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UPCOMING FORTH EVENTS

Soundtrack of Your Life Group Show
Featuring paintings and other works by a diverse mix of artists, “Soundtrack of Your Life” will explore the ways in which we remember the turning points of our lives, particularly as they relate to our favorite movies and even their soundtracks.

“The exhibition is about the cinematic patina of our memories,” said Sam Saghatelian, curator of “Soundtrack of Your Life” and a participating artist.

“The show also sheds light on the interrelationship between our most significant experiences and the films we might associate them with,” Saghatelian continued. “In this sense, experiential images and sounds ingrained in our imaginations are complemented and amplified by certain motion pictures, including their music, therefore deepening the vividness of memory and helping shape our personal and cultural identities.”

In keeping with the cinematic theme of “Soundtrack of Your Life,” the exhibition will be held among an installation of moviemaking paraphernalia and artifacts such as vintage film reels and canisters. The installation will be designed by Harry Momdjian and Saghatelian. “Throughout the exhibition, the gallery will be reminiscent of a cutting room,” Saghatelian said.

Artists participating in the exhibition include Paul Chatem, Renee Lawter, Brooks Salzwedel, Greg Noppe, Saratoga Sake, Anthony Ausgang, Jane Gotts, Jason Hernandez, Ken Garduno, Aaron White, Ben Kehoe, Tom Haubrick.

Where: Black Maria Gallery
Address: 3137 Glendale Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90039-1805
When:Artist Reception: Friday, March 5, 2010, 7 – 10:30 pm
Exhibition Dates: March 5 – April 11, 2010
Email: info@blackmariagallery.com
Website: www.blackmariagallery.com

“Everything But the Kitschen Sync”
La Luz De Jesus Gallery proudly presents its 13th annual juried group show, “Everything But the Kitschen Sync”. This grandiose exhibition features work from what the gallery feels are some of the today’s most relevant artists. Commercial illustrators, tattooists, scenic painters, students, and animators have been invited to submit work of a more personal nature. The show includes artists previously exhibited at La Luz de Jesus and also features a large selection of work from a brand new batch of undiscovered talent culled from months of submissions to the gallery. “Everything But The Kitschen Sync” is a wonderful forum for the gallery and its fans to check out new and upcoming art trends and get the first glimpse of tomorrow’s stars. It is also an incredible opportunity for art collectors to peruse more than 150 pieces of juried artwork by over 100 artists all in one viewing, and obtain undiscovered art at a very affordable price. Many Kitschen Sync artists have gone on to be in La Luz group and solo shows and have launched their art career from this yearly show. Please join La Luz de Jesus Gallery in supporting the latest and most original efforts from the nation’s alternative art scene.

Where: La Luz de Jesus Gallery
Address: 4633 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90027
When:Artist Reception: Friday, March 5, 2010 8 pm – 11 pm
Exhibition Dates: March 5 – March 28, 2010
Website: www.laluzdejesus.com

“THE ART OF THE STEAL”
Special Preview Screening and Panel Discussion

Tuesday, March 9 at 7:30 pm
Bing Theater at LACMA 5905 Wilshire Boulevard Los Angeles CA 90036
Free Admission

An un-missable look at one of the art world’s most fascinating controversies. A celebrated selection of the Toronto, New York and AFI Film Festivals, Don Argott’s gripping documentary “THE ART OF THE STEAL” chronicles the ongoing dramatic struggle for control of the Barnes Foundation, a private collection of art valued at more than $25 billion. Will one of America’s greatest cultural monuments be destroyed?

A panel discussion moderated by LACMA curator Stephanie Barron and including the Los Angeles Times’ Christopher Knight and filmmakers Don Argott, Sheena Joyce and Lenny Feinberg will follow the screening.

View the film’s trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SbMNmjX87bI
“THE ART OF THE STEAL” opens in Los Angeles on Friday March 12 at the Landmark, Sunset 5, Town Center (Encino), Playhouse (Pasadena), and the South Coast Village.
Running time: 101 mins.
Screening Courtesy of IFC Films

Reserve your tickets by calling the museum box-office 323 857 6010. Limit of 4 tickets per person. Any reserved tickets not picked up 15 minutes prior to show time will be released.

