WHO: Grace Exhibition Space + ARAI SHIN-ICHI
WHAT: “Viva! Globalization For TANAKA Mitsu”  A  5 night series of art performances by Mr. Shin-ichi, a Petit Retrospective of ARAI Shin-ichi Works from 1999-2009
WHEN: Tuesday, May 5 – Saturday, May 9  8:00pm -10:00pm

WHERE: Grace Exhibition Space 840 Broadway, 2nd Floor.  (646) 578-3402

HOW: Free / By Donation

WHO:   Super7!  +  Le Merde
WHAT: Super7!  presents We Are Brothers || by Portland-based Grasshut artist Le Merde. Following closely on the heels of ‘We Are Brothers,’ his solo show at Thrashout in Tokyo, Japan, Le Merde is making his third trip to Super7 with ‘We Are Brothers II,’ a showcase of of the colorful characters that inhabit the world of Le Merde.
WHEN:  Saturday May 2nd, 7:00pm – 10:00pm
WHERE: Super7 1628 Post Street San Francisco, CA 94115 – 415.409.4700 |
HOW: FREE ADMISSION JUST ROLL THROUGH

The Michael Ingbar Gallery +  Miya Ando.
WHAT:  Celebrating the opening night reception for latest works of Japanese artist Miya Ando. The artist is  a direct descendent of Bizen sword maker Ando Yoshiro Masakatsu, Miya Ando utilizes immensely physical metal finishing techniques such as grinding, polishing and burnishing in the creation of her ethereal steel-scapes. This event should make you feel a bit more cultured. It is sure to be filled with plenty of art enthusiast.  The Exhibit runs Apr 30, 2009  TO Aug 31, 2009
WHEN: Thursday, April 30, 6:00pm – …

WHO: Fred Segal + Details Magazine + Gen Art
WHAT: Fred Segal & Details Magazine in collaboration with Gen Art invite you to come out and enjoy complimentary beverages, special gifts & prizes, and a live DJ while mingling with LA’s best emerging artists! This event features works from top artists Kris Lewis, Greg Simkins, Mercedes Helnwein and Nathan Spoor. Open Bar provided by Red Hook Beer, Kim Crawfod Wine and smartwater. And to satisfy youe sweet tooth decadant cupcakes will be provided by Crave Displays.
WHEN: Saturday, April 25 3:00pm – …

WHO: The Standard Downtown LA Art Series + Shadowscene
WHAT: Ellei Johndro, better know as Shadowscene presents:  FRAGMENTS AND FIGMENTATIONS, a visual journal documenting  her photographic journey into the hipster nation. The FRAGMENTS AND FIGMENTATIONS  is a retrospective of her work from 2005 to the present, giving you  glimpses into the endless party nightlife of the hipster movement.”  This lovely event is brought to you by The Standard Downtown LA Art Series, LoveMade, Casio, Colt 45, Vitamin Water, Red Bull, My Open Bar, and of course Shadowscene.  Open bar from 8pm …

WHO: TOFER CHIN + HAN CHOLO + GUY LOGAN
WHAT: After the party… it’s the after and… This the official aftert party celebration for the ” Cornish Acid” art exhibit opening at the TylerSpencer Studio and the limited edition release of the Tofer Chin X Han Cholo ‘Egg Man’ pendant. Live performance by Spank Rock and The Yelling. This party is sure to feature some very special guests.  The flyer says it all.
When: Saturday April 25th. 10:00pm – 4:00am
WHERE: Flaunt TV 3218 1/2 Glendale blvd. LA CA 90039
How: Just roll through …

WHO: Mid-City Arts +  King Chaka
WHAT: Mid-City Arts Presents “Resurrection”  the first solo show by Los Angeles graffiti artist Chaka.  Anyone that was around LA in the late 80s and early 90s is more than familiar with CHAKA and his infamous tags that literally covered California from Orange County to all througout Los Angeles to the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco.   Daniel Ramos, AKA Chaka, was 18 when he was arrested and charged in 1991 with 48 counts of vandalism, trespassing and causing $500,000 in property damage. Chaka’s signature …

WHO: SCION GALLERY + Giant Robot
WHAT: Papershapers, curated by Giant Robot opens at Scion’s 4,500 square foot  L.A. Gallery in Culver City. Papershapers is a group show featuring ten artists who work with paper-not “on paper.” The exhibition features works that are cut, torn, folded, and sewn into unique creations. Shin Tanaka will be making a rare U.S. appearance at the opening and will be on hand to show original pieces and fold paper with attendees!
WHEN: April 11, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
WHERE: Scion Installation L.A. 3521 Helms Ave. Culver …

WHO: USC Film School + Fisher Museum of Art.
WHAT:  An Artistic cinematic experience,  A screening of two of Andy Warhol’s films from the 1960’s and the documentary “Superstar: The Life and Times of Andy Warhol” will be featured in the museum. This is a  popcorn, and  red vines type of event. But, hey it’s Warhol!
WHEN: Friday  April 10, 2009 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
WHERE:  USC Fisher Museum of Art 823 Exposition Boulevard , Los Angeles , 90089 (213) 740-4561
HOW: FREE ADMISSION – RSVP:  rsvp@uscfishermuseumofart.org

WHO: POPKILLER DEPT. +  EBISU BEER
WHAT: PopKiller Dept Los Feliz store opening party. PopKiller is a unusual but cool little boutique style store that stocks a whole lot of Japanese style toys and gadgets. There are lushly embroidered bomber jackets, wacky wallets, and a massive selection of uniquely screen-printed shirts. Guns, samurai,  Karate Flicks, polka-dot panties, household supplies that double for stash cans for your weed, and plenty of old (“Vintage”) kicks. Stop buy this event and have a drink on us. Open Bar Free Ebisu Beer and Takoyaki.
WHEN: Wednesday …