In Defense of Sentimentality *

A group show curated by Wally Kelly and Lily Pressman. In collaboration with The Social Club in Los Angeles, Lily and I wanted to create a space for friends and admirers to come together and feel the warmth of sentimentality through all the artists’ eyes. Different perspectives of love, loss, revival and nostalgia. Public and private showings from November 16, 2024 through January 2025.

My Entryway

Laura Benson, gelli-plate print on found paper, lead-free solder, antique charms, 2023.
In Its Nature (I/II)

Lily Pressman, hand carved styrofoam, 2024.
In Its Nature (II/II)

Lily Pressman, hand carved styrofoam, 2024.
Goat Hoof with Garnets

Marley White, goat hoof, red garnets, 2024.
With Palms Facing Upward

Quynh Vu, oil on mylar, 2023.
Bull 2 & Sauna #1

Scotty Givan, gold plated brass, 2024. Ellie Schiltz, graphite and charcoal on wood, 2024.
Saying Hello To My Neighbor, Again

Ellie Schiltz, oil on canvas, 2023.
And Rats Scamper Around Her Feet!

Quynh Vu, oil on canvas, 2024.
There's So Much I Wish I Could Tell You & Ceramic Washtub

Wally Eagle Kelly, oil and acrylic on canvas, 2024. Allison Arkush, bisquefire ceramic with a beeswax and graphite patina, 2020.
Hodge Podge, All Things Sacred & Yours Always

Josh Cornwell, oil on canvas, 2008. Mel Reig, river stones collected from James River, sterling silver, 2024. Kiel Posner, porcelain, vintage ceramic waterslide decals, 2024.
View of works from right room

In order; Ellie Schiltz, Scotty Givan, Lily Pressman, Kiel Posner, Mel Reig, Josh Cornwell, Wally Kelly, Allison Arkush.
Custom drink menu

Cocktails and wine selection named after pieces in the show & phrases that hold sentimental value. (per show title)
Granada Drive & Goats Hoof with Garnets

Wally Eagle Kelly, oil and acrylic on canvas, 2024.
I'll Be Home In Ten & Driven Too

Anvesha, acrylic on canvas, 2024. Nick Rose, inkjet transfer, oil, oil stick on aluminum panel, 2024.