This month’s exhibitions in Los Angeles showcase a refusal to adhere to distinct categories, a breakdown of hierarchies, and an embrace of hybridity. From stop-motion videos to satirical artworks and traditional Indigenous techniques fused with high-tech fabrication, the art scene in LA is vibrant and diverse.
Mungo Thomson: Time Life
Karma, 7351 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, California
Through July 18
Mungo Thomson’s Time Life video series at Karma delves into contemporary information overload by transforming mundane analog media into mesmerizing stop-motion compositions. The exhibition features nine new videos that draw inspiration from various sources, creating resonant cinematic experiences that capture the viewer’s attention.
Waning Crescent: a meztli projects group show
Oxy Arts, 4757 York Boulevard, Highland Park, Los Angeles
Through July 19
Waning Crescent at Oxy Arts showcases the work of Meztli Projects, an Indigenous arts and culture collaborative based in East Los Angeles. The exhibition features artists linked to the collective, highlighting their individual creative journeys and advocacy for Native and Indigenous artists and youth impacted by criminal justice systems.
Francisco Masó: Documentary Abstraction
Luis de Jesus Los Angeles, 1110 Mateo Street, Downtown, Los Angeles
Through July 19
Francisco Masó’s paintings at Luis de Jesus Los Angeles merge geometric abstraction with political themes, particularly in his Aesthetic Register of Covert Forces series. By reproducing the striped patterns of Cuban secret police uniforms, Masó turns these designs into symbols of state authority and domination, offering a unique perspective on political and aesthetic intersections.
Made to Last: Sachi Moskowitz and Louie Moskowitz
Arcane Space, 324 Sunset Avenue, Unit G, Venice, California
Through July 29
Made to Last at Arcane Space presents the work of siblings Sachi and Louie Moskowitz, offering a glimpse into the creative legacy of their family. Sachi’s stoneware vessels and Louie’s black-and-white photographs reflect their personal experiences and environments, creating a dialogue between traditional craftsmanship and contemporary expression.
Alan Lynch: Infinitely on the surfaces of this teardrop world
Château Shatto, 540 Western Avenue, East Hollywood, Los Angeles
Through August 2
Alan Lynch’s exhibition at Château Shatto showcases his paintings from the 1960s and 1970s, offering a rare glimpse into the work of this enigmatic artist. His fusion of hard-edged vocabulary with organic forms and dedication to meditation in his later works provide a unique perspective on Lynch’s artistic evolution.
Llyn Foulkes: Time’s Witness
The Pit, 3015 Dolores Street, Glassell Park, Los Angeles
Through August 9
Llyn Foulkes’ retrospective at The Pit showcases over 75 years of work, highlighting his iconic Bloody Head paintings and mixed-media assemblages. Known for his ability to infuse tension, emotion, and humor into his art, Foulkes’ exhibition offers a comprehensive look at his influential and multifaceted career.
Sarah Rosalena: Unending Spiral
Blum, 2727 South La Cienega Boulevard, Culver City, California
Through August 16
Sarah Rosalena’s Unending Spiral exhibition at Blum combines traditional Wixárika weaving practices with modern technology, creating hybrid artworks that challenge the boundaries between craft and fine art. By exploring the spiral as a symbol of nature and construction, Rosalena’s works offer a fresh perspective on Indigenous knowledge and contemporary design.
Li Ran: The Signs Are Present
Lisson Gallery, 1037 North Sycamore Avenue, Hollywood, Los Angeles
Through August 23
Li Ran’s exhibition at Lisson Gallery features large-scale canvases that straddle representation and abstraction, depicting cryptic narratives filled with angst and drama. Informed by cultural histories and poetic texts, Li’s paintings offer a contemplative exploration of interdisciplinary conceptual inquiries.
Esiri Erheriene-Essi: Reflections
Night Gallery, 2276 East 16th Street, Downtown, Los Angeles
Through August 23
Esiri Erheriene-Essi’s vibrant paintings at Night Gallery capture ordinary moments of Black life with a sense of timeless grandeur. By translating photographs onto linen and enhancing them with colors, patterns, and historical references, Erheriene-Essi’s works offer diverse representations of diasporic Black identities, enriching the art scene in Los Angeles.
Reading Room
MAK Center for Art and Architecture at the Schindler House, 835 North Kings Road, West Hollywood, California
Through September 14
Reading Room at the MAK Center for Art and Architecture transforms the historic Schindler House into a salon celebrating publications
