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Gary Baseman

OFF THE MENU Exhibition☕️🍔🍦
At Johnie’s Coffee Shop on the corner of WILSHIRE & FAIRFAX!
Thurs-Sun Noon-7pm
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🎥: @garybaseman We love LA 💕 #discoverLA #WeLoveLA


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Toby gets a Matty Mattel makeover. This signed Gary Baseman plush is limited to just 500 — don’t miss out. Available March 20 at 9am PT on MattelCreations.com.


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OPEN TILL JUNE 14th!!💥💥💥
Our hours are THURSDAY to SUNDAY,
Noon to 7pm!

POP ON OVER!! Visit my exhibition, OFF THE MENU, at @johniescoffeeshop on the corner of WILSHIRE & FAIRFAX!

Come see the show everyone is talking about!
Celebrating LA Dining Culture with my drawings done on our favorite restaurant menus, like @mussoandfrankgrill @genghiscohenla and @canters_deli !!!

See you soon!!!


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Remembering my father, Ben Baseman, on the anniversary of his BIRTHDAY, May 20th!!!

I love and miss you DAD,
just like | love and miss my MOM too.


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Remembering my father, Ben Baseman, on the anniversary of his BIRTHDAY, May 20th!!!

I love and miss you DAD,
just like | love and miss my MOM too.


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Remembering my father, Ben Baseman, on the anniversary of his BIRTHDAY, May 20th!!!

I love and miss you DAD,
just like | love and miss my MOM too.


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Remembering my father, Ben Baseman, on the anniversary of his BIRTHDAY, May 20th!!!

I love and miss you DAD,
just like | love and miss my MOM too.


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Remembering my father, Ben Baseman, on the anniversary of his BIRTHDAY, May 20th!!!

I love and miss you DAD,
just like | love and miss my MOM too.


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Remembering my father, Ben Baseman, on the anniversary of his BIRTHDAY, May 20th!!!

I love and miss you DAD,
just like | love and miss my MOM too.


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Remembering my father, Ben Baseman, on the anniversary of his BIRTHDAY, May 20th!!!

I love and miss you DAD,
just like | love and miss my MOM too.


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Remembering my father, Ben Baseman, on the anniversary of his BIRTHDAY, May 20th!!!

I love and miss you DAD,
just like | love and miss my MOM too.


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Remembering my father, Ben Baseman, on the anniversary of his BIRTHDAY, May 20th!!!

I love and miss you DAD,
just like | love and miss my MOM too.


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"Off the Menu" by Gary Baseman at Johnie's feels like flipping through a nostalgic scrapbook of Los Angeles.

Set inside the iconic former coffee shop on Wilshire - with its retro booths, Googie architecture, and old Hollywood diner energy - the space itself feels like a time capsule of LA. Seeing all the hand-drawn menus from legendary local restaurants brought back so many memories of the city's food culture and history.

Baseman's playful, surreal style - full of cartoon-like characters, bold colors, and dreamy details - turns these familiar places into something whimsical and deeply personal.

The fact that the exhibit was free made it even better - and on the day I went, there was even a fruit stand outside giving out free fruit.

📍6099 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048


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"Off the Menu" by Gary Baseman at Johnie's feels like flipping through a nostalgic scrapbook of Los Angeles.

Set inside the iconic former coffee shop on Wilshire - with its retro booths, Googie architecture, and old Hollywood diner energy - the space itself feels like a time capsule of LA. Seeing all the hand-drawn menus from legendary local restaurants brought back so many memories of the city's food culture and history.

Baseman's playful, surreal style - full of cartoon-like characters, bold colors, and dreamy details - turns these familiar places into something whimsical and deeply personal.

The fact that the exhibit was free made it even better - and on the day I went, there was even a fruit stand outside giving out free fruit.

📍6099 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048


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"Off the Menu" by Gary Baseman at Johnie's feels like flipping through a nostalgic scrapbook of Los Angeles.

Set inside the iconic former coffee shop on Wilshire - with its retro booths, Googie architecture, and old Hollywood diner energy - the space itself feels like a time capsule of LA. Seeing all the hand-drawn menus from legendary local restaurants brought back so many memories of the city's food culture and history.

Baseman's playful, surreal style - full of cartoon-like characters, bold colors, and dreamy details - turns these familiar places into something whimsical and deeply personal.

The fact that the exhibit was free made it even better - and on the day I went, there was even a fruit stand outside giving out free fruit.

📍6099 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048


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"Off the Menu" by Gary Baseman at Johnie's feels like flipping through a nostalgic scrapbook of Los Angeles.

Set inside the iconic former coffee shop on Wilshire - with its retro booths, Googie architecture, and old Hollywood diner energy - the space itself feels like a time capsule of LA. Seeing all the hand-drawn menus from legendary local restaurants brought back so many memories of the city's food culture and history.

Baseman's playful, surreal style - full of cartoon-like characters, bold colors, and dreamy details - turns these familiar places into something whimsical and deeply personal.

The fact that the exhibit was free made it even better - and on the day I went, there was even a fruit stand outside giving out free fruit.

📍6099 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048


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"Off the Menu" by Gary Baseman at Johnie's feels like flipping through a nostalgic scrapbook of Los Angeles.

Set inside the iconic former coffee shop on Wilshire - with its retro booths, Googie architecture, and old Hollywood diner energy - the space itself feels like a time capsule of LA. Seeing all the hand-drawn menus from legendary local restaurants brought back so many memories of the city's food culture and history.

Baseman's playful, surreal style - full of cartoon-like characters, bold colors, and dreamy details - turns these familiar places into something whimsical and deeply personal.

The fact that the exhibit was free made it even better - and on the day I went, there was even a fruit stand outside giving out free fruit.

📍6099 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048


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"Off the Menu" by Gary Baseman at Johnie's feels like flipping through a nostalgic scrapbook of Los Angeles.

Set inside the iconic former coffee shop on Wilshire - with its retro booths, Googie architecture, and old Hollywood diner energy - the space itself feels like a time capsule of LA. Seeing all the hand-drawn menus from legendary local restaurants brought back so many memories of the city's food culture and history.

Baseman's playful, surreal style - full of cartoon-like characters, bold colors, and dreamy details - turns these familiar places into something whimsical and deeply personal.

The fact that the exhibit was free made it even better - and on the day I went, there was even a fruit stand outside giving out free fruit.

📍6099 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048


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"Off the Menu" by Gary Baseman at Johnie's feels like flipping through a nostalgic scrapbook of Los Angeles.

Set inside the iconic former coffee shop on Wilshire - with its retro booths, Googie architecture, and old Hollywood diner energy - the space itself feels like a time capsule of LA. Seeing all the hand-drawn menus from legendary local restaurants brought back so many memories of the city's food culture and history.

Baseman's playful, surreal style - full of cartoon-like characters, bold colors, and dreamy details - turns these familiar places into something whimsical and deeply personal.

The fact that the exhibit was free made it even better - and on the day I went, there was even a fruit stand outside giving out free fruit.

📍6099 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048


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17
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"Off the Menu" by Gary Baseman at Johnie's feels like flipping through a nostalgic scrapbook of Los Angeles.

