Linus Gallery Art Blog Series

Linus Galleries, Fine Art Gallery 2016 Artist Interview Series Deprise Brescia Linus Galleries, a Los Angeles contemporary art gallery, presents The Artist Interview Series. Our Linus artists are from all over the world and come from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. Read on to gain insight into the creative process and personality of our featured artist. This week we feature artist Deprise Brescia who recently exhibited one of her pieces for our All in Due Time 2015 exhibition. My name is Karen Kramer and I am an Watercolor Painter residing in Oakland California. Please tell us your name, artistic practice of choice, and location in the world. My Name is DepriseRead More →

Linus Galleries, Fine Art Gallery 2015 Artist Interview Series Karen Kramer Linus Galleries, a Los Angeles contemporary art gallery, presents The Artist Interview Series. Our Linus artists are from all over the world and come from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. Read on to gain insight into the creative process and personality of our featured artist. This week we feature artist Karen Kramer who recently exhibited one of her pieces for our Bontanicals 2015 exhibition. My name is Karen Kramer and I am an Watercolor Painter residing in Oakland California. Are you self taught or did you formally study art? I was always drawing as a child, and all throughRead More →

Julie Crews Artist Portrait

Linus Galleries, Fine Art Gallery 2015 Artist Interview Series Julie Crews Linus Galleries, a Los Angeles contemporary art gallery, presents The Artist Interview Series. Our Linus artists are from all over the world and come from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. Read on to gain insight into the creative process and personality of our featured artist. This week we feature artist Julie Crews who recently exhibited one of his pieces for our Portraiture exhibition. My name is Julie Crews and I am an Oil Painter residing in Northern Louisiana. Are you self taught or did you formally study art? I consider myself somewhat self taught but I know I wouldRead More →

Jeremy Brooks

Linus Galleries, Fine Art Gallery 2014 Artist Interview Series Jeremy Brooks Linus Galleries, a Los Angeles contemporary art gallery, presents The Artist Interview Series. Our Linus artists are from all over the world and come from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. Read on to gain insight into the creative process and personality of our featured artist. This week we feature artist Jeremy Brooks who recently exhibited one of his pieces for our Queer exhibition.   My name is Jeremy R. Brooks.  I am a (ceramic) sculptor and collagist residing in Carbondale, IL where I teach as a Visiting Assistant Professor in the ceramics department at Southern IllinoisRead More →

Linus Galleries, Fine Art Gallery 2014 Artist Interview Series Paul Glenn Linus Galleries, a Los Angeles contemporary art gallery, presents The Artist Interview Series. Our Linus artists are from all over the world and come from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. Read on to gain insight into the creative process and personality of our featured artist. This week we feature artist Paul Glen who recently exhibited several of his stunning pattern/decorative pieces for our Traditions exhibition. 1) Please tell us your name, artistic practice of choice, and location in the world. My name is Paul Evan Glenn, I’m a painter currently residing in  San Francisco.   2) AreRead More →

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Linus Galleries, Fine Art Gallery 2014 Artist Interview Series Justin Yanke Linus Galleries, a Los Angeles contemporary art gallery, presents The Artist Interview Series. Our Linus artists are from all over the world and come from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. Read on to gain insight into the creative process and personality of our featured artist. This week we feature photorealism painter Justin Yanke who recently exhibited one of his incredible and witty self portraits for our Humor exhibition. 1) Please tell us your name, artistic practice of choice, and location in the world. My name is Justin Yanke and I currently practice the art ofRead More →

los angeles, linus galleries, figure studies

Linus Galleries, Fine Art Gallery 2014 Artist Interview Series Jim Baab Linus Galleries, a Los Angeles contemporary art gallery, presents The Artist Interview Series. Our Linus artists are from all over the world and come from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. Read on to gain insight into the creative process and personality of our featured artist. This week we feature artist Jim Baab who recently exhibited one of his stunning figure studies and nude fine art portraits for our Undressed exhibition.   1) Please tell us your name, artistic practice of choice, and location in the world. Hello! My name is Jim Baab. My artistic practiceRead More →

los angeles, linus galleries, woodcut print

Linus Galleries, Fine Art Gallery 2014 Artist Interview Series Anthony Lazorko Linus Galleries, a Los Angeles contemporary art gallery, presents The Artist Interview Series. Our Linus artists are from all over the world and come from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. Read on to gain insight into the creative process and personality of our featured artist. This week we feature Anthony Lazorko who recently exhibited one of his colorful, charming woodcut prints  in our Dream State exhibition. 1) Please tell us your name, artistic practice of choice, and location in the world. I’m Anthony ‘Tony’ Lazorko and I am a printmaker living in Mesilla, New Mexico.Read More →

los angeles, linus galleries, ink drawings

Linus Galleries, Fine Art Gallery 2014 Artist Interview Series Len Upin Linus Galleries, a Los Angeles contemporary art gallery, presents The Artist Interview Series. Our Linus artists are from all over the world and come from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. Read on to gain insight into the creative process and personality of our featured artist. This week we feature Len Upin who recently exhibited two of his incredibly detailed ink drawings in our Vulnerability vs. Strength show. 1) Please tell us your name, artistic practice of choice, and location in the world. I’m Len Upin and live in a suburb Northwest of Chicago, Illinois. ForRead More →

