No way….art galleries in Alhambra
I know there are a few art galleries in Alhambra, but I just wind of a few more. Could Alhambra be becoming the next hip artist spot? Will gentrification rear its ugly ahead in the SGV? Honestly, I think Alhambra is big enough that it could take it and still retain its ethnic charms. From http://www.yolandagonzalez.com/homepages/events.html
2008
(New Location)
800 South Palm Ave., #1 Alhambra Ca 91803
"Viva la RA-ZA"
Lalo Alcaraz, Barbara Carrasco,Magda De Jose,
Carol Es,Linda Gamboa, Emilia Garcia,
Yolanda Gonzalez, Willy Loya,Poli Marichal,
Herbert Siguenza, Gina Stepaniuk,Joey Terril,Linda Vallejo
Y Mas
Sunday, September 14 to Sunday, October 5
Opening Reception, Sunday , September 14, 2 to 6 p.m.
After Sept 14 By Appointment
THE CHAIR SHOW
821 S. Raymond Ave., #27
Alhambra, CA 91803
(3 blocks east of Fremont,Corner of Mission Road and Raymond )
Sunday, September 14 to Sunday, October 5
Opening Reception, Sunday ,September 14, 2 to 6 p.m.
I found out about this via an enewsletter I get from the artist Carol Es whose work I dig.
**** UPDATE *****
I moseyed on down to this and it was a great show. I was impressed by the art at both galleries and the abundance of food and drink. The vibe was very laid-back, cool, but in an SGV-way, not pretentious. People were nicely, artistically dressed. I’d say the age range was late 30something and up with a majority being Latino. Not too many young hipsters milling about. The galleries are in an industrial park of sorts, alongside clothing and computer manufacturers, and a Mexican restaurant. I was really surprised that Alhambra had this semblance of an artistic community and was really happy to not have to drive past downtown to get a dose of art. You could say it was Bergamot Station-light, very light, with two galleries within walking distance of each other. A jazz band entertained at Howeeduzzit while patrons sat on the grass and enjoyed them. The weather was beautiful. Yay Alhambra!
i hope not. i live in the SGV to get away from the silverlake/echo park slime. I like Alhambra’s small town charm, we don’t need another sunset blvd.
Comment by iluvhatemail — September 3, 2008 @ 4:08 pm
Silverlake/Echo park slime? Them’s fighting words. I think a little more art community in Alhambra would be cool. I’m actually surprised more hipsters don’t live out here. Alhambra’s really close to downtown and the freeways. Food is great, abundant, and cheap out here and so is parking. Alhambra is a very large town and most likely could not get overrun by hipsters. Oh yah, foot massages are only $15 out here. Perhaps there is already an artist neighborhood out here as the above listings are near each other. Alhambra also has Nucleus Gallery and a handful of theater companies.
Comment by UnHip LA — September 7, 2008 @ 9:24 pm
Thanks for the positive review..I have lived in Alhambra for the past 20 years or so… Between travels throughout the world.. with my works of Art.. A tid bit of info about
Alhambra.. Alhambra was a Artist neighborhood.. Several of the homes where built to accommodate artists…Norman Rockwell being one of them. Thanks You for all the great feedback we have received..Yolanda Gonzalez
MA ART SPACE
Comment by Yolanda Gonzalez — September 23, 2008 @ 5:37 pm
Thanks for the comment and visit Yolanda! That’s right, I have read that Norman Rockwell tidbit in Alhambra’s town newspaper. It’s very cool that you’re continuing the line of Alhambra-based artists. I liked your paintings. Do you where these artist houses are in Alhambra?
Comment by UnHip LA — September 24, 2008 @ 2:46 am
As soon as I figure out where these homes with a Art studio I will let you know.
We are preparing for our Holiday Event .. We’ll keep you posted.. Best and Peace
Yolanda
Comment by Yolanda Gonzalez — October 17, 2008 @ 2:13 am
By the way did you see the Carol Es Exhibition in Culver City.. It’s fabulous..
Yolanda
Comment by Yolanda Gonzalez — October 17, 2008 @ 2:14 am
Nope, I have not seen Carol Es’s show, gotta do that. Thx for the message.
Comment by UnHip LA — October 17, 2008 @ 5:01 am
i was at the show for MA Art Space & had the best time! Art around every corner; celebs if you kept your eyes open. All very chillax. Keep up the fabulous and inspiring work, Yolanda!
Comment by kip kimmel — November 15, 2008 @ 8:18 am