Set inside the iconic former coffee shop on Wilshire - with its retro booths, Googie architecture, and old Hollywood diner energy - the space itself feels like a time capsule of LA. Seeing all the hand-drawn menus from legendary local restaurants brought back so many memories of the city's food culture and history.

Baseman's playful, surreal style - full of cartoon-like characters, bold colors, and dreamy details - turns these familiar places into something whimsical and deeply personal.

The fact that the exhibit was free made it even better - and on the day I went, there was even a fruit stand outside giving out free fruit.

📍6099 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048


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"Off the Menu" by Gary Baseman at Johnie's feels like flipping through a nostalgic scrapbook of Los Angeles.

Set inside the iconic former coffee shop on Wilshire - with its retro booths, Googie architecture, and old Hollywood diner energy - the space itself feels like a time capsule of LA. Seeing all the hand-drawn menus from legendary local restaurants brought back so many memories of the city's food culture and history.

Baseman's playful, surreal style - full of cartoon-like characters, bold colors, and dreamy details - turns these familiar places into something whimsical and deeply personal.

The fact that the exhibit was free made it even better - and on the day I went, there was even a fruit stand outside giving out free fruit.

📍6099 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048


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"Off the Menu" by Gary Baseman at Johnie's feels like flipping through a nostalgic scrapbook of Los Angeles.

Set inside the iconic former coffee shop on Wilshire - with its retro booths, Googie architecture, and old Hollywood diner energy - the space itself feels like a time capsule of LA. Seeing all the hand-drawn menus from legendary local restaurants brought back so many memories of the city's food culture and history.

Baseman's playful, surreal style - full of cartoon-like characters, bold colors, and dreamy details - turns these familiar places into something whimsical and deeply personal.

The fact that the exhibit was free made it even better - and on the day I went, there was even a fruit stand outside giving out free fruit.

📍6099 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048


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17
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"Off the Menu" by Gary Baseman at Johnie's feels like flipping through a nostalgic scrapbook of Los Angeles.

Set inside the iconic former coffee shop on Wilshire - with its retro booths, Googie architecture, and old Hollywood diner energy - the space itself feels like a time capsule of LA. Seeing all the hand-drawn menus from legendary local restaurants brought back so many memories of the city's food culture and history.

Baseman's playful, surreal style - full of cartoon-like characters, bold colors, and dreamy details - turns these familiar places into something whimsical and deeply personal.

The fact that the exhibit was free made it even better - and on the day I went, there was even a fruit stand outside giving out free fruit.

📍6099 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048


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"Off the Menu" by Gary Baseman at Johnie's feels like flipping through a nostalgic scrapbook of Los Angeles.

Set inside the iconic former coffee shop on Wilshire - with its retro booths, Googie architecture, and old Hollywood diner energy - the space itself feels like a time capsule of LA. Seeing all the hand-drawn menus from legendary local restaurants brought back so many memories of the city's food culture and history.

Baseman's playful, surreal style - full of cartoon-like characters, bold colors, and dreamy details - turns these familiar places into something whimsical and deeply personal.

The fact that the exhibit was free made it even better - and on the day I went, there was even a fruit stand outside giving out free fruit.

📍6099 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048


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"Off the Menu" by Gary Baseman at Johnie's feels like flipping through a nostalgic scrapbook of Los Angeles.

Set inside the iconic former coffee shop on Wilshire - with its retro booths, Googie architecture, and old Hollywood diner energy - the space itself feels like a time capsule of LA. Seeing all the hand-drawn menus from legendary local restaurants brought back so many memories of the city's food culture and history.

Baseman's playful, surreal style - full of cartoon-like characters, bold colors, and dreamy details - turns these familiar places into something whimsical and deeply personal.

The fact that the exhibit was free made it even better - and on the day I went, there was even a fruit stand outside giving out free fruit.

📍6099 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048


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"Off the Menu" by Gary Baseman at Johnie's feels like flipping through a nostalgic scrapbook of Los Angeles.

Set inside the iconic former coffee shop on Wilshire - with its retro booths, Googie architecture, and old Hollywood diner energy - the space itself feels like a time capsule of LA. Seeing all the hand-drawn menus from legendary local restaurants brought back so many memories of the city's food culture and history.

Baseman's playful, surreal style - full of cartoon-like characters, bold colors, and dreamy details - turns these familiar places into something whimsical and deeply personal.

The fact that the exhibit was free made it even better - and on the day I went, there was even a fruit stand outside giving out free fruit.

📍6099 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048


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1 days ago

"Off the Menu" by Gary Baseman at Johnie's feels like flipping through a nostalgic scrapbook of Los Angeles.

Set inside the iconic former coffee shop on Wilshire - with its retro booths, Googie architecture, and old Hollywood diner energy - the space itself feels like a time capsule of LA. Seeing all the hand-drawn menus from legendary local restaurants brought back so many memories of the city's food culture and history.

Baseman's playful, surreal style - full of cartoon-like characters, bold colors, and dreamy details - turns these familiar places into something whimsical and deeply personal.

The fact that the exhibit was free made it even better - and on the day I went, there was even a fruit stand outside giving out free fruit.

📍6099 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048


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17
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"Off the Menu" by Gary Baseman at Johnie's feels like flipping through a nostalgic scrapbook of Los Angeles.

Set inside the iconic former coffee shop on Wilshire - with its retro booths, Googie architecture, and old Hollywood diner energy - the space itself feels like a time capsule of LA. Seeing all the hand-drawn menus from legendary local restaurants brought back so many memories of the city's food culture and history.

Baseman's playful, surreal style - full of cartoon-like characters, bold colors, and dreamy details - turns these familiar places into something whimsical and deeply personal.

The fact that the exhibit was free made it even better - and on the day I went, there was even a fruit stand outside giving out free fruit.

📍6099 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048


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17
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"Off the Menu" by Gary Baseman at Johnie's feels like flipping through a nostalgic scrapbook of Los Angeles.

Set inside the iconic former coffee shop on Wilshire - with its retro booths, Googie architecture, and old Hollywood diner energy - the space itself feels like a time capsule of LA. Seeing all the hand-drawn menus from legendary local restaurants brought back so many memories of the city's food culture and history.

Baseman's playful, surreal style - full of cartoon-like characters, bold colors, and dreamy details - turns these familiar places into something whimsical and deeply personal.

The fact that the exhibit was free made it even better - and on the day I went, there was even a fruit stand outside giving out free fruit.

📍6099 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048


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17
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"Off the Menu" by Gary Baseman at Johnie's feels like flipping through a nostalgic scrapbook of Los Angeles.

Set inside the iconic former coffee shop on Wilshire - with its retro booths, Googie architecture, and old Hollywood diner energy - the space itself feels like a time capsule of LA. Seeing all the hand-drawn menus from legendary local restaurants brought back so many memories of the city's food culture and history.

Baseman's playful, surreal style - full of cartoon-like characters, bold colors, and dreamy details - turns these familiar places into something whimsical and deeply personal.

The fact that the exhibit was free made it even better - and on the day I went, there was even a fruit stand outside giving out free fruit.