los angeles, linus galleries, lanscape painter

Linus Galleries, Fine Art Gallery 2014 Artist Interview Series Toni Silber-Delerive Linus Galleries, a Los Angeles contemporary art gallery, presents The Artist Interview Series. Our Linus artists are from all over the world and come from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. Read on to gain insight into the creative process and personality of our featured artist. This week we feature aerial landscape painter Toni Silber-Delerive who has shown her unique graphic paintings in several exhibitions including Urban and Past, Present, Future. 1) Please tell us your name, artistic practice of choice, and location in the world. My name is Toni Silber-Delerive . I’m a painter and workRead More →

los angeles, linus galleries, international artist

Linus Galleries, Fine Art Gallery 2014 Artist Interview Series Jon Bøe Paulsen Linus Galleries, a Los Angeles contemporary art gallery, presents the Artist Interview Series. Our Linus artists are from all over the world and come from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. Read on to gain insight into the creative process and personality of our featured artist. This week we feature international artist Jon Bøe Paulsen. Jon recently displayed his talented skills with several pieces that have been featured in our online art exhibitions of The Senses, Figurative, and Traditions. Accompanying a few of the detailed pictures below are direct quotes from Jon speaking on his dedicated process. 1) Please tell us yourRead More →

american painter, los angeles art gallery, jason johns interview

Linus Galleries, Fine Art Gallery 2014 Artist Interview Series Jason John Linus Galleries, a Los Angeles contemporary art gallery, presents The Artist Interview Series. Our Linus artists are from all over the world and come from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. Read on to gain insight into the creative process and personality of our featured artist. This week we feature American painter Jason John. John’s paintings were recently shown as part of our Traditions art exhibit. 1) Please tell us your name, artistic practice of choice, and location in the world. My name is Jason John.  I am a representational painter that lives in Jacksonville, Florida. 2) AreRead More →

los angeles, linus galleries, abstract painter

Linus Galleries, Fine Art Gallery 2014 Artist Interview Series Elizabeth Bowler Linus Galleries, a Los Angeles contemporary art gallery, presents The Artist Interview Series. Our Linus artists are from all over the world and come from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. Read on to gain insight into the creative process and personality of our featured artist. This week we feature Elizabeth Bowler, a British abstract painter living in San Francisco. Elizabeth’s art was recently shown as part of our Vulnerability vs. Strength online art show. 1) Please tell us your name, artistic practice of choice, and location in the world. My name is Elizabeth Bowler and I am a British artist currently basedRead More →

oil paintings, los angeles, linus galleries

Linus Galleries, Fine Art Gallery 2014 Artist Interview Series Gaetanne Lavoie Linus Galleries, a Los Angeles contemporary art gallery, presents The Artist Interview Series. Our Linus artists are from all over the world and come from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. Read on to gain insight into the creative process and personality of our featured artist. This week we feature Gaetanne Lavoie, a talented artist currently based in New York. Gaetanne’s figure paintings were recently featured in our Vulnerability vs. Strength online art show. 1) Please tell us your name, artistic practice of choice, and location in the world. My name is Gaetanne Lavoie and I am basedRead More →

oil paintings, los angeles, linus galleries

Linus Galleries, Fine Art Gallery 2014 Artist Interview Series Raisa Nosova Linus Galleries, a Los Angeles contemporary art gallery, presents The Artist Interview Series. Our Linus artists are from all over the world and come from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. Read on to gain insight into the creative process and personality of our featured artist. This week we chatted with Raisa Nosova, a talented artist who shares her thoughts on art below, along with some of her incredible oil paintings. Raisa’s artwork was recently featured in our Vulnerability vs. Strength online art show. 1) Please tell us your name, artistic practice of choice, and location inRead More →

Los Angeles art gallery

Linus Galleries, Fine Art Gallery 2014 Artist Interview Series Katarína Kalmanová Linus Galleries, a Los Angeles contemporary art gallery, presents The Artist Interview Series. Our Linus artists are from all over the world and come from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. Read on to gain insight into the creative process and personality of our featured artist. This week we are taking a closer look at the art of abstract painting with artist Katarína Kalmanová. who recently exhibited in our Vulnerability vs. Strength show. 1) Please tell us your name, artistic practice of choice, and location in the world. My name is Katarína Kalmanová. I currently live and paint in Bratislava,Read More →

Mosaic Art

Linus Galleries, Fine Art Gallery 2014 Artist Interview Series John Sollinger Linus Galleries, a Los Angeles contemporary art gallery, presents The Artist Interview Series. Our Linus artists are from all over the world and come from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. Read on to gain insight into the creative process and personality of our featured artist. This week we are taking a closer look at the masterful glass art of Biologist and Mosaic Artist John Sollinger. Several of his pieces have been showcased in our art exhibitions over the years including our live art show Silent Communication and our Vulnerability vs. Strength online art show. 1) PleaseRead More →

oil painter

Linus Galleries, Fine Art Gallery 2014 Artist Interview Series Kassandra Mattia   Linus Galleries, a contemporary Los Angeles art gallery, presents The Artist Interview Series. This series is a new blog featuring Linus artists from a variety of different practices and backgrounds and from all over the world! It’s an enjoyable read that shares insight into the artist’s creative process and workspace, as well as their view of the world around us. This week we feature Kassandra Mattia , a Laguna Beach oil painter whose creations are often times inspired from her childhood to create beautifully structured artworks. Two of Kassandra’s pieces were featured in the Linus Galleries VulnerabilityRead More →