“PERFECTION.”
-Bruce Diones, The New Yorker

“Terrifically suspenseful and enlightening. The forces of art and money square off with primal ferocity.”
-Owen Gleiberman, Entertainment Weekly

“Deeply reported and enormously entertaining.”
-Scott Foundas, LA Weekly

“ENGROSSING…a totally involving story about the exploitation of art and the thorny entanglement of culture, capitalism and politics.”
-Anthony Kaufman, indieWIRE

NIGHT LIGHTS
EXHIBITON FEATURING HELEN K. GARBER, GINNY MANGRUM, AND BILL SOSIN
DNJ Gallery is pleased to announce the upcoming exhibition, Night Lights, featuring photographic works by Helen K. Garber, Ginny Mangrum, and Bill Sosin. This exhibition brings together three artists who produce their art in the city streets– under the cover of darkness. Their works capture beautiful nightscapes, alternating between eerie landscapes, and magical color-filled abstract compositions of light and dark. Photographing at night poses special challenges, and these three contemporary photographers respond in a fascinating way.

Helen K. Garber is known for her night urban landscapes taken in cities such as Los Angeles, New York, Paris and Venice, Italy. For “Night Lights,” Garber will exhibit new work from her “Venice/ Venezia” series of diptychs that juxtapose images of Venice, Italy and Venice Beach, CA. Her portrayal of the darkened cities creates a descriptive, yet poetic model of the human environment. Using painterly techniques, she presents her photographs on canvas, to show the sparkle and texture of the tones. Garber’s images are exhibited internationally and are in permanent collections of museums, private and corporate collections nationwide.

In her second exhibit at DNJ Gallery, Ginny Mangrum will exhibit new work from her ongoing series, “Night Moves.” In these photographs, Mangrum emphasizes the intensity of darkness as one travels throughout the night. All the places she photographs are actively used during the day, but at night, become as still as the image itself. She explores interior and exterior spaces, presence and absence of the human subject, and the tension that is created by her voyeuristic observation. Mangrum received her MFA from Mills College in Oakland, CA and is currently an Adjunct Professor at Diablo Valley College in Pleasant Hill, CA. She has exhibited her photography throughout California since 2003.

Bill Sosin’s contribution to “Night Lights” consists of richly colored photographs capturing urban landscapes in the rain. Sosin’s “City Rain” photographs describe the texture, shape, weight, and direction of raindrops at night as well as the twinkling luminescence of the streetlights, fluorescent lights, and storefronts behind the rain. Sosin’s images are a collection of transient moments that are captured in passing. His work has been exhibited widely throughout the Unites States and he has won many awards for his work, including the International Lucie Award ‘Official Selection’ in 2009 and the International Color Award from the Photography Masters Cup, among others.

Where: DNJ Gallery
Address: 154 1/2 North La Brea Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90036
When: Artist Reception: March 13, 2010 from 6-8 pm
Exhibition Dates: March 15, 2010 – May 1, 2010
Website: http://www.dnjgallery.net/

PAST EVENTS

Matthew Flaming discusses and signs The Kingdom of Ohio
It’s a story about conspiracies and struggles to reshape the world; about secret wars between men like J. P. Morgan, Thomas Edison, and Nikola Tesla. It is about one of the strangest and least-known mysteries of American history: the existence and disappearance of the Lost Kingdom of Ohio. It is about science and faith, and the distance between the two.

Most of all, it’s a story about a man and a woman, and about love.

Where: Vroman’s Bookstore
Address: 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, California 91101
When: February 26, 2010 at 7 pm
Information: http://www.vromansbookstore.com/matthew-flaming
Website: http://www.thekingdomofohio.com

Offramp Gallery is pleased to present Still Perplexed, a solo exhibition of recent paintings by Myron Kaufman, from February 21 – March 21, 2010.