📍6099 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048


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"Off the Menu" by Gary Baseman at Johnie's feels like flipping through a nostalgic scrapbook of Los Angeles.

Set inside the iconic former coffee shop on Wilshire - with its retro booths, Googie architecture, and old Hollywood diner energy - the space itself feels like a time capsule of LA. Seeing all the hand-drawn menus from legendary local restaurants brought back so many memories of the city's food culture and history.

Baseman's playful, surreal style - full of cartoon-like characters, bold colors, and dreamy details - turns these familiar places into something whimsical and deeply personal.

The fact that the exhibit was free made it even better - and on the day I went, there was even a fruit stand outside giving out free fruit.

📍6099 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048


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"Off the Menu" by Gary Baseman at Johnie's feels like flipping through a nostalgic scrapbook of Los Angeles.

Set inside the iconic former coffee shop on Wilshire - with its retro booths, Googie architecture, and old Hollywood diner energy - the space itself feels like a time capsule of LA. Seeing all the hand-drawn menus from legendary local restaurants brought back so many memories of the city's food culture and history.

Baseman's playful, surreal style - full of cartoon-like characters, bold colors, and dreamy details - turns these familiar places into something whimsical and deeply personal.

The fact that the exhibit was free made it even better - and on the day I went, there was even a fruit stand outside giving out free fruit.

📍6099 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048


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OFF THE MENU! 🐈‍⬛🐈‍⬛🩵🧡🔥
Beverly & Fairfax Enamel Pins!!!!

I put Beverly & Fairfax to work at Johnie’s Coffee Shop ready to serve you!!!
Get your set of these special playful pins and represent your love for LA Dining Culture and my kitties!!
While they last!!!


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OFF THE MENU! 🐈‍⬛🐈‍⬛🩵🧡🔥
Beverly & Fairfax Enamel Pins!!!!

I put Beverly & Fairfax to work at Johnie’s Coffee Shop ready to serve you!!!
Get your set of these special playful pins and represent your love for LA Dining Culture and my kitties!!
While they last!!!


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OFF THE MENU! 🐈‍⬛🐈‍⬛🩵🧡🔥
Beverly & Fairfax Enamel Pins!!!!

I put Beverly & Fairfax to work at Johnie’s Coffee Shop ready to serve you!!!
Get your set of these special playful pins and represent your love for LA Dining Culture and my kitties!!
While they last!!!


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LETTERPRESS PRINTS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE!!💥💥💥
I love these 4-color letterpress prints produced with @aardvarkletterpress who are also local born & bred Angelenos like me!
These prints celebrate my new exhibition, OFF THE MENU, showing now at @johniescoffeeshop on the corner of WILSHIRE & FAIRFAX, celebrating LA Dining Culture through my Dining & Drawing series!!
Come to my show open Thursday to Sunday, noon-7p through June 14th!
Collect a print in person or order one now online!!


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LETTERPRESS PRINTS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE!!💥💥💥
I love these 4-color letterpress prints produced with @aardvarkletterpress who are also local born & bred Angelenos like me!
These prints celebrate my new exhibition, OFF THE MENU, showing now at @johniescoffeeshop on the corner of WILSHIRE & FAIRFAX, celebrating LA Dining Culture through my Dining & Drawing series!!
Come to my show open Thursday to Sunday, noon-7p through June 14th!
Collect a print in person or order one now online!!


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This is one of the greatest LA exhibits I’ve seen. That’s because it’s filled with Los Angeles history. This is the defunct Johnie’s Coffee Shop located at Wilshire & Fairfax.Inside is an exhibit by artist @garybaseman called OFF THE MENU. It’s a love letter to Los Angeles restaurant culture.

Each piece of art is on the actual menus of LA restaurants, created by Baseman while dining. He calls these “action drawings”: a discipline that demands full engagement with the food, the moment, and his fellow diners, with each piece completed before the meal ends. The result is a body of work that transforms the everyday ritual of eating together into creative engagement.

EXHIBITION HOURS: Thursday through Sunday, Noon–7pm (Subject to change). Runs through Sunday, June 14, 2026. And it’s FREE

Perhaps we’re getting one step closer to Johnie’s opening up as a coffee shop once again. Thank you Gary for allowing us to take a trip back inside! What a treat for us Angeleno’s! I hadn’t been inside since it closed way back in 2000

(Thanks for filming this with me @kimberlybiehl!)

#VintageLosAngeles


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EEEEEATSCON ‘26 APPEARANCE TODAY!!!!💥💥💥
Come get a FREE LIMITED EDITION PRINT and say HI at @eeeeeatscon today at 1pm at the Santa Monica Barker Hanger!!
We created two special prints!
One celebrating @sqirlla which I created during one of my Dining & Drawing sessions having a delicious breakfast, and one celebrating @littlefish_melrosehill where I love their fish sandwiches!!!

Come explore all the delicious food options at this wonderful food fair!! Open Saturday & Sunday May 16-17 11-6p!!!
See you soon!!!


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EEEEEATSCON ‘26 APPEARANCE TODAY!!!!💥💥💥
Come get a FREE LIMITED EDITION PRINT and say HI at @eeeeeatscon today at 1pm at the Santa Monica Barker Hanger!!
We created two special prints!
One celebrating @sqirlla which I created during one of my Dining & Drawing sessions having a delicious breakfast, and one celebrating @littlefish_melrosehill where I love their fish sandwiches!!!

Come explore all the delicious food options at this wonderful food fair!! Open Saturday & Sunday May 16-17 11-6p!!!
See you soon!!!


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EEEEEATSCON ‘26 APPEARANCE TODAY!!!!💥💥💥
Come get a FREE LIMITED EDITION PRINT and say HI at @eeeeeatscon today at 1pm at the Santa Monica Barker Hanger!!
We created two special prints!
One celebrating @sqirlla which I created during one of my Dining & Drawing sessions having a delicious breakfast, and one celebrating @littlefish_melrosehill where I love their fish sandwiches!!!

Come explore all the delicious food options at this wonderful food fair!! Open Saturday & Sunday May 16-17 11-6p!!!
See you soon!!!


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Pt. 2 of 2: Chew on this: a diner that no longer serves food filled with menus functioning as canvases for works of art inspired by the nosh, environment and repartee.
That is OFF THE MENU, an exhibition at defunct Johnnie’s Coffee Shop, showcasing 40 works, mostly menus from adored restaurants throughout #LA, covered with the kooky characters served up by @garybaseman with the colored pencils he brings to dine out.

It’s an approach Gary dubs “action drawing”: full engagement with the meal, the moment, his fellow diners—and each work, be it on a menu or in one of his prized journals, completed before the meal ends.

The everyday ritual of dining as communal, creative experience.

It’s also very much a love letter to our hometown. El Coyote, Musso and Frank, The Formosa and Dominik’s are among the favorite eateries represented.
Canter’s takes an especially prized place as it’s where Gary’s late mom worked behind the counter for 35 years.

Gary attended storied Fairfax High down the avenue, as did one of the members of the family that took over Johhnie’s in 1994.It hasn’t operated as a diner since 2000.
No matter. The Fairfax-Wilshire location, in the heart of a ‘hood filled with museums and galleries, makes it ideal as an art space.

