Nature and Art

One of the many benefits about living in Los Angeles is the abundance of wonderful art galleries and regular exhibit opening receptions. Generally at these events, a DJ spins music, beverages and light snacks are served and some interesting characters are scattered throughout the crowd (and can be almost as interesting to watch as the art!). Tonight I had the pleasure of attending one such reception for 4 artists at the Corey Helford Gallery in Culver City. I was invited by one of the artists, Sarah Folkman, who I know through our friend, Artist and Art Instructor, Amy Lay. After entering the Gallery and arriving at the second level, I realized I was there once before, last year at the Culver City Art Walk. The Art Walk is here again tomorrow and this year there are even more restaurants in this newly hip neighborhood to keep you nourished and energized all day long.

Anyway, Sarah's work is just lovely! She presented a group that was painted on wood and a few pieces on canvas. I love her wood painted pieces which are a nice small size, about 5"x5" and are painted delicately with subtle colors and are very calming. If you take a close look at the woman's profile above, you may notice that the outline of her face mimics the grain in the wood. It's brilliant!