Witty narrative, a preternaturally bright palette and an intuitive sense of composition are the hallmarks of Myron’s work. Nothing is sacred as he tackles subjects as far ranging as Wall Street, religion, Dick Cheney, Little Orphan Annie, aging, nudity, and sexuality. Drawn initially to the bright colors and free-flowing creativity of these paintings, one’s attention is ultimately held by the narrative. Simultaneously evoking humor, emotional discomfort, and a desire to know more, one feels privileged to peek into the wonderfully strange psyche of Myron Kaufman.

A full color catalog accompanies the exhibition.

Concurrent exhibitions:
Marilyn Cvitanic: Watercolors
Elaine Carhartt: Ceramic Sculpture
Francesco Siqueiros: Paraiso Terrenal/Earthly Paradise

Where: Offramp Gallery
Address: 1702 Lincoln Ave., Pasadena, CA 91103
When: February 21, 2010 from 2-5 pm
Website: http://www.offrampgallery.com

Yuri Elvin Paintings
Born to artists Ana Victorson and Steve Elvin, Yuri has always painted. He quit all art to pursue his academics and a career in film and television. Receiving an mfa and working for 10 years in the film industry, he picked-up where he left off 15 years earlier, again as a creator. Since then he has received international acclaim, illustrated for books and magazines, provided art for film and television on such shows as EASTWICK, 1000 WAYS TO DIE, and the FOOD NETWORK. He also has many accomplished collectors ranging from studio executives to writers to lawyers and leaders of environmental activism.

This show brings together the best of two years of work. With no formal art education, discovering acrylic paint without guidance has brought out some very inspiring techniques and personal revelations. His long time love of drawing has kept his pencil close, and his materials few.

The art work spans several genres: beginning with patterns and abstract spiritual insights, to sci-fi fantasy. Being inspired by the discovery of his own stylized self-developing characters, cultures, customs, and politics, has given way to the creation of its own ‘world’. Illustration-assignments, commissions, and aimless research often force the learning of new subject matter and inspires the expansion of the ‘world’ that his characters live.

Where: 410 Boyd
Address: 410 Boyd St., Los Angeles, CA 90013
When: February 18, 2010 from 6-9 pm
Exhibition Dates: February 18, 2010 – April 1, 2010

Damon Soule’s “Modus Alone” Opening
Thinkspace is honored to welcome New York City based artist Damon Soule to our gallery this coming February for his first ever solo show in Los Angeles. In ‘Modus Alone’ Soule presents an impressive collection of new work that is sure to challenge and excite all who view it.

Where: Thinkspace Gallery
Address: 4210 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90029
When: February 12, 2010 from 7-11 pm
Website: http://www.thinkspacegallery.com
Email: contact@sourharvest.com

The Hive Gallery Group show and Performances

Where: The Hive Gallery
Address: 729 S. Spring St. Los Angeles, CA 90014
When: February 6, 2010 from 8 pm – 12:30 am
Website: http://www.thehivegallery.com

$8 at door/ $5 for those dressed in Black and Yellow
Show runs Feb 6th-27th

February 2010 artist list:

Chet Zar / Jinx / Erin Lucia / Skratch / Mike Bilz / Alisha Amirkhanian / Nicolette Spear / Yumiko Awae / Bill Solomon / Big Toe / Delphia / Marianne Williams / Sam Graham / Crystal Sylver / Chris Lyles / Lisa Moneypenny / Jennifer Im / Naomi Nowak / Tim Ottman / Jun Duras / Dennis Pomales / Frank Hansen /Celene / Max Grundy / Cynthia Rogers / Aimee Kuester / Sylvia Lizarraga / Pamela Mower-Conner / J. Shea / Nate Seubert / Nicole Bruckman / Amanda Sage / Nathan Cartwright /
Hestin Lostwood / Bernadette Despujols / Snow Mack / Kevin Mack / JoKa / Matthew Hibben / Skyler Gonzalez / Jules Muck / JoKa / Flo / Daisuke Okamoto / Nicole Ward / Salvatore Scrivo / Sara Brum / Brandon Garrison / Laura Diamond / Ryan Ebelt / Amy Shawley / Brian Smith / Kenji Tanaka / Jose Carabes / and many more!!!

