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Group Exhibition curated by Mike Stilkey @LBP 10/8, by johnsonerica on Sept 25, 2011 1:54:32 GMT 1, 
ʻThe Future Is Not What It Used To Beʼ
A group exhibition curated by Mike Stilkey
LBP :: Culver City
October 8th โ November 10th 2011
Artist reception: Saturday, October 8th, 6-9pm
Los Angeles, CA โ LeBasse Projects is proud to announce, ʻThe Future Is Not What It Used To Be,ʼ a group exhibition curated by Mike Stilkey. Stilkey is one of the represented artists at LeBasse Projects and this exhibition is his first curatorial effort.
The title of the show was inspired by a quote from the French poet Paul Valery, โThe trouble with our times is that the future is not what it used to be.โ This idea resonated with Stilkey because the future seems to show as much promise as when we were young.
Stilkey suggests: โOur vision of the future is that society will evolve and progress and our situation will improve. As you get older you realize that these things often do not turn out the way you expected. I think this is especially relevant at this time, with global concerns and anxiety around climate change, economic and financial crises, environmental destruction, etc. When I was a kid, I thought that in 30 years Iโd be flying around in a Jetsonโs car, not worrying about global warming and widespread extinction of species.โ
Artists invited to participate include: Kelsey Brookes, Brian Dettmer, Katrin Fridriks, Jim Houser, Dave Kinsey, Ryan McLennan, Cleon Peterson, Dena Shuckit, Aaron Smith, Tara Tucker and Mike Stilkey. Artists were selected because of the nature of their work and how it resonated with Stilkeyʼs own vision of the future. While the theme of the show is based on the poetic title, Stilkey has left artists open to interpreting the ideas entirely at their own direction.
About LeBasse Projects
LeBasse Projects is a contemporary art gallery committed to showcasing the talents of a select group of international artists. Since opening its doors in Los Angelesโ Culver City Arts District in 2007, LeBasse highlights emerging talent and is focused on developing the careers of a select group including Yoskay Yamamoto, Mike Stilkey, Herakut, Nate Frizzell, Andrew Hem, Melissa Haslam, Alexandros Vasmoulakis, Joshua Petker, Thomas Doyle, Morgan Slade and more.
For additional press inquiries please contact:
Beau Basse, gallery director: beau@lebasseprojects.com or 310.558.0200
LBP Culver City: 6023 Washington Blvd. Culver City, CA 90232
LBP Chinatown: 932 Chung King Rd., Los Angeles CA, 90022
LeBasseProjects.com | 310.558.0200
Hours: Wednesday to Saturday 12-6p
ʻThe Future Is Not What It Used To Beʼ
A group exhibition curated by Mike Stilkey
LBP :: Culver City
October 8th โ November 10th 2011
Artist reception: Saturday, October 8th, 6-9pmLos Angeles, CA โ LeBasse Projects is proud to announce, ʻThe Future Is Not What It Used To Be,ʼ a group exhibition curated by Mike Stilkey. Stilkey is one of the represented artists at LeBasse Projects and this exhibition is his first curatorial effort. The title of the show was inspired by a quote from the French poet Paul Valery, โThe trouble with our times is that the future is not what it used to be.โ This idea resonated with Stilkey because the future seems to show as much promise as when we were young. Stilkey suggests: โOur vision of the future is that society will evolve and progress and our situation will improve. As you get older you realize that these things often do not turn out the way you expected. I think this is especially relevant at this time, with global concerns and anxiety around climate change, economic and financial crises, environmental destruction, etc. When I was a kid, I thought that in 30 years Iโd be flying around in a Jetsonโs car, not worrying about global warming and widespread extinction of species.โ Artists invited to participate include: Kelsey Brookes, Brian Dettmer, Katrin Fridriks, Jim Houser, Dave Kinsey, Ryan McLennan, Cleon Peterson, Dena Shuckit, Aaron Smith, Tara Tucker and Mike Stilkey. Artists were selected because of the nature of their work and how it resonated with Stilkeyʼs own vision of the future. While the theme of the show is based on the poetic title, Stilkey has left artists open to interpreting the ideas entirely at their own direction.
About LeBasse ProjectsLeBasse Projects is a contemporary art gallery committed to showcasing the talents of a select group of international artists. Since opening its doors in Los Angelesโ Culver City Arts District in 2007, LeBasse highlights emerging talent and is focused on developing the careers of a select group including Yoskay Yamamoto, Mike Stilkey, Herakut, Nate Frizzell, Andrew Hem, Melissa Haslam, Alexandros Vasmoulakis, Joshua Petker, Thomas Doyle, Morgan Slade and more. For additional press inquiries please contact:Beau Basse, gallery director: beau@lebasseprojects.com or 310.558.0200 LBP Culver City: 6023 Washington Blvd. Culver City, CA 90232 LBP Chinatown: 932 Chung King Rd., Los Angeles CA, 90022 LeBasseProjects.com | 310.558.0200 Hours: Wednesday to Saturday 12-6p |
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Group Exhibition curated by Mike Stilkey @LBP 10/8, by johnsonerica on Oct 13, 2011 20:16:44 GMT 1, Here are some photos from last weekends opening:
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