Behind the Mask investigates the role of the mask as an icon in contemporary artistic explorations and understandings of race, gender, sexuality, mythology, histories, and cultural remembrance. Guest curated by Sarah Umles, Behind the Mask features artists Jack Black, Skount Garcia, Ashley Johnson and Alicia Piller.
An interactive, self-guided virtual tour of the exhibition will be released on Friday, January 22nd at angelsgateart.org with gallery appointments pending the guidance of state and local health orders.
The exhibition will run through March 13, 2021 and is presented through generous support from the Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs.
For more information on this exhibition visit https://www.angelsgateart.org/otw_pm…/behind-the-mask-2/
Upcoming Events
$25 – $29
The Huntington is beginning a phased reopening. The Galleries remain closed. Explore living collections of orchids and camellias, a botanical conservatory, a fragrant rose garden, a children’s garden, and more, in 16 themed gardens spread over 120 acres. All visitors, including Members, must reserve tickets online in advance.
Free
Grand Park’s popular yoga sessions returns in a digital format, giving participants the opportunity to relax, rejuvenate and re-energize.
Free
LAMAGLearn The Erotic Abject: Confronting the Taboo Sexualization of the Disabled Body Friday, February 26 at 1 PM PST The work featured in Tender Calamities focuses on the body-politics of illness/disability, and the oft-undiscussed role sensualization/sexualuzation plays in the imaging of illness and disability. Drawing from the work produced in Tender Calamities, exhibition artist Panteha Abareshi will discuss both the personal and expanded implications of the socio-sexual relationship we have to illness. This program is free and open to all.…
Free
Part two of the virtual 40th Annual Black Doll Show, “Going to the Club” starts Saturday, January 9 from 4 to 6:00 p.m. While the dolls can have a have a night out, we will have a night in, with a Zoom dance party, and visits with special guests, all to celebrate William Grant Still Arts Center’s‘s signature exhibition. DJ Novena Carmel @novenacarmel and Host Quami Dushon will give us the inspirational vibes. In between dancing we will present a page from our,…
$36
Join Teaching Artist Siri France to learn the fundamental techniques of acrylic painting through studying still life works by famous artists. Starting with tonal studies in black and white, students will learn how to incorporate different approaches to color and experiment with new and compelling compositions. All enrollment is through Eventbrite! Last day to register is February 5th! “Still Life Painting” with Siri France 6-Week Workshop: Friday, Feb 12, 2021 Friday, Feb 19, 2021 Friday, Feb 26, 2021 Friday, Mar…
