The Irvine Fine Arts Center is throwing open its doors to a duo of eclectic art experiences you wouldn't want to miss. If your idea of a wild Saturday afternoon is getting your senses tantalized by the fusion of historical relics and household miscellanea, then mark your calendars. The double-features of "Revision" and "Into the Garden" began luring culture vultures on November 18 and will continue to do so until the chill of early February, according to the City's news release.
Those who care to delve into the 'extra' in 'extraordinary' will find the "Revision" exhibition doing just that with its array of paintings, photographs, sculptures, and installations that cleverly give new life to what some might unceremoniously label as trash. In the face of mundanity, artists assemble discarded personal items in the center’s Main Gallery and Gallery 2, casting industrial and commonplace materials.
If that isn't enough to tickle your fancy, step into the vibrant ecosystem of "Into the Garden," a space in Gallery 1 that serves up visual feasts fashioned by Dani Dodge and Carolyn Mason. Art aficionados at Irvine Fine Arts Center promise an indulgent exploration of sight and fantasy. From Mason's frolic of expanding foam and metals to Dodge's heartfelt fabric and ink creations, attendees are invited on a kaleidoscopic stroll through Southern Californian inspiration, as per the City of Irvine.
The free opening reception was nothing short of an arty party, happening last Saturday, as the public went toe-to-toe with the creators behind the magic. And talk about accessibility! The center has swung its door wide Monday through Sunday, only taking a breather come sundown on weekdays and an early curtain on weekends.
But the pull of this showcase isn't confined within four walls. Irvine itself is a muse, a tableau of safety, diversity, and greenery that cradles the Fine Arts Center. With parks aplenty and a Great Park to boast, the city's allure only complements the experiences curated within. And for the low, low price of absolutely free, there's hardly an excuse not to get a culture fix. It all unfurls within the cocoon of Heritage Community Park at 1432 Yale Ave.
