Spring into Summer May 30, 2009

The newly created Gallery 800, representing IATSE Local 800 Art Directors Guild & Scenic, Title and Graphic Artists (ADG), announces its 2009 schedule of art exhibit shows. Located at 5108 Lankershim Blvd, North Hollywood, in the heart of the famed NoHo Arts District, the gallery showcases guild members’ personal art in a series of shows throughout the year, culminating in its annual exhibition, Art Unites.

Spring into Summer, the second in the series, opens with a reception on Saturday, May 30, from 6:00 to 11:00 pm, featuring live music and refreshments. The exhibit will feature pieces with a fresh spring/summer look and feel, such as seascapes, landscapes, deserts, mountains and woods. Spring into Summer will run until August 2. Over 60 artists from all crafts within Local 800 will participate in this exhibition.

Representing Gallery 800 are Curator Denis Olsen, who is an ADG Board Member, and ADG’s Special Projects Coordinator, Nicki LaRosa. Gallery 800’s mission is to promote the works of these talented entertainment industry professionals, on a personal level. Gallery 800 hours are Thursday through Saturday 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm and Sunday 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm. Artwork is available for sale in the gift shop. For more information, please visit the website at www.adg.org.

The Art Directors Guild & Scenic, Title and Graphic Artists (Local 800 of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, IATSE) represents nearly 2,000 members who work throughout the United States, Canada and the rest of the world in film, television and theater as Production Designers, Art Directors, and Assistant Art Directors; Scenic, Title and Graphic Artists; Illustrators and Matte Artists; and Set Designers and Model Makers. Established in 1937, ADG’s ongoing activities include a Film Society; an annual Awards Banquet, a creative/technology community (5D: The Immersive Design Conference) and Membership Directory; a bimonthly craft magazine (Perspective); and extensive technology-training programs, creative workshops and craft and art exhibitions. The Guild’s Online Directory/Website Resource is at www.adg.org.
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