Performances:

Back Stage

8:00-9:10 Soul Junkie [ www.myspace.com/souljunkieproductions ]
9:10-10:00 Baohaus [ www.mixcloud.com/baohaus ]
10:00-10:50 Diamond [ www.myspace.com/diamonddjay ]
10:50-11:40 Meanstreak [ www.myspace.com/djmeanstreak ]
11:40-12:30 N8 [ www.lofifreq.com ]

Front Stage

8:00-9:00 Massaro [ www.myspace.com/massaromusic ]
9:00-9:45 Dulce de Leche [ www.myspace.com/ilovedulcedeleche ]
9:45-10:30 Gajah [ www.myspace.com/gajah ]
10:30-11:45 Pitch > Like < Masses [ www.myspace.com/pitchlikemasses ]
11:45-12:30 Chum Out [ www.myspace.com/chumout ]

Resident Artists:

Sensei / Nathan Cartwright / Mary Spring / Greg Gould / Walt Hall / Sarah Winkle / John Dang / Jinx / DC / Michelle Bellasis /
/ Feminine Oddities / Shrine / Sonik / Ichae Ackso / Leyla Akdogan / Stephan Canthal / Paul Torres / Laura Diamond / Mike Street / The Little Red Writer / Randy Kono / Sara Hedstrom / Alex Schaefer / Macsorro / Patrick Haemmerlein / Alan DeForest / Bethany Pratt / Wasmi / Radhika Hersey / Amanda Sage / Federico Hudson / Yuki Miyazaki / Sophia Gasparian / Ink Pen Mutations Press

ALL NEW FABRIC ENVIRONMENTS/ INSTALLATION by: Sonik http://ww w.transmorphic.net

ALL NEW NEON INSTALLATION by: Tim Ottman teeemster@gmail.com

BURLESQUE PERFORMANCES BY: Feminine Oddities www.feminineoddities.com

HIVE TAROT DECK READING BY:
Seraphime Rhyianir
Medium, Astrologer, Card Reader, Poet
sidereally.occultated@gmail.com
http://thesometimesbrand.blogspot.com

PDA: Public Displays of Art – Echo Park Art Walk
This is a one day event that will turn the neighborhood of Echo Park into a fun, playful and engaging artistic landscape! On this map you’ll discover the sites of chain link fence galleries, driveway theaters, a hands on crafting station, performance art, intersection musical performances, outdoor movie screenings, sculptures, parking lot mini concerts and other various creative & mind stimulating public displays of ART.

Where: Echo Park Avenue – Sunset Boulevard – Champlain Terrace
Address: 1559 Echo Park Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90026
When: February 6, 2010 from 12-6 pm RAIN OR SHINE!
Website: http://www.ArtNeedsFreedom.com
Email: heather@ArtNeedsFreedom.com

The Death of Bighead
Paul Chatem Solo Show
Where: The C.A.V.E. Gallery
Address: 501 Rose Ave., Venice, CA 90292
When: Opening Reception: February 5, 2010 from 7-10 pm
Exhibition Dates: February 5, 2010 – February 27, 2010
Website: http://www.cavegallery.net/
Email: cavegallery@gmail.com

Brian Robertson Opening
Where: Cannibal Flower New Location
Address: 724 S. Spring St., Los Angeles, CA 90014
Across the street from The Hive & Temple of Visions
When: Saturday, January 30, 9 pm – 1 am
More Info: www.cannibalflower.com

FIRST HUGE SHOW OF THE NEW YEAR
Featured Artist:
BRIAN ROBERTSON

Live Performance
The Color Turning

Resident DJ’s –
Mr. NumberOnederful
X-Point
Guest DJ – Jas Shepherd
http://www.myspace.com/forwardmotionkpfk907fm

Admission is $8
First 6 people in costume get in FREE
$6 entrance with a costume *