   Linus Galleries, Fine Art Gallery 2014 Artist Interview Series Eike Waltz  Linus Galleries,  a fine art gallery based out of Los Angeles, presents The Artist Interview Series. This series is a new blog featuring Linus artists from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. The blog aims to be an enjoyable read, sharing insight into the artist’s creative process and workspace, as well as their view of the world around us. This week we feature Eike Waltz, a California-based sculptor, and his incredible bronze artworks. 1) Please tell us your name, artistic practice of choice, and location in the world. My name is EikeRead More →

     Linus Galleries, Fine Art Gallery 2014 Artist Interview Series Alexander Churchill  Linus Galleries,  a fine art gallery based out of Los Angeles, presents The Artist Interview Series. This series is a new blog featuring Linus artists from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. The blog aims to be an enjoyable read, sharing insight into the artist’s creative process and workspace, as well as their view of the world around us. This week we feature Alexander Churchill and his striking paintings, some which were featured in our contemporary painting collections in the Haunting exhibition. 1) Please tell us your name, artistic practice of choice,Read More →

     Linus Galleries, Fine Art Gallery 2014 Artist Interview Series David Miller  Linus Galleries,  a fine art gallery based out of Los Angeles, presents The Artist Interview Series. This series is a new blog featuring Linus artists from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. The blog aims to be an enjoyable read, sharing insight into the artist’s creative process and workspace, as well as their view of the world around us. This week we feature David Miller and his artistic portrait photography 1) Please tell us your name, artistic practice of choice, and location in the world. My name is David Miller and IRead More →

   Linus Galleries, Painting Gallery LA 2014 Artist Interview Series Erik Kaye  Linus Galleries,  a fine art gallery based out of Los Angeles, presents our sixth interview. The Artist Interview Series is a new blog featuring Linus artists from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. The blog aims to be an enjoyable read, sharing insight into the artist’s creative process and workspace, as well as their view of the world around us. This week we feature Erik Kaye and his watercolor fine art paintings. 1) Please tell us your name, artistic practice of choice, and location in the world. I am Erik Kaye. IRead More →

Los Angeles photographers

2014 Artist Interview Series Doug Sandelin Linus Galleries, a fine art, media art, and art collector gallery, presents our seventh interview. The Artist Interview Series is a new blog featuring Linus artists from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. The blog aims to be an enjoyable read, sharing insight into the artist’s creative process and workspace, as well as their view of the world around us. This week we feature Doug Sandelin and his lively, incredible layered portraits.  1) Please tell us your name, artistic practice of choice, and location in the world.  I’m Doug Sandelin, I live in Livermore, CA near San Fransico andRead More →

   Linus Galleries, Painting Gallery LA 2014 Artist Interview Series Artemis Herber  Linus Galleries,  a fine art, media art, and painting gallery LA, presents our sixth interview. The Artist Interview Series is a new blog featuring Linus artists from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. The blog aims to be an enjoyable read, sharing insight into the artist’s creative process and workspace, as well as their view of the world around us. This week we feature Artemis Herber and the artful interpretations of her environment. 1) Please tell us your name, artistic practice of choice, and location in the world. My name is ArtemisRead More →

california fine art

       Linus Galleries, Los Angeles Art Shows 2014 Artist Interview Series Peter Goodhall  Linus Gallery, representing california fine art and international artists, presents our fifth interview. The Artist Interview Series is a new blog featuring Linus artists from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. The blog aims to be an enjoyable read, sharing insight into the artist’s creative process and workspace, as well as their view of the world around us. This week we feature water-loving, skilled painter Peter Goodhall. 1) Please tell us your name, artistic practice of choice, and location in the world. I’m Peter Goodhall, a fine arts graduate from DevonRead More →

       Linus Galleries, Los Angeles Art Shows 2014 Artist Interview Series Elizabeth Shelly + Ryan Hermann of ras+e  Linus Gallery, a contemporary California art gallery, presents our fourth interview. The Artist Interview Series is a new blog featuring Linus artists from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. The blog aims to be an enjoyable read, sharing insight into the artist’s creative process and workspace, as well as their view of the world around us. This week we feature design duo ras+e, a collaborative of artists Elizabeth Shelly and Ryan Hermann. 1) Please tell us your name, artistic practice of choice, and location in theRead More →

los angeles contemporary gallery

 Linus Galleries, Los Angeles Art Shows 2014 Artist Interview Series Amelia Blair Langford  Linus Gallery, representing Los Angeles Contemporary Art as well as International art and artists, presents our third interview. The Artist Interview Series is a new blog featuring Linus artists from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. The blog aims to be an enjoyable read, sharing insight into the artist’s creative process and workspace, as well as their view of the world around us. This week we feature talented illustrator Amelia Langford and her thoughts on drawing, the natural world, and the extreme detail of both. 1) Please tell us your name,Read More →

