All Photos by Jack Burke
Saturday, August 22, is the closing reception for Gallery H, a part of Phantom Galleries Los Angeles, “Art Fusion,” a juried exhibition. Over fifty artists are participating in the exhibit curated by fine art photographer, independent art curator, and photojournalist Gloria Plascencia. Among the cutting edge artists showcased are renowned guest artist Scott Canty, director of the Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery; Chenhung Chen, whose art focuses on the formation of line in drawing, Chinese calligraphy, and American Abstract Expressionism; Richard Gould, a spiritual artist working in mediums including painting, sculpture, illustration, architecture and graphics; photographer and mixed media artist Janet Milhomme; and landscape and sketch artist Roger S. Thomas. Harpist and vocalist Gracie Sprout performed live at the July opening reception.
Located at 12619 Hawthorne Blvd. in Hawthorne, Calif., just off the 405 freeway, Gallery H recently hosted “This into That: Art from Found Objects” in May 2015, featuring Palos Verdes artist Ben Zask.
The “Art Fusion” Juried Exhibition is the first of a planned yearly juried exhibit, designed to showcase Los Angeles-based artists. Along with the opening reception, Gallery H will offer live art demonstrations on 8/8, as well as providing three-hour art classes on 8/8.
Scott Canty selected best in show and assisted with the selection of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place award winners. Phantom Galleries Los Angeles (PGLA) has a mission to revitalize and transform unoccupied properties in Los Angeles County through public art presentations. Converting vacant storefronts into temporary galleries and vibrant cultural centerpieces, PGLA offers accessible exhibits and programs, and hands-on, on-going support for the arts. Serving as a conduit for collaboration between local artists, the artistic community, and the general public, PGLA is a platform for artistic growth and experimentation outside traditional gallery or museum settings. The goal: establishing a sustainable cultural community.
Curator Gloria Plascencia with Scott Canty
For more information visit www.phantomgalleriesla.com
- Genie Davis, All exhibit photos by Jack Burke