We've been going to this event since its inception and it's been getting better and better every…read moreyear. There's so much to experience. Many businesses open their doors for a rare peek inside their unique spaces; the art can be extraordinary (I.e. live glass blowing and live paintings); there's good food , music and entertainment; some venues raise many for good causes (i.e. children's hospital); they've added an augmented reality option to see large outdoor murals animate on your phone; and it's a festive atmosphere that builds community. You don't need to appreciate the art to have a good time. Just take a stroll and take it all in. Plus they have free shuttles. What's not to like? Go!

Such a fun event ! It is bigger than I initially realized so wear comfortable walking shoes, The…read moremap with the stops was insightful. Multiple stages with live music and tons of food vendors. Most of the local businesses participate. The event admission is free and most of the art for sale is affordable. I'll definitely go back next year !

There is just always a Feel GOOD energy in THIS center…read more It is a treat each time I can get to visit and breathe in the vibe of Art. The annual raffles Are Generous. They are Exciting and Fun. Even to just stop by and walk inside the doors IS Cleansing. So Healing. I Am Thankful.

Loved this Art Museum! Perfect place for great artist exhibitions. We highly recommend!!read more

I think this is my favorite art gallery of all time, and it's gate kept for a good reason. The…read moreliteral entrance is modeled after ancient Chinese palace gates, how's that for gate keeping? Anyway, for those not in the know, Chen Art Gallery is tucked away in the Sunrider office building. You have to call to make an appointment and parking is free on the street. But it's all free so book away! Anyway, once you're in, there's a heavy emphasis on no phones or photography, and you'll discover why once you step foot inside. Holly was an amazing tour guide and knows her Chinese history really well, better than most of us probably. Anyway, where to even start? There's 15 rooms of artifacts from all dynasties of China, as young as Qing dynasty up to the 19th century to as old as 3000BC. And you'll be seeing things from authentic thrones to lavish silk embroideries to beautiful jade to sculptures to ceramics to gold, gold and more gold. Everything is carefully curated and honestly, if photos got out, big museums might hound them to borrow their exhibits hah! Anyway, you will be blown away by the sheer proportion of this lowkey museum/art gallery and by the sheer quantity AND quality of everything in here. This is a must visit and I'm very lucky to live so close by cause I hope to visit again in the future. Props to Dr. Chen for having such good taste and literally paying for all of this!

What a hidden gem. There is so much to see and learn. Holly is so knowledgeable and friendly.read more

ESMoA is an experimental museum that embrace visitors, partners, and featured artists to contribute…read moreto the interpretation and creation of art. This place hosts periodically just draw sessions, complimentary to public with general free admission to the museum.

Came here for a date with my wife after we left the kids with the grandparents. It is a nice…read moreintimate art gallery. We liked how they structured the gallery to focus on enjoying and feeling the art as opposed to reading a bunch of texts. They had some really cool pieces in there and some great programing that interested us to come back and try. Would recommend this for anyone who enjoys the arts:

Free admission for all with a suggested donation of $5, a small neighborhood museum with rotating…read moreexhibits that reflect current events.

I would call this a hidden gem in Torrance. I had heard about it, but finally decided to visit…read more Best part, it's free. No charge. It's located in the civic center, in the back, so you can't see it off of the street. It's almost a game of hide and seek, where you need to find it. Even when I did finally find it, I wasn't sure I was at the right place or if it was even open. However, I was not disappointed when I finally walked inside. It's a teeny place. More like a gallery than what I would call a museum. Open floor plan. Great art though. An eclectic collection of paintings and mixed media when I visited. There were a couple other parties viewing the artwork. Not crowded. Parking: Free lot.

Cool place with great exhibits. Def put on the list of go to galleries. There's also some really…read morecool collector's comic and retro art in a smaller room of the gallery. Cool peeps as well.

