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Sculpturesite's Booth at LA Art Show
Can you really distinguish yourself when you are but one of 110 galleries in a show of over 15,000 works of art from a myriad of genres including painting, sculpture, works on paper, photography and video? Is it possible to stand out in a crowd of an estimated 35,000 serious collectors and dedicated art enthusiast all buzzing around a 720,000 sq/ft convention center? Sculpturesite Gallery answered those questions at the FADA LA Art Show with a resounding – yes, you can!
The event started inauspiciously with rain, rain and more rain. On average, the sun shines on Los Angeles 338 days a year. Sunny Southern California did not, at first, live up to its promise. However, while it tended to dampen a few heads and shoulders it could not dampen the enthusiasm of the thousands who attended. And when the flood of water finally receded on Saturday, the flood of people arrived. John Denning and Brigitte Micmacker, the owners of Sculpturesite, were more than ready to receive them.
Word spread quickly. There was a booth near the food court, open at three sides, perfect for foot traffic, which was meticulously planned and presented. It looked more like a gallery than a booth. In conversational circles of attendees, Sculpturesite’s space was called “the best booth for sculpture,” and while there, you could see “the best works in the entire show.” Said another attendee: “your booth is such a breath of fresh air – so lively and light.” It was obviously attracting attention.
“Dark Blue Rain-Curtain”, a massive, yet delicate cast glass piece by Mary Shaffer and “Summer”, a hyper-realistic swimmer resting on an inner-tube (both in meticulously painted resin) by Carole Feuerman were described by many as show stoppers. The same could be said for the majestic Jeffery Laudenslager kinetic piece, “Hokusai.” It had a prominent place in the middle of the food court -but will soon relocate to its new permanent home in Malibu. The rest of the collection was wonderfully varied allowing something for everyone. Jane Woolverton’s delicate recycled, plastic tapestries played off the monumental material and feel of Benjamin Brown’s steel and glass and Hans Van de Bovenkamp’s bronze. Brad Howe’s playful mobiles stood in perfect contrast to the elegant pieces of Clement Meadmore. These sculptures did speak for themselves but for those who wanted more, Mary Shaffer, Carole Feuerman, Jeffery Laudenslager, Brad Howe, Benjamin Brown and John Denning were all present to talk about their work.
All who attended had a memorable experience. We at Sculpturesite greatly appreciate all who attended. If you would like more information on any of the works or artists you saw, please let us know. If you were unable to see the show, we will be glad to send more photos. And please stop by Sculpturesite Gallery. Many of the pieces that we displayed at the LA Art Show are now currently on exhibition in San Francisco. We will see you soon!