GROUP SHOW ARTISTS *UPDATING
Joka, Carlos Ulloa, Michael Pukac, Liz Brizzi, Tiki Jay,Craig “Skibs” Barker, Patrick Hammerlein, Nate Seubert, Cate Rangel, Glenn Arthur, Nicole Bruckman, Yuki Miyazaki, Prince Parise, Alex Chiu, Jose Carabes, Em Scott, Euth, Delphia, Paul Torres, Laura Diamond, Gosha Levochkin, Douglas Alvarez, Terri Berman, Lynn Marie Greaves, Michele Waterman, Shahid Brown, L. Croskey, Crystal Sylver, Hilary Bond, James Ivey, Lindy Ivey, Leyla Akdogan, Michelle Cohen, Donna Letterese, Timimonster, Kelly Thompson, Dytch 66, Paul Garcia, Ryan Ward, Foof Churro, Gershon Mosley, Jimmy Bell, Brian Nieman, David Cooley, Jeffrey Vincent Parise, Nyoka, David Mesina, George Saavedra, Nathaniel Osollo, Sam Graham, Damen LaPalm, Amy Bernays, Gyorgy Bp Szabo, Rhea Adri-De Salvo, Wellington Rawls, Chrystal Walker, Kevin T. Williams, Anna Silvey, Paul Jeter, Joe David Torres, Frank Hansen, Eban Lehrer, William Paton, Godfrey Mawema, Kimberley Torres, April Davis, Anjela Piccard, Maria Finna, Jeff Felker, Kelly Berg, Dion Macellari, Lauren Glick, Lisa Nyla Rosso, Heidi Spring, Liane Shih, Art Weeks, Richard Arthur, Anthony Weber, Peter Adamyan, Ben Brough, MEQ, John Culqui, John P. Wales, Candy, Ahh’d Art, Alex Gonzalez, Pinche Michi, Tymer, Sylvia Lizarraga, Chuck U. Farely, Stephen Canthal, Andre Ajibade, Chet Glaze, Santiago Salvador, Yuri Levin, Dave Tucker and more….

Signs of the Time/Laundry Lines
Where: DNJ Gallery
154½ N. La Brea Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
When: Saturday, January 23, 6 pm – 8pm

FORTH Magazine’s 1-Year Anniversary Event and Issue #7 Launch!

Benefiting the Wells Bring Hope foundation (www.wellsbringhope.org), creating awareness and funding for safe water in West Africa.

FEATURED ARTIST
Gil Garcetti
Displaying photography and books, all in support of Wells Bring Hope.

PLUS ART DISPLAYS BY:
John Lithgow
Suzanne Erickson
Yossi Govrin

AND…
- Live Poetry readings
- Live Slam Poetry
- Live Music

HOSTED BAR!
Sponsored by Alexander Valley Vineyards

When: Saturday, January 16, 7-10 pm
Where: The G2 Gallery – 1503 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, CA 90291

The Hive Gallery
Where: 729 S. Spring St. Los Angeles, CA 90014
Downtown LA Art Walk
Every 2nd Thursday of the month
When: Jan. 14, 7-10pm
















“Bee Here Now” Visionary Art Show and Performances
When: January 9th, Saturday 8PM-1AM
Where:
The Hive Gallery
729 S. Spring St. Los Angeles, CA 90014
and
The Temple of Visions Gallery
719 S. Spring St. Los Angeles, CA 90014
More Info: www.thehivegallery.com

PARKING: FREE street & loading zones/ $10 at immediate lot on lft. past 7th st.
$15 for full event- taking place in two galleries, The Hive Gallery and Grand opening of Temple of Visions Gallery
$8 for only one gallery admission
Show runs January 9th to the 30th

Thinkspace Gallery Exhibit
Where: 4210 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90029
Who: Andy Kehoe “The World Unseen and Those In Between” (main gallery)
Jesse Hotchkiss “Learning To Fall” (project room)
Dabs Myla “Earthquake Weather” (‘Fresh Faces’ series)
When: Opening Reception: Friday, Dec. 11, 7-11pm
On View: Dec. 11-January 2, 2010

The Hive Gallery
Where: 729 S. Spring St. Los Angeles, CA 90014
Downtown LA Art Walk
When: Every 2nd Thursday of the month, Dec. 10, 7-10pm