The place itself is as much a thing of art. The Armét & Davis-designed Googie building is, thankfully, a designated cultural monument. A relief in a city challenged in preserving its architectural landmarks.
It’s also a fave location, with The Big Lebowski, Reservoir Dogs, City of Angeles and other films, music vids and endless productions among its starry credits.

The space and Gary’s artwork needs to be savored in person.
So go.
The show is only through June 14, and only open Thurs-Sun.

In this post, the second half of scenes from the preview night May 7.
Don’t skip the previous post with more on the show and the evening. 🐈‍⬛🍕

📸 3,6,9,10,11,17,20 @demonicaphoto; rest by me.

#lavieenrose


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Pt. 2 of 2: Chew on this: a diner that no longer serves food filled with menus functioning as canvases for works of art inspired by the nosh, environment and repartee.
That is OFF THE MENU, an exhibition at defunct Johnnie’s Coffee Shop, showcasing 40 works, mostly menus from adored restaurants throughout #LA, covered with the kooky characters served up by @garybaseman with the colored pencils he brings to dine out.

It’s an approach Gary dubs “action drawing”: full engagement with the meal, the moment, his fellow diners—and each work, be it on a menu or in one of his prized journals, completed before the meal ends.

The everyday ritual of dining as communal, creative experience.

It’s also very much a love letter to our hometown. El Coyote, Musso and Frank, The Formosa and Dominik’s are among the favorite eateries represented.
Canter’s takes an especially prized place as it’s where Gary’s late mom worked behind the counter for 35 years.

Gary attended storied Fairfax High down the avenue, as did one of the members of the family that took over Johhnie’s in 1994.It hasn’t operated as a diner since 2000.
No matter. The Fairfax-Wilshire location, in the heart of a ‘hood filled with museums and galleries, makes it ideal as an art space.

The place itself is as much a thing of art. The Armét & Davis-designed Googie building is, thankfully, a designated cultural monument. A relief in a city challenged in preserving its architectural landmarks.
It’s also a fave location, with The Big Lebowski, Reservoir Dogs, City of Angeles and other films, music vids and endless productions among its starry credits.

The space and Gary’s artwork needs to be savored in person.
So go.
The show is only through June 14, and only open Thurs-Sun.

In this post, the second half of scenes from the preview night May 7.
Don’t skip the previous post with more on the show and the evening. 🐈‍⬛🍕

📸 3,6,9,10,11,17,20 @demonicaphoto; rest by me.

#lavieenrose


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6 days ago

Pt. 2 of 2: Chew on this: a diner that no longer serves food filled with menus functioning as canvases for works of art inspired by the nosh, environment and repartee.
That is OFF THE MENU, an exhibition at defunct Johnnie’s Coffee Shop, showcasing 40 works, mostly menus from adored restaurants throughout #LA, covered with the kooky characters served up by @garybaseman with the colored pencils he brings to dine out.

It’s an approach Gary dubs “action drawing”: full engagement with the meal, the moment, his fellow diners—and each work, be it on a menu or in one of his prized journals, completed before the meal ends.

The everyday ritual of dining as communal, creative experience.

It’s also very much a love letter to our hometown. El Coyote, Musso and Frank, The Formosa and Dominik’s are among the favorite eateries represented.
Canter’s takes an especially prized place as it’s where Gary’s late mom worked behind the counter for 35 years.

Gary attended storied Fairfax High down the avenue, as did one of the members of the family that took over Johhnie’s in 1994.It hasn’t operated as a diner since 2000.
No matter. The Fairfax-Wilshire location, in the heart of a ‘hood filled with museums and galleries, makes it ideal as an art space.

The place itself is as much a thing of art. The Armét & Davis-designed Googie building is, thankfully, a designated cultural monument. A relief in a city challenged in preserving its architectural landmarks.
It’s also a fave location, with The Big Lebowski, Reservoir Dogs, City of Angeles and other films, music vids and endless productions among its starry credits.

The space and Gary’s artwork needs to be savored in person.
So go.
The show is only through June 14, and only open Thurs-Sun.

In this post, the second half of scenes from the preview night May 7.
Don’t skip the previous post with more on the show and the evening. 🐈‍⬛🍕

📸 3,6,9,10,11,17,20 @demonicaphoto; rest by me.

#lavieenrose


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Pt. 2 of 2: Chew on this: a diner that no longer serves food filled with menus functioning as canvases for works of art inspired by the nosh, environment and repartee.
That is OFF THE MENU, an exhibition at defunct Johnnie’s Coffee Shop, showcasing 40 works, mostly menus from adored restaurants throughout #LA, covered with the kooky characters served up by @garybaseman with the colored pencils he brings to dine out.

It’s an approach Gary dubs “action drawing”: full engagement with the meal, the moment, his fellow diners—and each work, be it on a menu or in one of his prized journals, completed before the meal ends.

The everyday ritual of dining as communal, creative experience.

It’s also very much a love letter to our hometown. El Coyote, Musso and Frank, The Formosa and Dominik’s are among the favorite eateries represented.
Canter’s takes an especially prized place as it’s where Gary’s late mom worked behind the counter for 35 years.

Gary attended storied Fairfax High down the avenue, as did one of the members of the family that took over Johhnie’s in 1994.It hasn’t operated as a diner since 2000.
No matter. The Fairfax-Wilshire location, in the heart of a ‘hood filled with museums and galleries, makes it ideal as an art space.

The place itself is as much a thing of art. The Armét & Davis-designed Googie building is, thankfully, a designated cultural monument. A relief in a city challenged in preserving its architectural landmarks.
It’s also a fave location, with The Big Lebowski, Reservoir Dogs, City of Angeles and other films, music vids and endless productions among its starry credits.

The space and Gary’s artwork needs to be savored in person.
So go.
The show is only through June 14, and only open Thurs-Sun.

In this post, the second half of scenes from the preview night May 7.
Don’t skip the previous post with more on the show and the evening. 🐈‍⬛🍕

📸 3,6,9,10,11,17,20 @demonicaphoto; rest by me.

#lavieenrose


560
22
6 days ago

Pt. 2 of 2: Chew on this: a diner that no longer serves food filled with menus functioning as canvases for works of art inspired by the nosh, environment and repartee.
That is OFF THE MENU, an exhibition at defunct Johnnie’s Coffee Shop, showcasing 40 works, mostly menus from adored restaurants throughout #LA, covered with the kooky characters served up by @garybaseman with the colored pencils he brings to dine out.

It’s an approach Gary dubs “action drawing”: full engagement with the meal, the moment, his fellow diners—and each work, be it on a menu or in one of his prized journals, completed before the meal ends.

The everyday ritual of dining as communal, creative experience.

It’s also very much a love letter to our hometown. El Coyote, Musso and Frank, The Formosa and Dominik’s are among the favorite eateries represented.
Canter’s takes an especially prized place as it’s where Gary’s late mom worked behind the counter for 35 years.

