LA Art Show 2025: Celebrating 30 Years of Artistic Excellence

The excitement begins as the Red Carpet opens and talent arrivals kick off at the Los Angeles Convention Center, setting the stage for a glamorous evening at the LA Art Show at the LA Convention Center.

On February 19, the LA Art Show—the city’s largest and longest-running art fair—launched its Opening Night Premiere with actress and producer Jenna Dewan as the Celebrity Host. Reflecting on the event, Dewan shared, “I am thrilled to be here at this incredible event supporting a cause I know so many of us hold closely.”

The LA Art Show opened in style on Wednesday, February 19, 2025 with an exclusive Opening Night Premiere featuring actress and producer Jenna Dewan as the Celebrity Host. - Popbuff.com
The LA Art Show opened in style on Wednesday, February 19, with an exclusive Opening Night Premiere featuring actress and producer Jenna Dewan as the Celebrity Host.

The LA Art Show opened in style on Wednesday, February 19, 2025 with an exclusive Opening Night Premiere featuring actress and producer Jenna Dewan as the Celebrity Host. - Popbuff.com
“I am thrilled to be here at this incredible event supporting a cause I know so many of us hold closely.” – Jenna Dewan

Marking its 30th anniversary, the event featured an exceptional showcase at the Los Angeles Convention Center from February 19-23, 2025. Led by Producer and Director Kassandra Voyagis, the show brought together over 90 international galleries representing countries such as Ukraine, South Korea, Turkey, Canada, and Europe.

(Left) LA Art Show Producer & Director Kassandra Voyagis, (Right) American Heart Association host Jenna Dewan

The evening supported two impactful causes—the American Heart Association’s Life is Why™ Campaign, receiving 15% of ticket proceeds, and the California Community Foundation’s Wildfire Recovery Fund. Adding to the night’s significance, renowned LA muralist Robert Vargas joined members of the LA County Fire Department on the red carpet before creating a breathtaking live mural, “HEROES,” as a tribute to their bravery and service.

Renowned artist Robert Vargas captivated the audience as he brought his monumental mural, “Heroes,” to life, honoring first responders in a powerful live painting experience.
(Left) Celebrated mural artist Robert Vargas and Popbuff blogger Ruchel Freibrun at the LA Art Show 2025 - Popbuff.com
(Left) Celebrated mural artist Robert Vargas and Popbuff blogger Ruchel Freibrun
The LA Art Show Premiere Night drew an enthusiastic crowd, making for a vibrant and memorable evening.

Over the course of the five-day event, visitors enjoyed a diverse lineup of special programming:

  • Athletes for Life showcased paintings by LeRoi and featured the award-winning works of student competition winners Chloe Im, Chloe Nam, and Lily Goldenhar.
  • “Resonance of Love: A Water Blessing for LA” by Luchi Estevez united sound artists and healers in a ceremony honoring the city’s resilience.
  • Live musical entertainment set the atmosphere, with performances by DJs David Bollock, Ezra Luxe, and Lush Bunny.
Celebrating Diversity
Artists: Chiachio & Giannone; Curator: Gabriela Urtiaga, Chief Curator at MOLAA; Year: 2020 - LA Art Show 2025 (Popbuff.com)
Celebrating Diversity
Artists: Chiachio & Giannone; Curator: Gabriela Urtiaga, Chief Curator at MOLAA; Year: 2020

Nevada Museum of Art – Reno, Nevada; Project: The Journey;
Artist: Guillermo Bert; Curator: Vivian Zavataro; Year: 2024
Reflectspace Gallery, Glendale Library Arts & Culture (Glendale) & Culture Nomad (Seoul); Project: “Eternal Light – 21C The Last Judgement
Artist: HanHo; Curators: Monica Hye Yeon Jun, Ara & Anahid Oshagan;
Year: 2023

Museum of Latin American Art, MOLAA; Project: 27 Peces | 27 Fish, Installation; Artist: Christian Castro; Curator: Carlos Ortega, former Curator of Collections at the Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA), presently holding the office of Chief Curator at the Museum of Ventura County (MVC). Year: 2019
The Birth of the Niemand; Viktor Freso @viktorfreso; viktorfreso@viktorfreso.com

The LA Art Show extends its heartfelt appreciation to the American Heart Association, US Hybrid, and Athletes for Life for their invaluable collaboration in making the 30th Anniversary event a success.

Looking ahead, the 2026 event is set to take place from January 7-11 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

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