Los Angeles art shows Lorraine Bubar

     Linus Galleries, Los Angeles Art Shows 2014 Artist Interview Series Lorraine Bubar Linus Gallery of Los Angeles  presents our second interview! The Artist Interview Series is a new blog  featuring contemporary Linus artists from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. The blog aims to be an enjoyable read, sharing insight into the artist’s creative process and workspace, as well as their view of the world around us. This week we feature Lorraine Bubar, whose process of papercut artworks we find truly fascinating and unique. 1) Please tell us your name, artistic practice of choice, and location in the world.  I am LorraineRead More →

     Linus Galleries, Los Angeles Contemporary Gallery 2014 Artist Interview Series Dan Pyle Linus Gallery Artist Interview Series is a new blog  featuring Linus artists from a variety of different practices and backgrounds. The blog aims to be an enjoyable read, sharing insight into the artist’s creative process and workspace, as well as their view of the world around us! 1) Please tell us your name, artistic practice of choice, and location in the world.  I am Dan Pyle.  I live in West Hollywood, California. I work exclusively in charcoal, in a photo realistic style.   2) This is a hard choice for manyRead More →

artist portrait

Silent Communication Art Show Artist Portraits Los Angeles fine art photographer, Linnea Lenkus, uses her curatorial expertise to bring together a diverse collection of artists to show at our contemporary art gallery. Her selection of artists is narrowed down to artwork that pushes boundaries and leaves a lasting impression. As our last 2013 art show, Lenkus presented “Silent Communication”. As part of the artists participation, they were also photographed by Lenkus in a one-on-one portrait photography session. These artist portraits are a continuation to her Artist Portrait Series, a project in the making for future presentation at Linus. Lenkus specializes in fine art photography forRead More →

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Art Gallery Silent Communication Artist Portraits   Photographed by Linnea Lenkus, photography and mixed media artist Bill Hornaday, wowed with his artwork accepted for “Silent Communication”. His fine art photography Aqua Terra 20, colorfully lit up the collection at our contemporary art gallery. This piece plays with elements of light, color, and reflection in order to fully grasp the beauty found in nature. As you stare into his photograph, it is possible to get lost in the ripples of color as they transform from real objects to abstract figures. In conjunction with our recent live art show, Los Angeles fine art photographer and curator at Linus Galleries,Read More →

art show

Art Show Silent Communication Artist Portraits   Other than being curator at Linus Galleries, Linnea Lenkus is a highly experienced fine art photographer with two portrait studio locations in Long Beach and Pasadena. As a way to interact at a more personal level with our artists, Lenkus has portrait photography sessions in which they can be themselves in front of the camera. The art shows at our contemporary art gallery are meant to encourage local and international artists by being part of a well-rounded collection of artists and artwork. For our last art show of 2013, “Silent Communication”, Lenkus once again selected another powerful groupRead More →

artist portrait

Silent Communication Artist Portraits   Watercolor artist, Tina Dille, was selected to be part of our most recent art show “Silent Communication”. During the opening reception at our contemporary art gallery, she intrigued viewers with a live art demonstration. In addition to participating in the show, Dille had an artist portrait photography session with Linnea Lenkus. The spontaneity of her watercolor technique results in colorful layered renditions of what she most enjoys as a subject, animals. Her watercolor entitled Geo Colt, demonstrates her unique process; although contained within the outline of a horse’s head, the fluidity of the medium is seen throughout, creating a mosaic-like appearance.Read More →

portrait photography

Silent Communication Artist Portrait Photography   Being a writer and photographer gives Peter Maeck the advantage of understanding the power of telling a story, either through elaborate wording or a photograph. For his artist portrait photography session with Lenkus, his portraits truly reflect the artistic individual he is. For our “Silent Communication” art show, his photograph Woman On A Bus, shows a woman in a public bus resting her chin on her palm as she stares out the window. Although we aren’t sure about what she’s staring at, Maeck captured her right at the moment when her sight is directed towards the camera. As the lightRead More →

art exhibition

Art Exhibition Silent Communication Portraits   As a Los Angeles fine art photographer, Linnea Lenkus understands the importance of letting one’s individuality naturally show in a portrait. Her Artist Portrait Series entails taking portraits of some of the artists who participate in our art exhibitions. Lenkus’ curatorial expertise at Linus Galleries allows her to encourage them to feel comfortable, after all, they’ve worked together throughout the organization of the art exhibition. Lenkus owns two portrait studios, in Long Beach and Pasadena, where she specializes in creating a wide range of photography for all. Miki Saito was one of the artists selected to be a partRead More →

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Art Gallery Silent Communication Artists   Larry Reinhart was one of the incredible artists who participated in our last 2013 art gallery show “Silent Communication”. His interest in how nature speaks to us is reflected in his oil painting The Majestic Beast. He emphasizes the size of an elephant, an already monumental animal, by rendering it much more larger than what it really is. Its displacement of no longer being in its natural habitat creates a tense chaotic environment. For this reason there is an uncertainty, as immense as the elephant, of what may come about from this human and animal interference. Los Angeles fineRead More →

