About
CREATE YOUR OWN REALITY!
The Light Gallery was formed in 2007 as an outlet of expression for artists of all mediums, while showcasing both emerging and established artists who are unafraid of taking risks with their tools of creation. In it’s first two years of existence it has quickly established itself as Orange County’s premier venue for Underground, Lowbrow, Outsider & Urban Contemporary art. We also carry select books, magazines, clothing, music, & limited edition collectibles. The Gallery hosts monthly Art exhibitions , as well as featured weekly music events & comunity building workshops. Please Stay tuned to our Events Calendar for more info.
The Light Gallery features a state of the Art, Turbosound system, digital projector as well as a propane powered shuttle bus. It can hold 12-15 people, and will be making stops on a route around Costa Mesa so that our guests won’t have to drive!
We hope to inspire, inform and effect positive change within Orange County’s artist community. Our intention is to be an artists resource for exposure and entertainment, for the greater good of everyone involved!
Artwork:
To inquire about work from previous shows, work that has been sold, or upcoming or available pieces by a particular artist, email us @
thelightgallery@gmail.com
Who We Are:
Steven “E.T.7” Borts is the Sales director of the Light Gallery and currently also handles the roles of Curator, Creative Director, Art Director and Event planning. Steven has been producing & curating art events since 1997, and has a strong appreciation for timeless design. Having previously managed several art galleries in Orange County and is an admired figure within distinguished circles of art academia. With a background in sound engineering, design & multi-media production, he brings 15+ years of experience with helping shape & connect creative communities.
SUBMISSIONS:
We are always accepting Artist’s Submissions, so please contact us with more info on your creative talents. contact us: thelightgallery@gmail.com with “SUBMISSION” in the subject line.
PROCEDURES FOR REVIEWING PORTFOLIOS:
Thank you for your inquiry concerning our policy for reviewing new artist portfolios. Prior to sending your portfolio, we ask that you first familiarize yourself with our Gallery by visiting our website. After reviewing the gallery, if you believe your work is appropriate for review, we request that you send us samples in the following format only:
1. Hyperlink URL address or
2. No more than 5 samples sent as email attachments as JPG or PDF
3. Resumé (exhibition history, occupation, etc.)
After evaluating your work, if appropriate, we will contact you for a follow up. Thank you for considering the Light Gallery for representation of your work.
The Light Gallery is always looking to collaborate, contribute, host or take on new projects in or outside of our space. We have curated shows & produced events at various venues including the Santora & Spurgeon historic buildings in the Artist district of Santa Ana, Los Angeles, Nevada, and Grand Cayman.
If you are a corporate sponsor interested in underwriting one of our shows or collaborating on bringing a show to our area that’s touring to different cities, then please contact us to see ways that we may be able to collaborate. We will see what we can do to be of help, and we may be able to assist with promotions using our network of connections.
Commissioning Artists:
We have worked with an extensive roster of leading artists from around the world. If you are looking to hire a particular artist or designer for a commissioned piece or project, we would be more than glad to recommend an artist for your needs. Simply email us with the inquiry and we will respond to you shortly. Please indicate “Artist Inquiry” as the subject.
Many of the artists we work with are available for commissions and art licensing (for film, TV, advertising, etc.), so please inquire if you have any questions in regards to that.
We also consult for large acquisitions and installations for businesses, restaurants and retail locations. We will strive to meet any creative request, and via our network of artists, it is likely we can bring your concept to life – whether it be a vague idea or an elaborate vision.
HISTORY:
Before there was the Light Gallery
ON FLICKR:
http://flickr.com/photos/thelightgalleries