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While Los Angeles might be known for its 75-miles of sandy beaches, blue skies and Hollywood charm, its vibrant art scene also deserves credit. Showcasing talent from around the world, the city’s incredible art is often inspired by the destination’s celebration of diversity, welcoming spirit and willingness to try new things.

In fact, the City of Angeles boasts more museums per capita than any other city in the world. It  is also home to over 50 galleries in Downtown Los Angeles alone, and since Frieze’s inaugural Los Angeles show in 2019 February’s Art Fair Season has emerged as the perfect time for visitors to explore L.A.’s culture.

Please see below for a wrap up of L.A.’s art events happening next month:

LA Art Show
Downtown L.A, February 5-9
The LA Art Show celebrates its 25th year in 2020 when it returns to Los Angeles Convention Center in Downtown’s booming South Park district. Considered the most comprehensive international contemporary art show in America, the LA Art Show will feature more than 200,000 square feet of exhibition space including multiple diverse exhibition themes from the most prominent art galleries around the globe. https://www.laartshow.com/

Superfine! Art Fair LA 2020 

Downtown L.A., February 6-9 

Complementing the nearby LA Art Show, Superfine! Art Fair will return for its second year to the Magic Box just blocks from the up-and-coming Fashion District. The domestic art fair has garnered popularity in cities such as New York, Seattle and San Francisco, and attendees have the unique opportunity to connect with artists and curators directly in an environment where works are accessible and affordable — with many one-of-a-kind pieces starting at $100. https://superfine.world/superfine-la-art-fair-tickets

“Nicolas Party Sottobosco” at Hauser & Wirth

Downtown L.A., February 13 – April 12

Presented in conjunction with Frieze Los Angeles 2020, Hauser & Wirth in the heart of Downtown’s Arts District, will debut the first L.A. solo exhibition of Swiss artist Nicolas Party. After a walk through the Neoclassical South Gallery filled with brilliant hues in bold installations, murals, and sculptures by Party, who is inspired by surrealism and symbolism, visitors will find a world of street art, exciting restaurants and unique retail spaces just outside the gallery. https://www.hauserwirth.com/hauser-wirth-exhibitions/26491-nicolas-party

Frieze Los Angeles
Hollywood, February 14-16
Famed international art fair Frieze returns to Los Angeles for its second year, cementing L.A.’s status as a leading contemporary art destination. New for 2020 is Focus L.A., an entire section of Frieze showcasing 13 emerging L.A.-based galleries curated by Rita Gonzalez, LACMA’s Head of Contemporary Art. Frieze Los Angeles will be held at the iconic Paramount Pictures Studio lot, offering the perfect backdrop for hosted talks, films and artists’ projects on the backlot. Frieze Week commences on February 10 with a special program hosted by native Angeleno Mark Bradford’s Art for Justice Fund and The Getty Center. https://frieze.com/fairs/frieze-los-angeles

Downtown Art Walk
Downtown L.A., February 13
Downtown Art Walk is held on the second Thursday of each month and this February conveniently coincides with five art fairs running through the weekend. A favorite of locals and visitors alike, this under-the-radar experience benefits Downtown’s many galleries by bringing up to 200,000 art lovers to the neighborhood each year through intimate guided tours that also stop by fantastic murals and street art along the way. https://www.downtownartwalk.org/

Art Los Angeles Contemporary
Hollywood, February 13-16
Art Los Angeles Contemporary launched in L.A. 10 years ago and in 2020 will be held at the Hollywood Athletic Club just steps from the buzzing action of a revitalized Sunset Boulevard including Chef Curtis Stone’s acclaimed Gwen, Amoeba Music and the Hollywood ArcLight Cinemas. The 11th edition of the fair will feature works from 45 galleries at the historic club originally founded by Charlie Chaplin in 1924. https://artlosangelesfair.com/news-375

stARTup Art Fair Los Angeles
Venice, February 14-16
stARTup LA will return to The Kinney hotel in Venice Beach where nearly 60 up-and-coming artists will display their work in transformed hotel rooms serving as individual exhibition spaces. As the only art fair on the Westside this weekend, visitors should be sure to take a day to explore the iconic Venice Boardwalk and the hip Abbot Kinney Boulevard. https://www.startupartfair.com/los-angeles/overview/

Felix LA
Hollywood, February 14-16
Held at the historic Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel in the heart of Hollywood, Dean Valentine and brothers Al Morán and Mills Morán will present the second edition of the Felix Fair. This festival of contemporary artworks will feature pieces from 12 galleries based in L.A and dozens more from international cities like Beijing, London, Berlin and Mexico City. https://felixfair.com/

SPRING/BREAK Art Show Los Angeles
Downtown L.A., February 15-17

Also presenting its second edition in L.A. is SPRING/BREAK Art Show at the massive mixed-use development ROW DTLA. This year’s theme in excess or “the more the merrier” will come to life by way of vibrant and versatile works from dozens of Los Angeles-based artists, curators and galleries. over 45 galleries. After perusing the show, attendees should be sure to browse ROW’s unique boutiques or grab a meal at the new M.Georgina restaurant by Michelin-starred Chef Melissa Perello.

http://www.springbreakartshow.com/sb-los-angeles/

Art Program at LAX
For visitors traveling through LAX for the season’s many art festivals, LAX is the perfect place to end an exploration of L.A.’s art scene. The international airport presents up to 20 beautiful, thought-provoking exhibitions per year throughout the arrival and departure levels of the terminals. With some permanent and rotating exhibitions, visitors can find a full list of current displays on the LAX website. Some famed artists who have displayed at LAX include Mark Bradford, Pae White and Pat Warner. https://www.lawa.org/en/art-program