Curious Beings, Art Exhibition by Brandon Francis
Who: Staff Artist – Brandon Francis
Where: Archival (Downtown LA) 349 E. 2nd St., Los Angeles, 90012
When: Sat Dec. 5th 6-10pm

Lawrence Asher Gallery Presents: Lola del Fresno – BEHIND THE BUSHES – Breathing Nature and Bianca Kolonusz-Partee – Outside In

When: November 21 – December 19, 2009; Opening Reception, Saturday, November 21 st , 6 – 10pm

Lola del Fresno has the ability to reduce images to their most powerful minimal core. In the past at LAG, she has introduced us to human forms shrouded in existential quiet as well as abstracted natural scenes. Now del Fresno presents more complete landscapes with her richly layered and deconstructed technique.
Bianca Kolonusz-Partee creates dynamic two dimensional models of American shipping ports. She intricately layers recycled packaging materials exploiting their colorful, rich design to raise awareness of our natural world. Her beautifully intricate landscapes shine a light on contemporary industry and underlying larger societal issues.

Please join us for the opening reception of these exceptional solo shows on Saturday, November 21st, 2009, 6 – 10 pm. Lawrence Asher Gallery is located at 5820 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, across the street from the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and adjacent to the Craft and Folk Art Museum. For more information, please call 323.935.9100 or visit www.lawrenceasher.com

INK SLAM Los Angeles Poetry Festival 2009!
Greenway Arts Alliance Presents INK SLAM: Please join us from November 4-7th at a very exciting event celebrating the nation’s best slam poets at InkSlam. November 4th begins four days of featured poets and performers from across the country including National Champions and Tony Award winners, daily workshops and nightly showcases. On Friday, November 6, competition begins between ten of the nation’s elite Slam Teams culminate in a Final Slam November 7 in the Greenway Court Theatre for cash prizes and the title of inkSlam Champion. For more information, visit:
http://www.inkSlam.org.

Important! Promo Code FORTH will get readers free access to workshops on Nov. 4th and Nov. 5th.

Where:
Greenway Court Theatre
554 N. Fairfax Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
When:November 4-7, 2009 (4th/5th: Workshops & 6th/7th Finals)
For more info:info@inkslam.org
Website:http://inkslam.org/
Ticket Info and Schedule: http://greenwayarts.tix.com/Schedule.asp?OrganizationNumber=2253

Studio Seress & FORTH Magazine Present Saturday Night Live, A Live Music & Art Show!
When: Saturday night, Oct. 24th at 7PM (and every third Saturday night of the month thereafter!)
Where: 1219 1/2 Abbot Kinney Blvd.
RSVP: rsvp@studioseress.com
Website: www.studioseress.com

Santa Monica Art Studios Celebrates its 5th Anniversary
When:October 17th (6-9PM)-October 18th (1-5PM)
Where:Santa Monica Arts Studio
Website:http://www.santamonicaartstudios.com/

Crewest Gallery Presents Graffiti Spirits, a Solo Exhibition and Retrospective by Man One
A collection of original and available works from 1992-Present.

When:October 3rd-October 31, 2009
Where:Crewest: 110 Winston St., LA, CA 90013
Website:http://crewest.com/

























Frank Kozik Exhibition Opening at Billy Shire Fine Arts:
Frank Kozik, known for reinventing the concert poster and later delving into the role of toy sculptor, is back with a new collection. Join Billy Shire Fine Arts in celebrating Kozik’s work on the exhibit’s opening night.

Where: Billy Shire Fine Arts
Address: 5790 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232
When: Opening Show: Saturday, October 10, 2009 from 7-10PM
Exhibition Dates: October 10, 2009-November 7, 2009
Website: http://billyshirefinearts.com/
Email: info@billyshire.com

voila! Gallery Opening:

Join the voila! Gallery-Art for the Modern Eye- on its opening night and meet the artists.