Gary attended storied Fairfax High down the avenue, as did one of the members of the family that took over Johhnie’s in 1994.It hasn’t operated as a diner since 2000.
No matter. The Fairfax-Wilshire location, in the heart of a ‘hood filled with museums and galleries, makes it ideal as an art space.

The place itself is as much a thing of art. The Armét & Davis-designed Googie building is, thankfully, a designated cultural monument. A relief in a city challenged in preserving its architectural landmarks.
It’s also a fave location, with The Big Lebowski, Reservoir Dogs, City of Angeles and other films, music vids and endless productions among its starry credits.

The space and Gary’s artwork needs to be savored in person.
So go.
The show is only through June 14, and only open Thurs-Sun.

In this post, the second half of scenes from the preview night May 7.
Don’t skip the previous post with more on the show and the evening. 🐈‍⬛🍕

📸 3,6,9,10,11,17,20 @demonicaphoto; rest by me.

#lavieenrose


560
22
6 days ago

Pt. 2 of 2: Chew on this: a diner that no longer serves food filled with menus functioning as canvases for works of art inspired by the nosh, environment and repartee.
That is OFF THE MENU, an exhibition at defunct Johnnie’s Coffee Shop, showcasing 40 works, mostly menus from adored restaurants throughout #LA, covered with the kooky characters served up by @garybaseman with the colored pencils he brings to dine out.

It’s an approach Gary dubs “action drawing”: full engagement with the meal, the moment, his fellow diners—and each work, be it on a menu or in one of his prized journals, completed before the meal ends.

The everyday ritual of dining as communal, creative experience.

It’s also very much a love letter to our hometown. El Coyote, Musso and Frank, The Formosa and Dominik’s are among the favorite eateries represented.
Canter’s takes an especially prized place as it’s where Gary’s late mom worked behind the counter for 35 years.

Gary attended storied Fairfax High down the avenue, as did one of the members of the family that took over Johhnie’s in 1994.It hasn’t operated as a diner since 2000.
No matter. The Fairfax-Wilshire location, in the heart of a ‘hood filled with museums and galleries, makes it ideal as an art space.

The place itself is as much a thing of art. The Armét & Davis-designed Googie building is, thankfully, a designated cultural monument. A relief in a city challenged in preserving its architectural landmarks.
It’s also a fave location, with The Big Lebowski, Reservoir Dogs, City of Angeles and other films, music vids and endless productions among its starry credits.

The space and Gary’s artwork needs to be savored in person.
So go.
The show is only through June 14, and only open Thurs-Sun.

In this post, the second half of scenes from the preview night May 7.
Don’t skip the previous post with more on the show and the evening. 🐈‍⬛🍕

📸 3,6,9,10,11,17,20 @demonicaphoto; rest by me.

#lavieenrose


560
22
6 days ago

Pt. 2 of 2: Chew on this: a diner that no longer serves food filled with menus functioning as canvases for works of art inspired by the nosh, environment and repartee.
That is OFF THE MENU, an exhibition at defunct Johnnie’s Coffee Shop, showcasing 40 works, mostly menus from adored restaurants throughout #LA, covered with the kooky characters served up by @garybaseman with the colored pencils he brings to dine out.

It’s an approach Gary dubs “action drawing”: full engagement with the meal, the moment, his fellow diners—and each work, be it on a menu or in one of his prized journals, completed before the meal ends.

The everyday ritual of dining as communal, creative experience.

It’s also very much a love letter to our hometown. El Coyote, Musso and Frank, The Formosa and Dominik’s are among the favorite eateries represented.
Canter’s takes an especially prized place as it’s where Gary’s late mom worked behind the counter for 35 years.

Gary attended storied Fairfax High down the avenue, as did one of the members of the family that took over Johhnie’s in 1994.It hasn’t operated as a diner since 2000.
No matter. The Fairfax-Wilshire location, in the heart of a ‘hood filled with museums and galleries, makes it ideal as an art space.

The place itself is as much a thing of art. The Armét & Davis-designed Googie building is, thankfully, a designated cultural monument. A relief in a city challenged in preserving its architectural landmarks.
It’s also a fave location, with The Big Lebowski, Reservoir Dogs, City of Angeles and other films, music vids and endless productions among its starry credits.

The space and Gary’s artwork needs to be savored in person.
So go.
The show is only through June 14, and only open Thurs-Sun.

In this post, the second half of scenes from the preview night May 7.
Don’t skip the previous post with more on the show and the evening. 🐈‍⬛🍕

📸 3,6,9,10,11,17,20 @demonicaphoto; rest by me.

#lavieenrose


560
22
6 days ago

Pt. 2 of 2: Chew on this: a diner that no longer serves food filled with menus functioning as canvases for works of art inspired by the nosh, environment and repartee.
That is OFF THE MENU, an exhibition at defunct Johnnie’s Coffee Shop, showcasing 40 works, mostly menus from adored restaurants throughout #LA, covered with the kooky characters served up by @garybaseman with the colored pencils he brings to dine out.

It’s an approach Gary dubs “action drawing”: full engagement with the meal, the moment, his fellow diners—and each work, be it on a menu or in one of his prized journals, completed before the meal ends.

The everyday ritual of dining as communal, creative experience.

It’s also very much a love letter to our hometown. El Coyote, Musso and Frank, The Formosa and Dominik’s are among the favorite eateries represented.
Canter’s takes an especially prized place as it’s where Gary’s late mom worked behind the counter for 35 years.

Gary attended storied Fairfax High down the avenue, as did one of the members of the family that took over Johhnie’s in 1994.It hasn’t operated as a diner since 2000.
No matter. The Fairfax-Wilshire location, in the heart of a ‘hood filled with museums and galleries, makes it ideal as an art space.

The place itself is as much a thing of art. The Armét & Davis-designed Googie building is, thankfully, a designated cultural monument. A relief in a city challenged in preserving its architectural landmarks.
It’s also a fave location, with The Big Lebowski, Reservoir Dogs, City of Angeles and other films, music vids and endless productions among its starry credits.

The space and Gary’s artwork needs to be savored in person.
So go.
The show is only through June 14, and only open Thurs-Sun.

In this post, the second half of scenes from the preview night May 7.
Don’t skip the previous post with more on the show and the evening. 🐈‍⬛🍕

📸 3,6,9,10,11,17,20 @demonicaphoto; rest by me.

#lavieenrose


560
22
6 days ago

Pt. 2 of 2: Chew on this: a diner that no longer serves food filled with menus functioning as canvases for works of art inspired by the nosh, environment and repartee.
That is OFF THE MENU, an exhibition at defunct Johnnie’s Coffee Shop, showcasing 40 works, mostly menus from adored restaurants throughout #LA, covered with the kooky characters served up by @garybaseman with the colored pencils he brings to dine out.

It’s an approach Gary dubs “action drawing”: full engagement with the meal, the moment, his fellow diners—and each work, be it on a menu or in one of his prized journals, completed before the meal ends.

The everyday ritual of dining as communal, creative experience.

It’s also very much a love letter to our hometown. El Coyote, Musso and Frank, The Formosa and Dominik’s are among the favorite eateries represented.
Canter’s takes an especially prized place as it’s where Gary’s late mom worked behind the counter for 35 years.