Silent Communication Artist Portrait Photography Stanislav Groz had the pleasure to work with Lenkus in a one on one portrait photography session for her Artist Portrait Series. For “Silent Communication”, the artist submitted oil paintings depicting overly expressive subjects. His artwork In My Opinion, is about an individual who although does not partake in anything, he seems to always have an opinion that needs to be shared. As his expressive eyes critically stare off, we can’t help but wonder what it is that he’s about to comment on. The blotchy composition of the figure contrasts beautifully against the black background, almost as though a light is shining right aboveRead More →

Art Exhibit Silent Communication Portraits Curator at Linus Galleries and fine art photographer, Linnea Lenkus strives to promote local and international artists through art exhibits at our contemporary art gallery. As a way to encourage and support our artists, she has set out to continue her Artist Portrait Series. Through photographs, Lenkus shows a side of the artists that is not seen in their art. As a photographer she understands the importance of creating a comfortable ambiance for the subject to be themselves. In addition to Linus Galleries, Lenkus owns two portrait studios, where she specializes in creating photography for people throughout all stages ofRead More →

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Art Exhibit Silent Communication Artist Portraits As for previous art exhibits, curator at Linus Galleries, Linnea Lenkus, continues to photograph participating artists for her Artist Portrait Series. Through these portraits the artist feels more comfortable to engage in a relationship, not only with the curator but with the gallery as well. Artists are encouraged to put themselves out in the public eye more often and to rely on our gallery as a resource for support in their artistic endeavors. In addition to being curator, Lenkus is a highly experienced Los Angeles fine art photographer whose photography ranges from various stages in people’s lives. Her twoRead More →

artist portrait

Silent Communication Artist Portraits   We at Linus Galleries value the way an artist expresses themselves about their artwork. It gives us an idea of what their process is and what they’d like to accomplish as an artist. Fine art photographer and curator here at Linus, Linnea Lenkus, kept this in mind as she selected participants of our “Silent Communication” art show for her Artist Portrait Series. By encouraging them to show their personality in front of the camera, the final artist portrait is meant to compliment their artist statement. With two portrait studio locations, Lenkus also specializes in creating fine art photography that capturesRead More →

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 Art Show Silent Communication Artist Portraits For our curator at Linus Galleries, Linnea Lenkus, it is beneficial to create a comfortable relationship with artist participants of our art shows. As a fine art photographer, this was truly a plus for her in order to get artists to be themselves in front of the camera. As part of her Artist Portrait Series, Lenkus selected artists who participated in our most recent live art show, “Silent Communication”. Other than Linus Galleries, Lenkus has two portrait studios where she specializes in capturing moments throughout all stages of life. Artist Silvia Wagensberg understood the purpose of Lenkus’ Artist Portrait Series,Read More →

Art Show Silent Communication Portraits Participant of our most recent art show, artist Gabriella Sanchez was selected by Lenkus to also be a part of her Artist Portrait Series. For the “Silent Communication” art exhibit, Sanchez submitted her contemporary photography, revolving around human nature and the role of women in society. Displayed at our Pasadena art gallery, her photograph Staged, shows three representational images of a woman’s lips. The vibrant red mouth goes from being a symbol of sensuality to a more physical state, a stage for which a miniature chair is placed on. The chair represents a symbol of domestic life and the red lips allude toRead More →

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Art Gallery Silent Communication Portraits For our last 2013 art gallery show, “Silent Communication”, Liza Epps was one of the various artists chosen to present work at our Pasadena contemporary art gallery. Her oil painting Nagao, is part of her painting series depicting kitchen scenes. Driven by satisfaction, it is possible we often overlook those who make it possible to satisfy our food consumption. By portraying the chefs at a sushi bar, with the sushi no where to be seen, the audience has no other choice but to look past the array of food and instead, at those who patiently anticipate a crowd of hungry customers.Read More →

Silent Communication Artist Portraits As one of the selected artists for the show, Doug Lawler, presented beautiful pieces done by dry point printmaking and painted with his fingers. Through his methods, Lawler accomplishes renditions enhanced by bursts of color and attention to detail. The incredible artwork, Storm with Dog implies the chaotic movement of a storm while a dog attempts to stay grounded and safe. Painting this piece with his fingers, only enhances how incredible the intensity of color and depth. “The ongoing theme of my work is “connections”, from beasts and their shadows to nature and it’s passionate beauty. In my detailed depictions, I strive to captureRead More →

Los Angeles art gallery director's choice

We love the videos from our art shows here at Linus Galleries. The art show video is a way for all of us to remember the fantastic night and all of the incredible artists and artwork that made the show so wonderful. We are always overjoyed with the amount of artists near and far that are able to attend the opening receptions. With the help of our videographer we conduct interviews and feature all of the artwork along with the live demo and musical performance so artists all over the world can share with friends, family and interested collectors. A big thank you again toRead More →

Art Exhibition Silent Communication Portraits Kevork Cholakian had the opportunity to be photographed by Linus Galleries curator Linnea Lenkus as part of her Artist Portrait Series for the current art exhibition, Silent Communication in our Pasadena art gallery. For the “Silent Communication” art show, Cholakian displayed his piece Self Portrait, which was also chosen as the curator’s choice for the exhibit. Here Cholakian has painted himself with bright light beaming across his face creating a dramatic shadow behind him. With a pear placed in front of him and two hands grasping onto the frame, one also holding a brush, the identity the artist most relates to isRead More →

