VESSEL in Los Angeles

VESSEL is an original group exhibition showcasing the vibrant creativity and diverse talents of individuals with strong ties to the Bay Area. Departing from conventional geographic labels, VESSEL embraces the fluidity of contemporary artistic identity, inviting viewers to embark on a journey through the interconnectedness of artistic communities This multi-city exhibition celebrates the prolific voices and contributions of artists and creatives rooted in the place that changed the world. Kicking off at the Pallas Annex in San Francisco on June 7 at 6pm during SF Design Week, VESSEL will occupy a 60’s-era artist hotel room before being transported and reinstalled at Fig & Oak on June 21 at 7-10pm for Los Angeles Design Weekend. VESSEL is curated by Studio Anand Sheth, a visionary multidisciplinary design practice with roots in San Francisco and satellite offices in Los Angeles and New York City. Studio founder Anand Sheth approaches architecture and interiors from a decidedly conceptual and artful point of view. VESSEL brings together Anand’s collaborative community of artists and designers from various experience levels and disciplines. From emerging talents to established practitioners, the exhibition celebrates the rich tapestry of creativity that defines the Bay Area’s cultural landscape. Anand’s curatorial practice is also informed by core values imbued from his home city, including a resilient and rebellious spirit, and vulnerable and generous hospitality. Anand will visit each artist’s studio and his documentation will be compiled into an exhibit film. The artist group is collaborating across Canoa’s Canvas tool, and each artists’ inspiration and process will be directly included in the printed exhibit catalog. VESSEL invites viewers to explore the intersections of art, design, and culture, celebrating the enduring spirit of creativity that emerges in the Bay Area and transcends man-made boundaries. Featuring process-heavy practices in landscape design, ceramics, lighting, furniture, interiors, architecture, painting, photography, sculpture, cuisine, fashion, product design, graphics, and more, VESSEL offers a panoramic view of artistic expression. The one-of-a-kind artworks will remain unpublished until they debut in San Francisco and become available for purchase via STOREFRONT Anand Sheth.