Edwin Forrest: Goofed Up

Beatnik Gallery’s fall show, “Goofed Up” features the work of Sacramento artist Edwin Forrest. The exhibition runs through November 22, 2019.

Just Say No, 2018, oil on canvas, 61 x 72 in

Installation views of the show:

“Although the paintings are solid, with a mature and grounded pallet, their internal structures swerve, arch, and carry more visual weight than can actually exist in the “real world.”  They are not, in any way, merely “upside down” but are instead propelled by their own private dynamics that take the viewers on a joyride in, around, and through a world constructed by the artist. ”  – Chris Daubert

Selected works in the show:
*For a full list of available work, please email beatnikstudiosart@gmail.com

Zero In (Circle City), 2018, oil on canvas, 61 x 72 in

 

Train On Time Again, 2019, oil on canvas, 40 x 30 in

 

Palm Tuesday, 2016, oil on canvas, 50 x 62 in

 

Awfully Amusing Park, 2018, oil on canvas 60 x 64 in

 

Uncle Gary Is Still Coughing, 2019, oil on canvas, 40 x 30 in

 

Never Would Have Guessed, 2019, oil on canvas, 40 x 30 in

Studio Visit Stefan Janoski

We are thrilled to be working on a show with the one and only Stefan Janoski this Fall. Stefan is one of those gracefully creative beings who seems to float effortlessly between a tough concrete world of hard realities, and a light and airy world of magic and wonder. Stefan loves stop motion films and is obsessively intrigued by the puppets and artfully crafted monsters found in films such as Coraline, Kubo and The Box Trolls. This love of hand crafted characters charges his work with a lifelike glow. His artwork is steeped with thoughtful reflections of the silliness of the world. His paintings and sculptures are often subtly hilarious in their simple sarcasms. Beatnik is thrilled to show a new collection of paintings and sculpture by Stefan Janoski this fall. Take a look at the images from our trip to his home studio and come see the show this November!

“Nightmares of Normality” opens November 3rd with a reception from 6pm – 9pm
The show will be on display at Beatnik from Nov.3 – Nov.22

Check out the event page for details

Studio Visit in Chicago with Morgan Sims

Chicago, through the eyes of Wes Davis.

I have been trying to get Morgan Sims to do a show at Beatnik for many years. Finally, the stars aligned, and I convinced him to fill his van with artwork and make the trek from Chicago to Sacramento. Morgan will be showing work with Oakland artist Seren Moran this fall at Beatnik. “Shapeshifters” opens on First Friday, September 1st and shows until September 21st.

Earlier this summer, I made my way to Chicago to visit Morgan’s studio, and see what the life of an artist in the windy city is all about.

Human Voices: The Female Voice

In Solitude, 2017 (Franceska Gamez) 10 x 11.5 x 4 mixed media

Beatnik Studios Celebrates the Female Voice

 

UC Davis 1st year MFA show returns to Beatnik

Art is a universal language that has the ability to communicate with people in all different walks of life. Working with academic artists is always a good reminder that creative expression has this unique and powerful transcendent quality. There is an immeasurable value to experiencing artwork which can bring deep meaning and new ideas to the human psyche. This is a value worthy of deep thought and community support. After all, our community is only as beautiful as our ideas allow it to be.

The graduate students from the UC Davis Masters of Fine Arts program are getting ready to open “Field Notes” this Friday, May 5th at Beatnik. Come by the opening reception and join dive into the creative exploration of these fantastic explorers.

Shaun Burner Solo Show

12 Years ago I moved to Sacramento to finish my Bachelor’s degree at Sac State. At the time I was trying to wrap my head around how to make a living with a camera in my hand. I had no idea that my path would lead me so close the heart of Sacramento’s creative community. But as I look back to my first impressions of our city, there were certainly clues.

About 10 years ago, shortly after I moved to mid-town, I purchased my first piece of original artwork. My aimless wanderings on a random 2nd Saturday brought me into a little record boutique on K street. The shop was featuring a pop-up show of Shaun Burner’s work. I was stunned and inspired by this man, his work and his attitude; the whole experience made me so thrilled to be in Sacramento. I walked away with a t-shirt and a screen print, and thus began my original art collection.