Los Angeles art collectors

Through intriguing imagery, artistic expectations were met at our recent live art show, “Silent Communication”.  All of the participating artists contributed to making this another successful exhibition at our contemporary art gallery. We’d like to put the spotlight on one of these outstanding artists, Doug Lawler.   While living in Hawaii with surroundings that never failed to inspire him, Lawler embraced his initial interest in oil painting. He had several art shows and even received the privilege of having one of his paintings added to a collection at the Hawaii State Art Museum in Honolulu. In the 1960s, he made the San Francisco Bay area his home. Lawler hadRead More →

What an incredible turnout for the “Silent Communication” art show opening reception! Crowds of art enthusiasts gathered at our Pasadena contemporary art gallery to experience this powerful collection of artwork. Not only were the walls flowing with contemporary art that push the boundaries, leading our eyes from one artist to the next, but overall, the night was filled with bursts of artistic outlets that triggered our visual and auditory senses. This one of a kind show is comprised of a variation of local and international artists. Their artwork, rendered in diverse media, calls for a profound interpretation. Many of our participating artists were even presentRead More →

As curator at Linus Galleries and fine art photographer, Linnea Lenkus strongly values giving as much credit to the artists who make art shows, such as “Silent Communication”, possible. For her Artist Portrait Series, she shines the spotlight on the artist rather than their artwork through portrait photography. This way the viewer is able to get a feel of who the artist is. Her two portrait studio locations, Long Beach and Pasadena, give way to her continuous photographic practice. The purpose of the Artist Portrait Series is to one day have all portraits displayed in our Pasadena art gallery. Chris Burks was one of theRead More →

Continuing with her Artist Portrait Series, Linnea Lenkus, Los Angeles fine art photographer and curator at Linus Galleries, has selected artists from the “Silent Communication” art show to have portrait sessions with her. This quality time with them allows Lenkus to build a foundation in order for artists to know that our contemporary art gallery is not only a a venue to display art at, but rather a resource for future artistic endeavors. When not preoccupied with Linus Galleries’ shows, Lenkus devotes her time at her  two portrait studio locations, in Pasadena and Long Beach, making her more than qualified to properly capture artists throughRead More →

food truck, art gallery, art show, juried exhibitions

Along with our live art show “Silent Communication”, taste buds will be satisfied with the mouth-watering delights of gourmet food truck, Get Toasted. The passion and innovation found in this cuisine derives from culinary masterminds John Yuhico and Manuel Medina. The two began working together in May of 2010, Yuhico as a restaurant manager and Medina as a chef. About a year later, they collaborated to create a passionate idea into a tasty culture-clashing reality. Their contemporary dining reflects an upbringing that valued gathering around the dinner table. Yuhico and Medina believe that food is a unifying necessity that unfolds and enlivens conversations and stories. The foodRead More →

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Long Beach singer-songwriter Alyssandra Nighswonger, will have a live musical performance at our upcoming opening reception for the “Silent Communication” art show, so it only seems appropriate to get to know her a little better. Hailing from the beautiful beach city, Nighswonger’s musical style has been described as a fusion of Bjork’s eccentric style, the Violent Femme’s in-your-face attitude, and Billie Holiday’s rich soothing vocals. In her most recent project, Nighswonger was part of The Dovelles, winners of Long Beach’s 2012 BuskerFest. They released an album and also toured across the country. The Dovelles were featured on Marfa Public Radio and Daytrotter. In April 2012, before The Dovelles, NighswongerRead More →

Art Show

The upcoming art show Silent Communication promo cards are here!  Stephanie is our kick butt production girl. If you see a cool design or a poster from Linus, chances are she was behind it! She has created some really awesome cards to promote the October 4th art show in Pasadena so share them with everyone everywhere! We will keep adding more so check back often.    Read More →

Art Gallery

As a fine art photographer and curator at Linus Galleries, Linnea Lenkus understands the importance of getting the artist’s message for an art gallery across through her portraits. Specializing in creating fine art photography for all stages of lives, Linnea’s two portrait photography studios are located in Pasadena and Long Beach. Virga Siauciunaite, photographed by Linnea, was one of the artist participants in the “It’s Only Natural” art gallery exhibit. Her artworks Duet and Soaring Reality rely on the human body to convey emotion. With intense brush strokes, vibrant colors, and a focus on the human form, Siauciunaite’s paintings are invigorated with a composition fullRead More →

Linnea Lenkus, fine art photographer and curator at Linus Galleries, photographs artists in order to give viewers a well-rounded understanding of their artwork’s message. Specializing in creating fine art photography for people throughout all stages of their lives, Linnea’s dedication is embedded in every portrait she captures. Her two portrait photography studios are located in Pasadena and Long Beach. Rollence Patugan was one of the artists photographed by Linnea and a participant in the art exhibit “It’s Only Natural”. His artworks woMEN – Ben, woMEN – Corporal V, and woMEN – John, question the definition of masculinity and call attention to gender barriers. Patugan’s intriguingRead More →