When:Saturday, October 10, 2009 from 7PM-10PM
Where:518 N. La Brea ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Please RSVP to:info@voilagallery.com
Contact: t: 323 954 0418 f: 323 395 0872 www.voilagallery.com
For more info, visit:http://www.voilagallery.com/exhibitions.asp

Mad Mondays Shadowscene Party with Forth Featured Artist Ellei Johndro

Date: Monday June 29th, 2009
Time: 10PM-2AM
Location: The Standard Hotel, 8300 Sunset Boulevard

Party it up with Forth magazine and our latest issue’s featured artist Ellei Johndro of Shadowscene this Monday June 29th!!

“Yes, I’m here for Ellei Johndro’s gallery? Fragments & Figmentations?” Ah, yes. The photographer known in some circles as Shadowscene. Ellei: the young, underground Annie Leibovitz. I’ve volunteered to immerse myself in her world, to do jumping-jacks on her brain. Not just because she is talented and plugged into the throbbing pulse of LA’s neon nightlife, but because we are at the razor’s edge of the second decade of this new, tormented century – and if anyone in this town can put my generation in perspective, it may be Ellei. Tracking her down and viewing this corner of the world through her lens will surely yield some answers… But where the hell is she?

Marco Mannone, Forth Writerin “We’re all shadows in the night: A Mad Monday with Ellei ‘Shadowscene’ Johndro and the New Weird”

Join us for a spectacular night of entertainment, food and drink to celebrate Forth magazine’s half-year in print

Where: Santa Monica Pier.
This year we’ll be joined by a host of talented entertainers from clowns to seductive dancers. Aerialists to trampolinists. Hula hoops to our amazing flying trapeze acrobats all decked out in a day-glow, carnival theme that will BLOW YOUR MIND!!!!!

TRAPEZE SCHOOL NEW YORK and FORTH MAGAZINE present A WHITE NIGHT CARNIVAL

Pictures courtsey: Phoebe Chauson of Phoebe Joy Photography

Several fine sponsors will be providing eats and libations. Live bands will be on hand to rock you followed by dancing to live mix. This is going to be the kind of night on the pier you will remember as being one of the best of the summer.

Date: Saturday, June 27th
Time: 7:30pm-10:30pm
Location: Trapeze School New York at the Santa Monica Pier
PERFORMANCES BY:
DJ PartTimeChiller
Rag Dolls Burlesque (dancers)
Suddenly Dapper (improv theater collective)

Ahimsa Collective Everybody Nose (clowns)
Marky “Make Up” Andrews (airbrush tats and body art)
Ella Pons (body painting)

Meex One (live art)
Mrs. Hobbs (burlesque accordionist)
Maricopa (band)
Chapa (band)

Santa Monica Fine Art Studios: 2009 Art Show

Date: June 13, 2009
Time: 6-9PM
Location: Santa Monica Fine Art Studios, 1834 Franklin Street

Santa Monica Fine Art Studios is a sprawling, exposed ceiling, basic nuts & bolts industrial building where over 38 artists work in their chosen medium. Once a year the artists put down their brushes, chisels, utility knives, etc., organize their spaces and invite the public to an open house. It is almost magical to see the transformation of 1834 Franklin St. from a working warehouse into an exhibition hall.

The Santa Monica Fine Art Studios will be holding an art show open house to display a myriad of artists’ original work. Come support local artists and enjoy live music performed by Amy Raasch, Bunnies and Kitties, and Chapa during the opening reception on June 13th from 6-9PM!
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We’ve also got monthly/weekly recurring events…

Monthly art parties and events

Watch art being painted, sculpted, or created LIVE by some of L.A.’s most talented artists.

Venice First Fridays- Every first Friday of the month!

Stroll down this famous Venice, CA boulevard and check out all the fabulous stores open until 10pm. Enjoy shopping, view art, dine on complimentary appetizers and drinks while meeting local artists, writers, groups, etc.  The possibilities are endless!

Location: The Forth team will be located at:
Bulldog Realtors
http://www.bulldogrealtors.com
Time: 7 to 10PM
Address: 1209 Abbott Kinney Blvd., Venice CA
Web: http://www.abbotkinney1stfridays.com/

If you’ve got a great art and/or literature event you want to publicize here, email us at web@forthmagazine.com with “event post” in the subject!