A MUST-SEE EXHIBITION OPENS IN LOS ANGELES AT THE TORRANCE ART MUSEUM
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Los Angeles, California January 18, 2025: The Torrance Art Museum is honored to present Burner: An Exhibition of International Street Artists in its limited engagement January 18th through March 1st, 2025, at the Torrance Art Museum. Torrance Art Museum.
OPENING RECEPTION: Saturday, January 18th, 2025, 6-9 pm Open to the Public
Burner: The Exhibition, now in its fifth year of international exhibition, is presenting at TAM with a unique and groundbreaking curation: this Collection of original works in the Street Art/Urban Graffiti genre houses important original works, many of which have never been shown in the United States prior to this Exhibition.
Featuring “Waiting In Vain” a seminal work by Banksy, executed in 2013 in NYC and exhibited in its original form offers a once in a lifetime opportunity for public viewing and one that truly defines the ethos of the genre in its societal messaging.
This artwork appeared in New York City, specifically West 51st St. on the exterior wall of former Hustler Club in Hell’s Kitchen, during Banksy’s celebrated 2013 “Better Out Than In” residency.
Works by Icons of the Movement Banksy, The Conner Brothers, Miss Tic, Blek Le Rat, Mr. Brainwash, Bambi, Mr. Doodle, KEF!, Buff Monster, Shepard Fairy, Kaws, Craig Knight, Shane Goudreau, Chroma, Mark Ryden, Magnus Gjoen, Pure Evil, and others have set the gold standard in graffiti and urban artistry.
The Exhibition provides visitors with an unparalleled and innovative experience and stunning visual journey of the most iconic and heralded Art and Artists in the genre.
ABOUT THE TORRANCE ART MUSEUM
The Museum encourages all people to develop and increase their understanding and appreciation for modern and contemporary artwork via a variety of exhibitions offered in its two gallery spaces, as well as educational programs, artist talks, lectures, and symposia.
Through its emphasis on contemporary artistic expression in Southern California and globally, the Torrance Art Museum brings together visual artists and community members; fosters personal and civic wellbeing by inspiring understanding and appreciation of the visual arts; promotes meaningful experiences in the arts to strengthen creative and critical thinking skills; and builds bridges between the visual arts and other disciplines in the humanities and sciences. Torrance Art Museum
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ABOUT FITZ CONTEMPORARY
Fitz Contemporary, a subsidiary of global art concern Fitzhugh Holdings, is honored to present Burner: An Exhibition of International Street Art in its North American debut at the Torrance Art Museum.
As a presenter of quality exhibitions throughout the world, Fitz Contemporary has curated, along with TAM, its Museum partner, this groundbreaking Collection of original works in the Street Art/Urban Graffiti genre, many of which have never been shown in the United States prior to this tour.
Fitz Contemporary has a strong commitment to utilizing its’ cultural and artistic capital for the benefit of all: and is dedicated to providing Artwork for Public Installation: thus, ensuring that all who wish to experience Fine Art are able to do so. Fitz Contemporary
OPENING RECEPTION: Saturday, January 18th, 2025, 6-9pm
The Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday 11 am – 5pm
ADMISSION IS FREE
SOURCE: Fitz Contemporary / Torrance Art Museum
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