Portrait photography is powerful enough to tell us so much about a person. For Linus Galleries’ “It’s Only Natural” art show, Paul Daniels centered his portraits Lebron James “The King” and Kobe Bryant “Mamba”, on athletes who are stripped of their fame and status; these men are no longer depicted as athlete-gods, instead as relatable mortals. What Daniels does to his subjects in paintings, curator at Linus Galleries Linnea Lenkus, does to artists with portrait photography. She strives to expose a side rarely seen, a side that enhances the reasoning behind their art. Los Angeles photographer, Linnea Lenkus, specializes in creating fine art portrait photographsRead More →

Sometime or another we all think about or question our own identity. Rachel Edwards explores identity with her artworks entitled Creation/Destruction and Blender, found in the “It’s Only Natural” art exhibit. These renditions put on view the many emotions entailed within a struggle to establish one’s identity and accept it. Taking into consideration this profound theme, fine art photographer Linnea Lenkus pairs the artist’s statement with sophisticated portraits of Edwards. Curator at Linus Galleries, Linnea Lenkus, strives to expose the mindset of artists that can further interpret their artistic message for an art exhibit. As a fine art photographer, her portrait fascination demonstrates how dedicatedRead More →

Linus Galleries holds traditional methods of artistry to high regard. Mido Lee’s artworks for the “It’s Only Natural” art show, Inferno, Slumber, and Purgatory, present traditional photography with a contemporary twist, further intensifying her art. For this reason it is important to have an understanding of what the artist’s message is. Fine art photographer, Linnea Lenkus, strives to bring about this message in her most recent artist portrait series to experience the full impact of the artwork. As curator at Linus Galleries, Linnea Lenkus builds a relationship with artists when making them her artist portrait subjects. Linnea Lenkus’ portrait photography studios, located in Pasadena andRead More →

For many artists expanding one’s creativity sometimes means experimenting through medium. For Linus Galleries’ “It’s Only Natural” art exhibit, artist Launa D. Romoff focuses on the ever-so-engaging ‘nude’ as her subject matter in her artworks #418 Hiding In Plain Sight and #419 Newspaper Fragments. In this series of artist portraits, Linus Galleries curator Linnea Lenkus photographs Romoff and enlivens the artist’s statement about the thought process behind her art. Specializing in fine art portrait photography, Linnea Lenkus’ portrait photography studios are located in Pasadena and Long Beach. Linnea’s fine art photography stays true to portraying the subject in a memorable state of being. Watch aRead More →

We, at Linus Art Galleries, value an artist’s ability to visually and aesthetically interpret their thoughts to viewers at an art gallery. Jana Charl does this through her paintings Vessel Triptych I and Red Vessel Grid for the “It’s Only Natural” art gallery show. Through simplified forms, Charl captures the essence of the female body and brings about the many perceptions it encompasses. Linus Galleries’ own curator, Linnea Lenkus, had the opportunity to photograph the artist and put a face to the artwork submitted. Linnea’s portrait photography studios are located in Pasadena and Long Beach. Specializing in creating fine art photography for people throughout theirRead More →

Linus Galleries embraces creative renditions deriving from the minds of inspiring artists. One of these being Doug Sandelin, whose artwork was part of the art show “It’s Only Natural”. Raised with strong conservative values, Sandelin decided to break away and unleash an innate desire to creatively express himself. Taking inspiration from the San Francisco Pride Parade, his two artworks Pride 1 and Folsom 2, expose the beauty found within male liberation. Sandelin’s vibrant paintings show a colorful demeanor as do his artist portraits taken by fine art photographer Linnea Lenkus. With an admiration for photography originating since childhood, Los Angeles portrait photographer Linnea Lenkus specializesRead More →

With its intriguing collection of artwork, “It’s Only Natural,” brought in an incredible amount of art enthusiasts.  The outcome has been one of the best yet for us at Linus Galleries and resulted in a great amount of attention.   Our participating artists came in eager to display their artwork and were accompanied by a rocking musical performance from Kids Without Instruments and a interactive live painting demonstration from artist Annie Terazzo.  The turn out and immense  talent  showcased at our event was very exciting for everyone involved. “It’s Only Natural’s,” success reinforced  what we are doing and the importance of art in provoking thought and bringing people together.   Watch a video of this art exhibit here.Read More →

Los Angeles photographers

Linus Galleries was proud to present the “It’s Only Natural” art show. With a variation of artists participating in this art exhibit, Linnea Lenkus, curator at Linus Galleries, felt it was important to have an understanding of their artist message and the full impact of the show itself.  For this reason, in her most recent artist portrait series she included Kids Without Instruments, the band that performed the night of the art show. Los Angeles fine art photographer, Linnea Lenkus connects with her subjects from behind the lens when making them part of her fine art photography passion. Linnea Lenkus’ portrait photography studios, located inRead More →

Los Angeles fine art photographer and curator at Linus Galleries, Linnea Lenkus’ artist portraits strive to provide a further understanding of the artist’s message in addition to their statements for an art gallery. Linnea’s fine art photography, for people throughout all stages of their lives, takes place in her two portrait photography studios located in Pasadena and Long Beach. One of these artists portraits by Linnea, was of Annie Terrazzo. For the “It’s Only Natural” art show, Terrazzo included her mixed media artworks Smirnoff…Smear It All Off and Fish Kiss. Both portraits are made with found paper resulting in visually appealing compositions. Watch a video of thisRead More →

