The public is invited to a Valentine's Party on Saturday, February 3, from 2 - 6 P.M.
Love and its symbols are the focus of this show, which includes work in all media that includes heart and flower imagery. An array of related Mexican folk art is also on view, including ceramic figures by the Aguilar family, repousse hearts cut from tin, paper and corn husk flowers, and journals from Chiapas made from flower petals.
In addition, approximately twenty local artists display their interpretations of love and romance. Small decorative objects are included, as well as significant works of art, both whimsical and emotionally-charged. Some of the artists represented are: Ulla Anobile (papier mache); Cathy Ashworth (paintings); Joseph and Chela Banuelos (mixed media/assemblage); Shari Beaubien (fiber); Claudia Galvan (ceramics, mixed media);
Ellen Grim (mixed media); Mavis Leahy (fiber); Janice Lowry (mixed media/assemblage); Jeffrey Manpearl (metal); Janet Olenik (drawing); Lucia Preciado (beaded jewelry); Maria Rendon (3D illustration); Lacey Waddell (sterling silver jewelry).
The romantically inclined will not want to miss this exhibition, a wonderful blend of traditional folk art and contemporary expressions.
The Folk Tree is located at 217 South Fair Oaks Avenue (just fifteen minutes from downtown Los Angeles, off the end of the 110 freeway and minutes walking distance from the Del Mar Gold Line Station). Hours are: M-W, 11-6; Th-Sat, 10-6; Sun, 12-5. For more information, contact Gail Mishkin at 626/793-4828 or call The Folk Tree at 626/795-8733.
