Latest in: Matt Wedel
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1 Jan 2016
Fantastic profile on Matt Wedel in the current January 2016 issue of Cincinnati Magazine –  “There’s a lot of muscle memory in those pieces,” Wedel says of the botanical-succuli series, which was begun during …
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12 Dec 2015
LOS ANGELES TIMES Review Around the Galleries: Matt Wedel’s ‘Peaceable Fruit’ ceramics have a hint of fiery apocalypse by Christopher Knight Ceramics has an ancient history of fusing painted surfaces with sculptural forms. Perhaps …
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12 Dec 2015
Matt Wedel’s exhibition, Peaceable Fruit, at L.A. Louver (Los Angeles, November 18 – December 30, 2015) is one of this year’s most important exhibitions.  It succeeds in elevating the artist’s stature as a sculptor …
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12 Dec 2015
“Inside the two-storey, beachside space Wedel has installed more than a dozen of his massive flower trees (rendered in ceramic, porcelain and stoneware) which range in size and weight from a 40 lb blue …
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11 Nov 2015
Matt Wedel’s exhibition Peaceable Fruit is now fully installed and ready for tomorrow’s opening! Join us Wednesday, November 18, 6-8pm, as we celebrate this new and vibrant body of work. His discreet and monumental ceramic sculptures …
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11 Nov 2015
Another ceramic sculpture by Matt Wedel, which will be on view in his forthcoming exhibition Peaceable Kingdom – opening at L.A. Louver on Wednesday, November 18, 2015, 6-8pm. In this new body of work, …
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10 Oct 2015
We are excited to announce a forthcoming L.A. Louver exhibition with sculptor Matt Wedel. Titled Peaceable Kingdom, the exhibition will feature a series of new ceramic sculptures that have never been shown before, including …
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8 Aug 2015
In his Athens, Ohio studio, Matt Wedel works closely with nature…His ceramic sculptures converge harmoniously with the forces of nature, creating a picturesque scene in which his sculptures quietly stares back at you…And sometimes, …
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5 May 2015
Concurrent to Gajin Fujita: Warriors, Ghosts and Ancient Gods of the Pacific, we will be presenting a group exhibition of abstract sculpture in our Second Floor Gallery. One of the works on display is …
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3 Mar 2015
In a year long public art exhibition, Century City Sculpture 2015 features 19 installations by 10 nationally and internationally renowned artists in Century City, one of Los Angeles’ busiest commerce centers. Of the two …
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2 Feb 2015
In celebration of Chinese New Year, we’re ringing in the Year of the Sheep with this colossal sculpture by Matt Wedel. Titled Sheep with flowers, it is completely comprised of clay and measures nearly 10 …
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12 Dec 2014
Matt Wedel’s newest sculpture is now on view in our Skyroom. Measuring nearly 5 x 7 ft, and completely constructed from clay, the sculpture follows the artist’s fascination with the “Flower tree,” a form …
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12 Dec 2014
In conjunction with our Chen Man exhibition opening on December 10, 2014, we’ll be revealing a brand new work by Matt Wedel in our Skyroom. Here’s a little sneak peek of what’s in store.  With …
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5 May 2014
Matt Wedel on the cover of this month’s Art Ltd., with an in-depth profile of the artist by contributor Shana Nys Dambrot. Pick up a copy, or click here to read the complete feature …
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3 Mar 2014
Clearly we still have our work cut out for us. In the meantime, enjoy this short time-lapse video that documents the complete installation of Wedel’s 2013 exhibition Sheep’s Head. This sculpture by Matt Wedel will …
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3 Mar 2014
Our Skyroom is getting a new look! This massive ceramic sculpture by Matt Wedel is getting installed this week, and will be on view alongside our forthcoming Kienholz and Fujita exhibitions (opening on March …
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2 Feb 2014
Matt Wedel is included in the group show “MUCK: Accumulations, Accretions and Aggregations” on view at Arizona State University Art Museum. The exhibition includes work by seven contemporary artists dealing with ceramics. On view …
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6 Jun 2013
Thinking about getting a Matt Wedel sculpture, but not sure how to get through the door and up the stairs? Here’s a “how-to” guide for installing, even in the most challenging of spaces. To …
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5 May 2013
Check out our new Matt Wedel installation in our Skyroom featured as part of our 2nd floor group show – officially opening tonight! Come join us for the opening reception from 6-8pm.
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5 May 2013
In celebration of Mother’s Day, this sculpture by Matt Wedel titled “Mother and Child,” is so fitting for the occasion. L.A. Louver wishes all the moms out there a very Happy Mother’s Day! For …
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5 May 2013
Los Angeles Times review: May 3, 2013 A HEADY VIEW OF OFFBEAT WORLDS by David Pagel To step into “Sheep’s Head,” Matt Wedel’s magnificent exhibition at L.A. Louver, is to feel as if you …
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5 May 2013
Due to such a positive response, we’ve decided to extend our Matt Wedel and Charles Garabedian exhibitions another week. Both exhibitions will now run through May 18th – providing another opportunity to visit these …
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4 Apr 2013
KCRW’s resident art critic Edward Goldman reviewed Matt Wedel’s current exhibition in his weekly radio show “Art Talk.” Read or listen to the complete review here. Matt Wedel “Sheep’s Head” will be on view through 11 …
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4 Apr 2013
Check out images from our Matt Wedel and Charles Garabedian opening, now on Facebook. Thanks again to everyone that came out, we truly appreciate all your continued support!
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4 Apr 2013
A few days ago we posted images of our prep team skillfully unloading a massive Matt Wedel sculpture into the gallery. After some careful maneuvering, the work has been fully assembled and altogether stands …
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4 Apr 2013
The Matt Wedel installation continues and is starting to really take shape now that this massive sculpture has arrived. To provide a sense of scale, the bottom half of this sculpture just BARELY fit …
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4 Apr 2013
The Matt Wedel sculptures have just arrived and look fantastic. Now that all the crates are in and accounted for, the fun part is popping off the lids to see what treasures they behold. …
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3 Mar 2013
SNEAK PEAK! Here’s a little glimpse into Matt Wedel’s upcoming solo exhibition “Sheep’s Head,” opening this April 2013. 
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2 Feb 2013
Flowers to last a lifetime by sculptor Matt Wedel – Happy Valentine’s Day!  Expect to see more exciting work from Matt’s studio in his upcoming solo exhibition coming to L.A. Louver this April.  IMAGE: Matt …
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2 Feb 2013
Take a peek into sculptor Matt Wedel’s studio, located in the rural Southeastern Appalachia Country of Ohio. Abounding with new work, Matt is preparing for his upcoming solo exhibition at L.A. Louver, set to …
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11 Nov 2012
Though we will be closed on Thursday in observation of the holiday, the gallery will be open on Friday and Saturday. We hope to see you! IMAGE: Matt Wedel, “family at table,” 2008, gouache, …
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8 Aug 2012
New works by Matt Wedel being photographed for inventory this week - check out his profile page to see more recent work!
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7 Jul 2012
NEW YORK—The largest rock formation is pink. A cactus-like botanical sprouts from the yellow one. Saturated in orange and yellow, a small boy is balancing atop the green one. Matt Wedel‘s scientific aberrations are a …