Best vibe. Best art. Go for the opening night at the beginning of each month. Support local artists.read more

How can this place not have had 1 review yet?? This is a review on the art gallery and not on a…read morepurchase. I was so intrigued by some of the art I saw while walking past so I decided to venture in. There was a guy inside working on a new piece of art and chatting with someone. He seemed friendly but I didn't want to interrupt an artist at work. The pieces inside the gallery are just WOW! It's nostalgic, thought-provoking, and provocative all at the same time. I plan on attending their Be Kind, Rewind group show later this month. Good art is priceless so I won't comment on pricing.

March 29, 2023: Last night, 3 guy friends & I walked over & attended the opening reception for…read moreGajin Fujita at LA Louver. I'm grateful that such a creative space is only a short walk away from my place in Venice Beach! After all, art makes the world go round, as well as stimulates the mind & dances with creativity! Oct 2019 & March 2023/Edward & Nancy Kienholz: Speaking of Merry-Go-World, it was one of the most fun & wildly popular shows I have attended thus far at LA Louver! I decided to walk over to the gallery solo! I'm so happy I did, such a colorful exhibit with a spinning wheel, blinking lights & music! Imagine, a merry-go-around inside of an art gallery...FUN! Once I stepped inside of the actual carousel to hear my fortune read... To my wonderful surprise, the words displayed said I would be... A rich woman in Paris! Haha! Last night, their word play displayed upstairs was plenty of fun, as they framed the walls! Jan 25, 2023/Alison Saar: While returning home from my walk on the beach, I ran into my neighbor/artist, and she invited me to African American Artist Alison Sars opening at LA Louver! We had a great time! What a show, it was packed! Her artwork made such a huge statement & spoke volumes about African American hair, as well as further messages that commanded the room. A behind the scenes video upstairs of Alison at work was amazing! Happy Meeting: While at LA Louver, I've been able to ask questions & speak to Artist Alison Saar at a Saturday brunch, run into some of my neighbors, as well as attended shows with my neighbors, & met new creative people! In fact, while waiting in line to go into the Merry-Go-World, I ended up meeting someone who's a great friend to this day, which invited me into a whole other world of art shows, museums & events! Imagine that! March 29, 2023: Graffiti/Fine Artist: The Gajin Fujita opening reception was fun: emblazoned with strong color, graffiti & especially the gold leaf of it all rocked my world! There were plenty of stylish people mingling about, both upstairs & downstairs, as the colorful art sparked the imagination of the crowd & conversation poured out excitedly! My drink of choice was a few sips of sake. I was grateful that my friends and I were giving access beyond the gray velvet ropes to the 3rd level to view more artwork of Gajin Fujita! (Thanks, again!) Artist Deborah Butterfield: Her horse sculptures have me in awe! #Love I can't help but take in the beauty each time I spot her work at LA Louver. Christmas 2022, after stepping off of a plane, I saw one of her larger than life horse sculptures while walking through the airport, and it stopped me in my tracks!! Haha! Overall: LA Louver is a wonderful gallery to buy art, browse & enjoy art... and maybe even take a walk on the boardwalk & step onto the sand, as it's right at Venice Beach! Score! In fact, I stopped by earlier today to see the show, once again, in detail & up close, minus the lively crowd from last night!!

*** "You've gotta have art ... all you really need is art ..." ***…read more That's the commercial jingle that I recall most from childhood. Detroit Institute of Arts ran that ad relentlessly on television. Now I can't imagine life w/o it; what's life w/o imagination? LA Louver was the first gallery I visited when i moved to LA. Why? Location, location, location! Perfect when walking along the beach. So whenever I decide to cruise the Venice broadwalk, I try to stop in. Today was no exception. I went down to the beach after a late lunch. I parked east on N. Venice Blvd then started walking to the gallery. From that perspective, I will walk by the adjacent brick bldg first. That's so I can see the mural of the industrialist, Abbott Kinney. LA Louver exhibits are a mix but mostly modern art pieces. You won't be buying anything here most likely because pieces sell for $5,000~1,000,000. Perhaps a 401K for a Hockney piece? I've posted pics of the pieces I liked most ... an amazing oil painting and a bronze sculpture that looks remarkably like it's made of wood. *** A gallery walk is free. I'm sooo glad b/c it is a joy to glimpse. ***