Gary attended storied Fairfax High down the avenue, as did one of the members of the family that took over Johhnie’s in 1994.It hasn’t operated as a diner since 2000.
No matter. The Fairfax-Wilshire location, in the heart of a ‘hood filled with museums and galleries, makes it ideal as an art space.

The place itself is as much a thing of art. The Armét & Davis-designed Googie building is, thankfully, a designated cultural monument. A relief in a city challenged in preserving its architectural landmarks.
It’s also a fave location, with The Big Lebowski, Reservoir Dogs, City of Angeles and other films, music vids and endless productions among its starry credits.

The space and Gary’s artwork needs to be savored in person.
So go.
The show is only through June 14, and only open Thurs-Sun.

In this post, the second half of scenes from the preview night May 7.
Don’t skip the previous post with more on the show and the evening. 🐈‍⬛🍕

📸 3,6,9,10,11,17,20 @demonicaphoto; rest by me.

#lavieenrose


560
22
6 days ago

Pt. 2 of 2: Chew on this: a diner that no longer serves food filled with menus functioning as canvases for works of art inspired by the nosh, environment and repartee.
That is OFF THE MENU, an exhibition at defunct Johnnie’s Coffee Shop, showcasing 40 works, mostly menus from adored restaurants throughout #LA, covered with the kooky characters served up by @garybaseman with the colored pencils he brings to dine out.

It’s an approach Gary dubs “action drawing”: full engagement with the meal, the moment, his fellow diners—and each work, be it on a menu or in one of his prized journals, completed before the meal ends.

The everyday ritual of dining as communal, creative experience.

It’s also very much a love letter to our hometown. El Coyote, Musso and Frank, The Formosa and Dominik’s are among the favorite eateries represented.
Canter’s takes an especially prized place as it’s where Gary’s late mom worked behind the counter for 35 years.

Gary attended storied Fairfax High down the avenue, as did one of the members of the family that took over Johhnie’s in 1994.It hasn’t operated as a diner since 2000.
No matter. The Fairfax-Wilshire location, in the heart of a ‘hood filled with museums and galleries, makes it ideal as an art space.

The place itself is as much a thing of art. The Armét & Davis-designed Googie building is, thankfully, a designated cultural monument. A relief in a city challenged in preserving its architectural landmarks.
It’s also a fave location, with The Big Lebowski, Reservoir Dogs, City of Angeles and other films, music vids and endless productions among its starry credits.

The space and Gary’s artwork needs to be savored in person.
So go.
The show is only through June 14, and only open Thurs-Sun.

In this post, the second half of scenes from the preview night May 7.
Don’t skip the previous post with more on the show and the evening. 🐈‍⬛🍕

📸 3,6,9,10,11,17,20 @demonicaphoto; rest by me.

#lavieenrose


560
22
6 days ago

Pt. 2 of 2: Chew on this: a diner that no longer serves food filled with menus functioning as canvases for works of art inspired by the nosh, environment and repartee.
That is OFF THE MENU, an exhibition at defunct Johnnie’s Coffee Shop, showcasing 40 works, mostly menus from adored restaurants throughout #LA, covered with the kooky characters served up by @garybaseman with the colored pencils he brings to dine out.

It’s an approach Gary dubs “action drawing”: full engagement with the meal, the moment, his fellow diners—and each work, be it on a menu or in one of his prized journals, completed before the meal ends.

The everyday ritual of dining as communal, creative experience.

It’s also very much a love letter to our hometown. El Coyote, Musso and Frank, The Formosa and Dominik’s are among the favorite eateries represented.
Canter’s takes an especially prized place as it’s where Gary’s late mom worked behind the counter for 35 years.

Gary attended storied Fairfax High down the avenue, as did one of the members of the family that took over Johhnie’s in 1994.It hasn’t operated as a diner since 2000.
No matter. The Fairfax-Wilshire location, in the heart of a ‘hood filled with museums and galleries, makes it ideal as an art space.

The place itself is as much a thing of art. The Armét & Davis-designed Googie building is, thankfully, a designated cultural monument. A relief in a city challenged in preserving its architectural landmarks.
It’s also a fave location, with The Big Lebowski, Reservoir Dogs, City of Angeles and other films, music vids and endless productions among its starry credits.

The space and Gary’s artwork needs to be savored in person.
So go.
The show is only through June 14, and only open Thurs-Sun.

In this post, the second half of scenes from the preview night May 7.
Don’t skip the previous post with more on the show and the evening. 🐈‍⬛🍕

📸 3,6,9,10,11,17,20 @demonicaphoto; rest by me.

#lavieenrose


560
22
6 days ago

Pt. 2 of 2: Chew on this: a diner that no longer serves food filled with menus functioning as canvases for works of art inspired by the nosh, environment and repartee.
That is OFF THE MENU, an exhibition at defunct Johnnie’s Coffee Shop, showcasing 40 works, mostly menus from adored restaurants throughout #LA, covered with the kooky characters served up by @garybaseman with the colored pencils he brings to dine out.

It’s an approach Gary dubs “action drawing”: full engagement with the meal, the moment, his fellow diners—and each work, be it on a menu or in one of his prized journals, completed before the meal ends.

The everyday ritual of dining as communal, creative experience.

It’s also very much a love letter to our hometown. El Coyote, Musso and Frank, The Formosa and Dominik’s are among the favorite eateries represented.
Canter’s takes an especially prized place as it’s where Gary’s late mom worked behind the counter for 35 years.

Gary attended storied Fairfax High down the avenue, as did one of the members of the family that took over Johhnie’s in 1994.It hasn’t operated as a diner since 2000.
No matter. The Fairfax-Wilshire location, in the heart of a ‘hood filled with museums and galleries, makes it ideal as an art space.

The place itself is as much a thing of art. The Armét & Davis-designed Googie building is, thankfully, a designated cultural monument. A relief in a city challenged in preserving its architectural landmarks.
It’s also a fave location, with The Big Lebowski, Reservoir Dogs, City of Angeles and other films, music vids and endless productions among its starry credits.

The space and Gary’s artwork needs to be savored in person.
So go.
The show is only through June 14, and only open Thurs-Sun.

In this post, the second half of scenes from the preview night May 7.
Don’t skip the previous post with more on the show and the evening. 🐈‍⬛🍕

📸 3,6,9,10,11,17,20 @demonicaphoto; rest by me.

#lavieenrose


560
22
6 days ago

Pt. 2 of 2: Chew on this: a diner that no longer serves food filled with menus functioning as canvases for works of art inspired by the nosh, environment and repartee.
That is OFF THE MENU, an exhibition at defunct Johnnie’s Coffee Shop, showcasing 40 works, mostly menus from adored restaurants throughout #LA, covered with the kooky characters served up by @garybaseman with the colored pencils he brings to dine out.

It’s an approach Gary dubs “action drawing”: full engagement with the meal, the moment, his fellow diners—and each work, be it on a menu or in one of his prized journals, completed before the meal ends.

The everyday ritual of dining as communal, creative experience.

It’s also very much a love letter to our hometown. El Coyote, Musso and Frank, The Formosa and Dominik’s are among the favorite eateries represented.
Canter’s takes an especially prized place as it’s where Gary’s late mom worked behind the counter for 35 years.

