Wednesday, June 13, 2012

The winds were taken out of my sails when I heard the news that the Belmont Stakes would not be the same as imagined due to the injury of now retired horse, "I'll Have Another". At least this horse can retire as a champ!

James Franco- Rebel

The past weekend still was packed full. First, it started with the not so well received James Franco 'Rebel' exhibit at Antique dealer JF Chen's space which was sponsored by Gucci + 7 For All Mankind put on by MOCA. Not being familiar with Franco's other visual art work, this initial introduction was a shock + way off from what I expected as a visual interpretation stemming from James Dean and one of my favorite movies, 'Rebel without a Cause'. That said, the exhibit grew on me as I wandered through the re-creation of the bungalows of famed Chateau Marmont. (I also relished the parts I loved + ignored the parts I didn't- I recommend this when viewing any type of art).

First thing you see as you walk into the space

 One of the MANY provocative video montage's which comprise the exhibition (so much so I was reminiscent of watching TV at home on my flat panel....)

To me, any new exhibition is worth a look. And if the art doesn't 'move' an individual in one way or another, I think it misses the mark. But, if one finds themselves indifferent to a piece there is something to be said for that. The only conversation I've had with someone who has seen the work said an art critic told them they had one word to describe these installations for 'Rebel'- adolescent.


Spaces between the bungalows with a Hollywood sign upside down + backwords

James Franco in drag

My favorite part. The pool symbolizing James Dean and his motorcycle with a falling car from the sky which disappears into the ground on the video installation. To add to this experience, which I found absolutely joyful, a guy was lounging on a lounge chair off to the side simply reading a David Sedaris book;

Last, though much could be said about this particular exhibition offended by it or not, it generates discussion. Even if the exhibit lacks maturity, I believe the art world doesn't always have to be the one snubbing- sometimes the art snubs at the artworld. I reserve my opinions to see for yourself without recommendation.

After some online browsing of Etsy.com I decided to do some physical shopping, taking advantage of those Father's Day Sales! Coming up JUNE 17th!!!

Then, with the spirit of shopping mode, I took myself to Pasadena to check out the Swap Meet. Had my hands on a few overpriced items + more reasonable priced items. Still, I left with nothing and had a great time!

Hanging out with new acquaintances for dinner + new so-so french film topped off the weekend!

Surprisingly, a particular campy moment in the movie 'Nobody Else But You'. Let's just say a dairy moment without giving to much away.