ILLUMINATING RESILIENCE is our first art exhibit of 2025, showcasing the beauty and light that grows from hard times, and celebrating the strength and heart of our beloved Los Angeles.
The show runs March 1 - April 13, 2025 at Leanna Lin's Wonderland in Eagle Rock.
During the recent Eaton Canyon fires, Madi of "Sunset Freeway" (a pop-y mixed media and digital art brand) was forced to evacuate her home for two weeks while the fires burned less than a mile away. Once allowed back, while walking through the neighborhood rubble, Madi found destroyed garden memorabilia that once belonged to a family member who passed in 2021. Instead of discarding the mirrored shards she found, Madi recovered them and repurposed these pieces for use in ten new works, now featured in our exciting new "Illuminating Resilience" art show.
Also featured in the show are thirteen beautiful stained glass pieces from Kimberly Rountree of Bone Storm Glassworks. These vibrant pieces— featuring flowers, rainbows, and celestial bodies— perfectly compliment the art from Sunset Freeway and stand out incredibly as the sunlight glitters across them. The beautiful imagery and precise lines are a result of the hours of hard work put into these brilliant pieces. These glass works are just another striking reminder that in the midst of rain, all it takes is a little bit of light for things to glitter and shine.
ABOUT SUNSET FREEWAY:
Madi Arteaga is a female artist embarking on a transformative journey from St. Louis, Missouri, to California only with two suitcases and an unwavering passion for creativity. In her new adventure, Madi has established herself as a vibrant force in the art world, embracing the chaos and beauty of life through her captivating work. Her artwork features a whimsical fusion of dreamlike imagery and bold, vivid colors, often exploring themes of identity, self-discovery, and the interconnectedness of all beings. Madi’s pieces tell stories that invite viewers to step into fantastical worlds where the ordinary becomes extraordinary, encouraging them to find magic in everyday moments. Each creation is not just a visual experience but an emotional journey, celebrating resilience and the strength to pursue one’s dreams. Through her art, Madi Arteaga reminds us that life’s challenges can be transformed into profound expressions of beauty and inspiration.
ABOUT BONE STORM GLASSWORKS:
Kimberly Rountree began her stained glass journey during her junior year of high school, when stained glass classes were offered to students. After taking a break, she returned to the craft in 2022 and developed her own unique style. She draws her greatest inspiration from celestial bodies such as moons and stars, as well as plants and all the colors of the rainbow. Kimberly is a native of Los Angeles and currently lives in Studio City with her partner, Alex, and their cat, Ozzie.