Gary attended storied Fairfax High down the avenue, as did one of the members of the family that took over Johhnie’s in 1994.It hasn’t operated as a diner since 2000.
No matter. The Fairfax-Wilshire location, in the heart of a ‘hood filled with museums and galleries, makes it ideal as an art space.

The place itself is as much a thing of art. The Armét & Davis-designed Googie building is, thankfully, a designated cultural monument. A relief in a city challenged in preserving its architectural landmarks.
It’s also a fave location, with The Big Lebowski, Reservoir Dogs, City of Angeles and other films, music vids and endless productions among its starry credits.

The space and Gary’s artwork needs to be savored in person.
So go.
The show is only through June 14, and only open Thurs-Sun.

In this post, the second half of scenes from the preview night May 7.
Don’t skip the previous post with more on the show and the evening. 🐈‍⬛🍕

📸 3,6,9,10,11,17,20 @demonicaphoto; rest by me.

#lavieenrose


560
22
6 days ago

Pt. 2 of 2: Chew on this: a diner that no longer serves food filled with menus functioning as canvases for works of art inspired by the nosh, environment and repartee.
That is OFF THE MENU, an exhibition at defunct Johnnie’s Coffee Shop, showcasing 40 works, mostly menus from adored restaurants throughout #LA, covered with the kooky characters served up by @garybaseman with the colored pencils he brings to dine out.

It’s an approach Gary dubs “action drawing”: full engagement with the meal, the moment, his fellow diners—and each work, be it on a menu or in one of his prized journals, completed before the meal ends.

The everyday ritual of dining as communal, creative experience.

It’s also very much a love letter to our hometown. El Coyote, Musso and Frank, The Formosa and Dominik’s are among the favorite eateries represented.
Canter’s takes an especially prized place as it’s where Gary’s late mom worked behind the counter for 35 years.

Gary attended storied Fairfax High down the avenue, as did one of the members of the family that took over Johhnie’s in 1994.It hasn’t operated as a diner since 2000.
No matter. The Fairfax-Wilshire location, in the heart of a ‘hood filled with museums and galleries, makes it ideal as an art space.

The place itself is as much a thing of art. The Armét & Davis-designed Googie building is, thankfully, a designated cultural monument. A relief in a city challenged in preserving its architectural landmarks.
It’s also a fave location, with The Big Lebowski, Reservoir Dogs, City of Angeles and other films, music vids and endless productions among its starry credits.

The space and Gary’s artwork needs to be savored in person.
So go.
The show is only through June 14, and only open Thurs-Sun.

In this post, the second half of scenes from the preview night May 7.
Don’t skip the previous post with more on the show and the evening. 🐈‍⬛🍕

📸 3,6,9,10,11,17,20 @demonicaphoto; rest by me.

#lavieenrose


560
22
6 days ago

Pt. 2 of 2: Chew on this: a diner that no longer serves food filled with menus functioning as canvases for works of art inspired by the nosh, environment and repartee.
That is OFF THE MENU, an exhibition at defunct Johnnie’s Coffee Shop, showcasing 40 works, mostly menus from adored restaurants throughout #LA, covered with the kooky characters served up by @garybaseman with the colored pencils he brings to dine out.

It’s an approach Gary dubs “action drawing”: full engagement with the meal, the moment, his fellow diners—and each work, be it on a menu or in one of his prized journals, completed before the meal ends.

The everyday ritual of dining as communal, creative experience.

It’s also very much a love letter to our hometown. El Coyote, Musso and Frank, The Formosa and Dominik’s are among the favorite eateries represented.
Canter’s takes an especially prized place as it’s where Gary’s late mom worked behind the counter for 35 years.

Gary attended storied Fairfax High down the avenue, as did one of the members of the family that took over Johhnie’s in 1994.It hasn’t operated as a diner since 2000.
No matter. The Fairfax-Wilshire location, in the heart of a ‘hood filled with museums and galleries, makes it ideal as an art space.

The place itself is as much a thing of art. The Armét & Davis-designed Googie building is, thankfully, a designated cultural monument. A relief in a city challenged in preserving its architectural landmarks.
It’s also a fave location, with The Big Lebowski, Reservoir Dogs, City of Angeles and other films, music vids and endless productions among its starry credits.

The space and Gary’s artwork needs to be savored in person.
So go.
The show is only through June 14, and only open Thurs-Sun.

In this post, the second half of scenes from the preview night May 7.
Don’t skip the previous post with more on the show and the evening. 🐈‍⬛🍕

📸 3,6,9,10,11,17,20 @demonicaphoto; rest by me.

#lavieenrose


560
22
6 days ago

Pt. 2 of 2: Chew on this: a diner that no longer serves food filled with menus functioning as canvases for works of art inspired by the nosh, environment and repartee.
That is OFF THE MENU, an exhibition at defunct Johnnie’s Coffee Shop, showcasing 40 works, mostly menus from adored restaurants throughout #LA, covered with the kooky characters served up by @garybaseman with the colored pencils he brings to dine out.

It’s an approach Gary dubs “action drawing”: full engagement with the meal, the moment, his fellow diners—and each work, be it on a menu or in one of his prized journals, completed before the meal ends.

The everyday ritual of dining as communal, creative experience.

It’s also very much a love letter to our hometown. El Coyote, Musso and Frank, The Formosa and Dominik’s are among the favorite eateries represented.
Canter’s takes an especially prized place as it’s where Gary’s late mom worked behind the counter for 35 years.

Gary attended storied Fairfax High down the avenue, as did one of the members of the family that took over Johhnie’s in 1994.It hasn’t operated as a diner since 2000.
No matter. The Fairfax-Wilshire location, in the heart of a ‘hood filled with museums and galleries, makes it ideal as an art space.

The place itself is as much a thing of art. The Armét & Davis-designed Googie building is, thankfully, a designated cultural monument. A relief in a city challenged in preserving its architectural landmarks.
It’s also a fave location, with The Big Lebowski, Reservoir Dogs, City of Angeles and other films, music vids and endless productions among its starry credits.

The space and Gary’s artwork needs to be savored in person.
So go.
The show is only through June 14, and only open Thurs-Sun.

In this post, the second half of scenes from the preview night May 7.
Don’t skip the previous post with more on the show and the evening. 🐈‍⬛🍕

📸 3,6,9,10,11,17,20 @demonicaphoto; rest by me.

#lavieenrose


560
22
6 days ago

Pt. 2 of 2: Chew on this: a diner that no longer serves food filled with menus functioning as canvases for works of art inspired by the nosh, environment and repartee.
That is OFF THE MENU, an exhibition at defunct Johnnie’s Coffee Shop, showcasing 40 works, mostly menus from adored restaurants throughout #LA, covered with the kooky characters served up by @garybaseman with the colored pencils he brings to dine out.

It’s an approach Gary dubs “action drawing”: full engagement with the meal, the moment, his fellow diners—and each work, be it on a menu or in one of his prized journals, completed before the meal ends.

The everyday ritual of dining as communal, creative experience.

