March 28, 2024 The Newspaper Serving LGBT Los Angeles

Nothing Painful: World of Wonder Presents Denis Ouch

If you’re looking for something a little more culturally enriching to do while everyone is off working on their tan, then experience the magic of Brooklyn-based street artist Denis Ouch’s art at an upcoming free exhibit presented by World of Wonder, aka the studio that brought you “Drag Race.” Showcasing the kaleidoscopic stylings of Ouch, including his pop art, street art and political work, the WOW Presents Space (6650 Hollywood Boulevard) and World of Wonder co-founders Randy Barbato and Fenton Bailey are opening the exhibit to the public from July 13 – 26 after hosting a special red carpet and opening night reception July 12.

The gallery will also feature Ouch’s Statue of Liberty-inspired pieces after Fourth of July weekend, for a touch of non-disgusting patriotism we could all use right now. And with Ouch’s multifaceted employment of different mediums for creative expression, the display promises to be a delight to all the senses (though probably not smell, touch, hearing or taste – but still, it’ll be cool.)

Originally from St. Petersburg (Russia, not Florida,) Ouch has the sort of bold, avant-garde style that perhaps only a Russian with nothing left to lose could. His ability to repurpose materials for his various political statements add layered meaning to each piece, which offers a more objective take on the so-called Aamerican dream. Tackling everything from the Orange One to Jesus Christ to consumerism as represented by Coca-Cola, the curation promises to be thought-provoking in a time where very little emphasis is placed on thought.

Open to the public from Monday through Saturday starting July 13, the gallery hours are from noon to 6 p.m., and  noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday. So get your camera ready, Instagram awaits – and so does Ouch.

Related Posts

Film Review: Down Low

July 30, 2023

July 30, 2023

FILM REVIEWDOWN LOWRated R90 MinutesReleased March 11, 2023 By Dolores Quintana “Down Low” is funny. It’s a lean 90 minutes...

Film Review: The People’s Joker

July 23, 2023

July 23, 2023

FILM REVIEWThe People’s JokerUnrated92 MinutesReleased September 13, 2022 (Toronto Film Festival) By Dolores Quintana “The People’s Joker” is a heartfelt...

The Problem with Pride Outfits and How You Can Change It

February 20, 2023

February 20, 2023

Since pride month’s official declaration in 1999, we’re reminded every June of how far America has come following New York...

Happening Now: West Hollywood’s LGBTQ+ Arts Festival

May 23, 2022

May 23, 2022

By Susan Payne Happening now through the end of June, WeHo Pride LGBTQ Arts Festival celebrates the artistic contributions of...

WeHo Premieres the ‘Moving Image Media Art’ Exhibition Series

February 2, 2022

February 2, 2022

The City of West Hollywood announces the premiere of the Moving Image Media Art (MIMA) program and the worldwide debut...

2022 ‘WeHo Reads’ Series Celebrates the ‘Road to Joy’

February 2, 2022

February 2, 2022

The City of West Hollywood invites community members to celebrate literature and local authors with its 2022 WeHo Reads literary...

MJ Rodriguez, 1st Openly Transgender Actress to Win Golden Globe

January 18, 2022

January 18, 2022

Michaela Jae “MJ” Rodriguez has made history by becoming the first openly transgender person to win a Golden Globe.  The...

LACMA Spotlights Queer Black Artists & Subjects

December 7, 2021

December 7, 2021

“The Obama Portraits Tour” and “Black American Portraits” exhibits at LACMA not only celebrate portraiture, but also queer Black artists...

Pride Poets’ Corner: Featuring Corey Saucier & the Dirge for 24 Hour Fitness

December 7, 2021

December 7, 2021

On November 30, 2020, the 24 Hour Fitness location in West Hollywood, which had been in the community for 25...

World’s First LGBTQ Mariachi Band Performs for the Center to Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month

October 26, 2021

October 26, 2021

Mariachi Arcoiris de Los Angeles—the world’s first LGBTQ mariachi—entertained more than 50 Center clients and staff members with an exuberant...

The Los Angeles LGBT Center & Gochis Galleries Announce Collaboration With Art Division

September 29, 2021

September 29, 2021

The Los Angeles LGBT Center’s Advocate & Gochis Galleries announced a collaboration with Art Division.  Art Division is a community...

QFilms Long Beach Returns

September 15, 2021

September 15, 2021

QFilms Long Beach, Long Beach’s oldest film festival, returns September 30 – October 3 to celebrate the diversity of LGBTQ...

Lady Gaga Announces New Album Dropping In October

August 15, 2021

August 15, 2021

Oscar and Grammy winner Lady Gaga has announced that she will be dropping a new album set to be released...

“Pose” Actor Jason Rodriguez Forms New Talent Agency

August 15, 2021

August 15, 2021

Jason Rodriguez, the unequivocal new face of voguing and “Pose” superstar, has formed a new talent agency called Arraygency.  Rodriguez...

AltaMed Health Services to Host “Inclusion Beyond Pride: A Queer Art Show”

August 5, 2021

August 5, 2021

AltaMed Health Services, will host “Inclusion Beyond Pride: A Queer Art Show” on Friday, Aug. 6, 6-10 p.m. in Los...