The Folk Tree Collection. The public is invited to a Valentine's Party at both locations on Saturday, February 4, from 2 - 6 P.M.
At The Folk Tree, several local artists show their interpretations of love and its symbols in works of all media that include heart imagery. Small objects, such as decorative hearts and flowers, as well as significant works of art form part of an installation designed for the enjoyment of the romantically inclined. In addition to showcasing the talents of area artists, an array of related Mexican folk art is also on view, including ceramic figures by the Aguilar family and repousse hearts cut from tin.
The Folk Tree Collection features work by approximately thirty individuals with imagery relevant to the holiday. Included are assemblage, ceramics, collage, glass, jewelry, mixed media, works on paper, and more. Among the artists represented in The Folk Tree Collection's exhibition are: Patricia Anders, Anthony Hansen, and Elizabeth Frank (mixed media); Josh Gelfand (glass hearts);Tamara Hensick (cast metal); Donald Krieger, Janice Lowry, and Susanna Meiers (assemblage); and Mavis Leahy (fiber). Some jewelers included are: Pamela Duarte (sterling silver); Christina & Evan Finley (glass); Sean Hill (sterling silver & resin); Susie Kustner (enamel); and David McNutt (sterling silver).
Artworks range from delicate Valentine-like creations to bright, whimsical and emotionally-charged pieces reflecting both positive and negative aspects of love.
Both stores also have many unique gift items, as well as unusual Valentine cards.
The Folk Tree is located at 217 South Fair Oaks Avenue and The Folk Tree Collection is a few doors north at 199 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 Kathi Oshima at The Folk Tree at 626/795-8733, or Gail Mishkin at The Folk Tree Collection at 626/793-4828.