It’s also very much a love letter to our hometown. El Coyote, Musso and Frank, The Formosa and Dominik’s are among the favorite eateries represented.
Canter’s takes an especially prized place as it’s where Gary’s late mom worked behind the counter for 35 years.

Gary attended storied Fairfax High down the avenue, as did one of the members of the family that took over Johhnie’s in 1994.It hasn’t operated as a diner since 2000.
No matter. The Fairfax-Wilshire location, in the heart of a ‘hood filled with museums and galleries, makes it ideal as an art space.

The place itself is as much a thing of art. The Armét & Davis-designed Googie building is, thankfully, a designated cultural monument. A relief in a city challenged in preserving its architectural landmarks.
It’s also a fave location, with The Big Lebowski, Reservoir Dogs, City of Angeles and other films, music vids and endless productions among its starry credits.

The space and Gary’s artwork needs to be savored in person.
So go.
The show is only through June 14, and only open Thurs-Sun.

In this post, the second half of scenes from the preview night May 7.
Don’t skip the previous post with more on the show and the evening. 🐈‍⬛🍕

📸 3,6,9,10,11,17,20 @demonicaphoto; rest by me.

#lavieenrose


560
22
6 days ago

Pt. 2 of 2: Chew on this: a diner that no longer serves food filled with menus functioning as canvases for works of art inspired by the nosh, environment and repartee.
That is OFF THE MENU, an exhibition at defunct Johnnie’s Coffee Shop, showcasing 40 works, mostly menus from adored restaurants throughout #LA, covered with the kooky characters served up by @garybaseman with the colored pencils he brings to dine out.

It’s an approach Gary dubs “action drawing”: full engagement with the meal, the moment, his fellow diners—and each work, be it on a menu or in one of his prized journals, completed before the meal ends.

The everyday ritual of dining as communal, creative experience.

It’s also very much a love letter to our hometown. El Coyote, Musso and Frank, The Formosa and Dominik’s are among the favorite eateries represented.
Canter’s takes an especially prized place as it’s where Gary’s late mom worked behind the counter for 35 years.

Gary attended storied Fairfax High down the avenue, as did one of the members of the family that took over Johhnie’s in 1994.It hasn’t operated as a diner since 2000.
No matter. The Fairfax-Wilshire location, in the heart of a ‘hood filled with museums and galleries, makes it ideal as an art space.

The place itself is as much a thing of art. The Armét & Davis-designed Googie building is, thankfully, a designated cultural monument. A relief in a city challenged in preserving its architectural landmarks.
It’s also a fave location, with The Big Lebowski, Reservoir Dogs, City of Angeles and other films, music vids and endless productions among its starry credits.

The space and Gary’s artwork needs to be savored in person.
So go.
The show is only through June 14, and only open Thurs-Sun.

In this post, the second half of scenes from the preview night May 7.
Don’t skip the previous post with more on the show and the evening. 🐈‍⬛🍕

📸 3,6,9,10,11,17,20 @demonicaphoto; rest by me.

#lavieenrose


560
22
6 days ago

Pt. 2 of 2: Chew on this: a diner that no longer serves food filled with menus functioning as canvases for works of art inspired by the nosh, environment and repartee.
That is OFF THE MENU, an exhibition at defunct Johnnie’s Coffee Shop, showcasing 40 works, mostly menus from adored restaurants throughout #LA, covered with the kooky characters served up by @garybaseman with the colored pencils he brings to dine out.

It’s an approach Gary dubs “action drawing”: full engagement with the meal, the moment, his fellow diners—and each work, be it on a menu or in one of his prized journals, completed before the meal ends.

The everyday ritual of dining as communal, creative experience.

It’s also very much a love letter to our hometown. El Coyote, Musso and Frank, The Formosa and Dominik’s are among the favorite eateries represented.
Canter’s takes an especially prized place as it’s where Gary’s late mom worked behind the counter for 35 years.

Gary attended storied Fairfax High down the avenue, as did one of the members of the family that took over Johhnie’s in 1994.It hasn’t operated as a diner since 2000.
No matter. The Fairfax-Wilshire location, in the heart of a ‘hood filled with museums and galleries, makes it ideal as an art space.

The place itself is as much a thing of art. The Armét & Davis-designed Googie building is, thankfully, a designated cultural monument. A relief in a city challenged in preserving its architectural landmarks.
It’s also a fave location, with The Big Lebowski, Reservoir Dogs, City of Angeles and other films, music vids and endless productions among its starry credits.

The space and Gary’s artwork needs to be savored in person.
So go.
The show is only through June 14, and only open Thurs-Sun.

In this post, the second half of scenes from the preview night May 7.
Don’t skip the previous post with more on the show and the evening. 🐈‍⬛🍕

📸 3,6,9,10,11,17,20 @demonicaphoto; rest by me.

#lavieenrose


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Pt. 2 of 2: Chew on this: a diner that no longer serves food filled with menus functioning as canvases for works of art inspired by the nosh, environment and repartee.
That is OFF THE MENU, an exhibition at defunct Johnnie’s Coffee Shop, showcasing 40 works, mostly menus from adored restaurants throughout #LA, covered with the kooky characters served up by @garybaseman with the colored pencils he brings to dine out.

It’s an approach Gary dubs “action drawing”: full engagement with the meal, the moment, his fellow diners—and each work, be it on a menu or in one of his prized journals, completed before the meal ends.

The everyday ritual of dining as communal, creative experience.

It’s also very much a love letter to our hometown. El Coyote, Musso and Frank, The Formosa and Dominik’s are among the favorite eateries represented.
Canter’s takes an especially prized place as it’s where Gary’s late mom worked behind the counter for 35 years.

Gary attended storied Fairfax High down the avenue, as did one of the members of the family that took over Johhnie’s in 1994.It hasn’t operated as a diner since 2000.
No matter. The Fairfax-Wilshire location, in the heart of a ‘hood filled with museums and galleries, makes it ideal as an art space.

The place itself is as much a thing of art. The Armét & Davis-designed Googie building is, thankfully, a designated cultural monument. A relief in a city challenged in preserving its architectural landmarks.
It’s also a fave location, with The Big Lebowski, Reservoir Dogs, City of Angeles and other films, music vids and endless productions among its starry credits.

The space and Gary’s artwork needs to be savored in person.
So go.
The show is only through June 14, and only open Thurs-Sun.

In this post, the second half of scenes from the preview night May 7.
Don’t skip the previous post with more on the show and the evening. 🐈‍⬛🍕

📸 3,6,9,10,11,17,20 @demonicaphoto; rest by me.

#lavieenrose


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THE DAY THESE 5 BLACK KITTENS RULED MY WORLD!!!
Happy “Quince de Mayo Cinco de Gato!”
Today is the anniversary when we started fostering these special black kittens from the amazing folks at @luxepaws !

I was still so wounded from losing Bosko, my heart shattered, but @lulasphinx agreed to foster these 5 babies for just a couple days, that turned into a couple months! We decided to keep two, who became Beverly & Fairfax, and found homes for the other three with friends @vera_duffy & @pizzabagelheart

So today is a special day, celebrating my stint as a JUNGLE GYM!


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