The art world is buzzing with excitement as a new wave of exhibitions hits Los Angeles this month. From veteran artists to emerging talents, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Let’s take a closer look at some of the most anticipated shows happening in the city.
Linda Vallejo: Select Works, 1969–2024
Parrasch Heijnen is hosting a retrospective of Chicana artist Linda Vallejo, showcasing five decades of her diverse body of work. From early constructions inspired by Mesoamerican architecture to her iconic “Tree People” series and the thought-provoking “Make ‘Em All Mexican” collection, Vallejo’s art explores themes of identity, ancestry, and the relationship between the human and the digital.
Rachael Bos: Dead Loop
At De Boer Gallery, Rachael Bos presents detailed oil paintings that focus on the form, texture, and pose of Olympic athletes. Rather than glorifying athletic prowess, Bos captures the raw vulnerability and humanity of her subjects, inviting viewers to reflect on the complexities of the human experience.
Lita Albuquerque: Earth Skin
Michael Kohn Gallery welcomes environmental artist Lita Albuquerque, whose installation “Earth Skin” blurs the lines between nature and culture. With a floor of decomposed granite symbolizing the connection between the landscape and the gallery space, Albuquerque’s work is a powerful exploration of the intersection of art and the environment.
Tahnee Lonsdale: A billion tiny moons
Night Gallery presents Tahnee Lonsdale’s dreamy canvases that depict enigmatic figures hovering between corporeal dissolution and apparition. Drawing from East Asian and Western myths, Lonsdale’s work offers a contemporary take on existential questions and the complexities of identity.
Aria Dean: Facts Worth Knowing
Château Shatto hosts Aria Dean’s exhibition, which delves into the meaning we attribute to art objects and the ways in which they reflect and refract meaning back to us. Dean’s digitally fabricated sculptures engage with the history of the Babylonian sets from D.W. Griffith’s “Intolerance,” offering a unique perspective on illusion and reality.
Samantha Yun Wall: Nothing to be afraid of
Timothy Hawkinson Gallery showcases Samantha Yun Wall’s haunting ink drawings that draw inspiration from East Asian and Western folktales. Through dense blacks, crisp whites, and moody grays, Wall reimagines outsiders, monsters, and witches as protagonists, challenging traditional narratives and celebrating the marginalized.
Lotus L. Kang: Azaleas
Commonwealth and Council presents Lotus L. Kang’s poetic environments that blend industrial and organic materials to create a balance between post-minimalist aesthetics and biological entropy. Kang’s work invites viewers to navigate physical and psychological landscapes, exploring themes of flux and transformation.
Tee A. Corinne: A forest fire between us
Webber Gallery pays tribute to the late Tee A. Corinne, a pioneering lesbian activist, photographer, and educator. Through graceful nudes, scenes of queer community, and images of female utopia, Corinne’s work challenges societal norms and celebrates love, eroticism, and companionship.
Arthur Jafa: nativemanson
Sprüth Magers presents filmmaker and artist Arthur Jafa’s thought-provoking exhibition, featuring a revisionist cut of a scene from Martin Scorsese’s “Taxi Driver.” Jafa’s work confronts issues of race and identity, offering a bold commentary on the Black experience in America.
Tom Van Sant: An Earth Twin at the Digital Dawn
18th Street Arts Center showcases Tom Van Sant’s groundbreaking GeoSphere Project, a digital model of the Earth created before the age of Google Earth. Van Sant’s work offers a vision of a geographically and ecologically interconnected Earth, highlighting the importance of environmental awareness and the interconnectedness of our planet.
These exhibitions are a testament to the diverse and vibrant art scene in Los Angeles, offering unique perspectives and innovative approaches to art-making. Whether you’re a seasoned art enthusiast or a curious newcomer, there’s something for everyone to explore and enjoy in the city’s dynamic art landscape.
