I am SO looking forward to it. I'll need me comfy shoes. And I'll def say HEY! Day 1 AH!MAZING didn't get through half the show, but def saw all Littletopia. SO good. Stopped by Thinkspace and said hhheeeyyyy Check the show out people. Do not miss. Even if you made it Basel  GO |
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Post by thinkspace on Jan 18, 2014 0:28:12 GMT -8
 For those not able to make it to the fair, here's a link to all the works on view at our booth: thinkspacegallery.com/works/?exhibit=220&p=LAArtSHOW2014If you're coming out this weekend to the fair, please swing by our booth (#1226) and say hi. I've posted a ton of pics from the fair as a whole on our Instagram, be sure to check them out. |
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Post by berlin20 on Jan 18, 2014 11:11:35 GMT -8
A lot of great works! I love especially the Esao Andrews (already sold)
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Post by sleepboy on Jan 19, 2014 21:25:58 GMT -8
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Post by djsp on Jan 20, 2014 10:26:36 GMT -8
Who is this? Looks kind like Charming Baker. Is it?  |
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Post by sleepboy on Jan 20, 2014 10:39:28 GMT -8
I believe that is Michael Carson at Arcadia Contemporary but I know what you mean.
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Post by djsp on Jan 20, 2014 15:38:51 GMT -8
Ahh thanks Sleepboy. I was unfamiliar with his work.
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Post by artladval on Jan 21, 2014 16:04:47 GMT -8
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Post by ken on Jan 23, 2014 19:59:27 GMT -8
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