The Linus Galleries art show, It’s Only Natural, was a giant success for the gallery and all of the many wonderful artists involved! The night was complete with a jammed packed house, live DJ and musical performances from The Kids Without Instruments and an interactive painting demonstration from newspaper artist Annie Terrazzo. Several out of town artists flew in to be there along with our local artists. We enjoyed meeting all of the new art enthusiasts and collectors as well as those who continually support our gallery. All of the artwork was exceptional for this art show and we were extraordinarily proud to hang each and every masterpiece in ourRead More →

Light and darkness are natural parts of the world.  They are, in and of themselves, a beautiful element.  For this call for entries, we want artwork that literally interprets the elements of light and darkness.  We’re looking for artwork that gives us the pure aesthetic value of what light and darkness are or do. Represent light alone, or darkness or both together.  Just remember, bring your individual, fresh take to the subject of light and dark.     This show is closed. Please visit our call for entries page for a list of our current exhibitions. Do you want more information about our Southern CaliforniaRead More →

We have more exhibition promo cards to help spread the word about our next Pasadena Art Gallery Show It’s Only Natural. You can post, share, email Tweet, Google and Facebook the heck out of these cards! Live art demonstration by artist Annie Terrazzo and live Musical Performance by Kids Without Instruments. It is free to attend, all artwork is for sale and as always we will have wine and bites! Art show is from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM at the Pasadena art gallery located at 545 S. Raymond Ave. in Pasadena. Click Here for more details and repost the page at: http://linusgallery.com/upcoming-art-exhibitions/. Be sure to join the eventRead More →

Please share this promo card with  friends, family, art and music lovers! This is going to be an extraordinary Los Angeles art show! We will have a live musical performance from Kids Without Instruments and a live painting demonstration from Los Angeles based trash portraiture artist, Annie Terrazzo.  Free admission and complimentary bites and drinks! Please go Here for additional ” It’s Only Natural” show information. To see the artwork form our live show please go Here Linus Galleries Presents It’s Only Natural    Read More →

Mood can be interpreted and depicted in a vast amount of ways. For this art exhibition, we want art that interprets an atmosphere. Mood can be depicted any way, from abstract to pictorial. Whatever you choose, make sure you give it your own fresh perspective and that you make us feel it! This show is closed. Please visit our call for entries page for a list of our current exhibitions. Do you want more information about our Southern California art galleries? Visit our main gallery website and find out how you can join the Linus gallery artist team!Read More →

Linus Galleries is a fine art gallery that features upcoming artists. Artist Nikki Nye is a must see talented artist. Nye has wowed us with her large scale paper sculpture called Wolf at Sheep in our live show It’s Only Natural.   To view more of her artwork go HERE.  Read More →

The mind is truly a mysterious thing. Science is constantly baffled by the intricacies of the brain that allow it to create our mind—our personality. The mind can often create problems of its own, when we feel overflows of emotion and unnamed states of being. This show is closed. Please visit our call for entries page for a list of our current exhibitions.Read More →

We posted two amazing shows at once, Body Image and Duality. To view our other great show, Duality  please go to our online art gallery HERE. The artwork from our Body Image and Duality online gallery art shows are currently being judged for a live gallery show in July 2013. The body is a compelling muse when it comes to creative works. For this call for entries, we want works that examine, dismantle, critique, or exalt the body.  Feel free to explore curves, angles, and the internal workings of the human body.  Make sure to bring your fresh perspective to this simple, yet intricate theme.   Click HERE toRead More →

We are posting our new art shows, Duality and Body Image at the same time. To see our online art exhibit Body Image click HERE. The Duality and Body Image online art exhibits are both in the process of  being judged again to create a final collection that will be presented July 2013 in a live gallery show. Opposites are laws of the universe.  Good and evil, love and hate, night and day, heaven and earth.  Opposites are forces that complement each other; there can’t be one without the other.  For this call for entries, we’re looking for artwork with your unique interpretation of duality.  This theme is open to asRead More →

Our Women online art exhibit was recently posted so it would only be fair to have a men exhibit too. The Men and Women online art gallery exhibits are both in the process of  being judged again to create a final collection that will be presented in a live gallery show in July 2013. There’s a reason why men are the subjects of many classic paintings and sculptures.  For this online art gallery exhibition, Linus Galleries asked for artwork that centered on the “masculine” sex.  Like the Women call for entries, we asked artists to not only submit classic representations of the male figure, but alsoRead More →

This online art exhibition is one of the several themes that will be judged again to create a final collection that will be presented in a live gallery show in July 2013. For this online art show we asked artists to submit artwork that centers on the “fairer” sex,  inviting them to break, enforce, and comment on roles, boundaries, and expectations with this hot-topic theme. We were very pleased with the amount of submissions that we had for this online art exhibition and intrigued by the overwhelming amount of fresh perspectives.     Click the image for a larger version! Click HERE to visit the online exhibition! Do youRead More →