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Despite First Friday funding issues, Las Vegas Arts District soldiers on
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"Knock Knock" by Jeff Schaller
It hasn't been a good month for the art scene in Las Vegas. A few weeks ago, multiple news outlets including the Las Vegas Sun reported on a double blow to the ever-struggling community: The forthcoming closing of Naomi Arin Contemporary Art and the resignation of Contemporary Art Center Executive Director Beate Kirmse. And this week, the powers behind Whirlygig, Inc – the nonprofit that runs the monthly First Friday arts festival – announced that the popular downtown Las Vegas attraction would be scaled back for the summer months, and possibly longer, due to drastic loss of funding.
However, just because the scene is looking a little down doesn't mean it's out. This week, the Arts District will continue to be abuzz with receptions for new exhibits, both on First Friday (June 5) and the now-traditional Thursday preview night. Here's a rundown of what the art scene has to offer Sin City culture lovers:
Trifecta Gallery: Biscuit Street Preacher brings back his oversized, mixed-media creations to Trifecta with "Pep Rally," opening tonight from 5 to 9 p.m. and showing through June 26. Inside the Arts Factory, 107 E. Charleston Blvd.
Brett Wesley Gallery: "PopStart," featuring the paintings of Jeff Schaller, will have an opening reception from 6 to 9 p.m. tonight. Inside Newport Lofts, 200 Hoover Ave.
The Fallout: The opening reception for "Borderline," featuring new work by Peter Mengert and Lance Smith, will be spread across June 4 and 5, from 6 to 10 p.m. each night. 1551 Commerce St.
Contemporary Art Center: "metasonic," featuring multimedia work by Craig Colorusso, Richard Vosseller and David Sanchez Burr, runs June 4 through July 30. Inside the Arts Factory, 101 E. Charleston Blvd., Suite 101.
Biggs Studio: Beloved local artist KD Matheson opens a new show during First Friday. You won't want to miss his surreal, hyper-detailed mindscapes. 1115 S. Casino Center Blvd., Suite 1.
Though Casino Center Boulevard will not be closed for pedestrian traffic, there will still be plenty of artists and performers dotting the street, including live tiki carving, breakdancers and, of course, the usual great galleries and shops. Visit the First Friday website for more details.
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