The world has a funny way of bringing things full circle, and all I can say is that you certainly get back the energy you put in. Today, I own a piece of Sacramento’s most amazing art space, Beatnik Studios, and I am overjoyed to be hosting a solo show of Shaun Burner’s work in April. I can’t say enough about Shaun’s importance to Sacramento’s art community. Shaun is not only one talented mofo, he is also the big chief shaman over at the M5arts group, the group who brought you ArtHotel and ArtStreet; which, by the way, have certainly been the largest and most inspiring art events to happen in Sacramento during my time here. Mr. Burner is also one of the owners and soothsayer for the amazing 1810 gallery over in the R street district.

“Forms in Flux” by Shaun Burner opens April 7th at Beatnik Studios, and hangs until April 27th. This is a short show so make sure and get out for this one! And, yes, I will be wearing the Burner shirt I purchased from the man 10 years ago.
– Wes Davis

The opening reception is 6pm – 9pm.

Marc Foster & Micah Crandall-Bear Team Up For “Repose”

Marc Foster and Micah Crandall-Bear have teamed up to create something special at Beatnik. This sculpture and collection of work is a must see.

Gallery is open Tues. 10am – 5pm, Wed. and Thurs. 12pm – 5 pm
Most other days are available for visits by appointment.
Art Receptions are on the First Friday of every month.
email art@beatnik-studios.com for more info

Bryan Valenzuela

Bryan Valenzuela is the man of the hour; and not just because of his amazing show “Form Lore” at Beatnik Studios.

Bryan was also one of the artist awarded the job of creating public artwork at the new Golden 1 Center in downtown Sacramento. If that wasn’t enough, he is also the front man of the band “Exquisite Corps”

I had a few chances to visit Bryan’s studios leading up to the opening of his show. Enjoy the photos, and make sure to visit Beatnik Studios to see his new body of work.

Beatnik is open
Tuesday 10am – 5pm
Wed & Thurs 11:30am – 5pm
and by appointment

“Form Lore” has a public reception on 1st Friday, November 4th from 6pm – 9pm

May 2016 in the gallery

RUMINANT GROUND

UC DAVIS FIRST YEAR MFA SHOW

May 3 – May 26, 2016

This May, Beatnik Studios presents eight artists currently enrolled in the Art Studio MFA program at UC Davis. The featured artists include Henry Bell, Yuan Chen, Mike Cole, Benjamin Ehrmann, Vincent Pachecho, Arielle Rebek, Muzi Rowe and Faith Sponsler.

The Art Studio MFA Program at UC Davis is a two-year, critically engaged studio program that provides an opportunity for interdisciplinary study in the visual arts. As part of a small tight-knit community, students explore a wide range of media and approaches to studio practice. Each year the 1st year candidates have an exhibition to feature their work going forward towards thesis. The class of 2017 embodies a broad range of approaches to contemporary art practice.

“Ruminant Ground” will be on view May 3 through May 26, 2016, with an opening reception on First Friday, May 6 from 6 – 9 pm. Beatnik Studios is located at 723 S Street in Sacramento’s historic industrial district. The gallery is open 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on Tuesday, 11:30 am to 5:00 pm Wednesday and Thursday and by appointment. (916) 400-4281. 

Stephanie Fry Rallanka Studio Visit

Stephanie Fry Rallanka is one of the featured artists in “Six from City” continuing through April 22, at Beatnik Studios. It was a joy to catch up with her and see how she goes about creating her compelling images. Here’s what she has to say about her paintings:

“My work expresses how the all-wrong can be the all-right: a taste of redemption, struggle and beauty found in disaster.  Mistakes are my media.  How can the ugly be beautiful?  Stitching the canvas evokes healing and creative energy all at once.  Scriptural imagery and text reference a place of mystical ecstasy where the ‘lamb once slain’ triumphs: a symbol of how innocence and weakness, rather than perfect strength, may triumph.  The effect is redemptive and alluring, drawing from deeply interior yet universal experiences.”

You can see her work along with the rest of the show this week: Tues, 10 am – 5 pm. Wed. 11:30 am – 5 pm and Fri. 11:30 am – 5 pm. Please note that the gallery is closed this Thursday, April 21st for a special event.