‘Concrete Jungle’ exhibit set to open at LosAngled Art Gallery in Charleston
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CHARLESTON, W.Va. – LosAngled is excited to present its first group show “Concrete Jungle” opening November 15, 2024. Artists including Anthony Peyton Young, Cory Sadd, Jason Adams, Shelby Person, Chris Gosses, Lesa Smith, and Jonathan Angle are putting together collections that will highlight the city vibes of the new art gallery in Charleston, West Virginia, which opened on October 5, 2024. Jonathan Angle, the gallery owner and artist, wants for the gallery to offer local and emerging artists a place where they can show their work while bringing modern art to the Mountain State capitol.
“It’s great to be back in Charleston and have the opportunity to provide a unique space for local and national artists to show their work in a modern gallery unlike any other space in Charleston,” says Angle. “The upcoming show, ‘Concrete Jungle’ is a nod to our opening night and how guests mentioned that they felt like they were in a city like Los Angeles or New York City.”
LosAngled gives patrons and art lovers the feeling and experience of stepping into an art gallery in Los Angeles or New York but nestled among the Appalachian mountains. Leaning into that theme, “Concrete Jungle” pays homage to the iconic cityscapes that became home to artistic revolutions and fostered a creative environment bringing forth some of the best artists in the world.
“I want to provide a space comparable to galleries you would find in a larger city. West Virginia has some really great artists that deserve to be showcased in a venue like LosAngled,” says Angle. “The space offers artists the chance to hang art pieces larger than any other gallery in the city, aside from The Clay Center. The large white walls, modern metal backdrop behind a white podium styled curator desk adds to the feel of being in an art gallery in the concrete jungle.”
“Concrete Jungle” opens November 15, 2024 with a reception starting at 7:00 p.m. at 1031-A Quarrier St. Charleston, West Virginia, 25301. The reception is free and open for everyone to attend.
About LosAngled
Opened on October 5, 2024, LosAngled started as a word created to describe artist Jonathan Angle’s experiences living in Los Angeles and a representation of his art. Living in LA, Jonathan created powerful memories, received boundless inspiration, and experienced unique opportunities that fulfilled many of his dreams. With this understanding of the world, Jonathan wanted to start his next chapter by sharing his vision with his hometown of Charleston, West Virginia by opening LosAngled Art Gallery.
About Jonathan Angle
Jonathan Angle is the talented artist behind LosAngled. An artist who draws inspiration from the vibrant life and culture of Los Angeles as seen through his native West Virginia eyes. He specializes in creating large scale abstract paintings that capture the essence of the city. He also has a passion for using his artwork as patterns for designing apparel and accessories that reflect his unique upbeat spirit. Although he lived in Los Angeles for 12 years, he is originally from West Virginia. Family ties brought him back to the Mountain State, where he has been reconnecting and finding expanded inspiration. While living in LA, Jonathan showcased his paintings at the Gloria Delon Contemporary Gallery, festivals, art walks and retail stores. He also designed murals for the Onyx Apartment building in DTLA (Downtown LA) and incorporated his art into his LA Real Estate business by gifting his clients an original painting made specifically for their new home.
