The Visual Art of Johnny Otis Opening Reception Saturday, July 13th 3-7pm

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“Boogie Stompers” 1989 by Johnny Otis, Acrylic on Canvas, 48 x 48

THE VISUAL ART OF JOHNNY OTIS

Exhibition Dates: July 11^th – August 31^st, 2024 // Opening Reception: Saturday, July 13^th 3-7pm

Legendary R&B and jazz musician Johnny Otis also painted, drew, sculpted, and cartooned. His creative energy was boundless and could not be limited to a single medium. Calabi Gallery is fortunate to be able to show a collection of his art consigned by the family of Terry Gould, his long time friend and manager.

Music themed artwork by a variety of other artists will also be showing, including Pele de Lappe, Mike Henderson (also a great musician!), Raymond Howell, Emmanuel Catarino Montoya, David Park, and more. Also featuring a selection of vintage rock ballroom posters.

An opening reception will be held on Saturday, July 13^th from 3-7pm. The exhibition will run July 11^th through August 31^st, 2024.

“Jazz Band” by Raymond Howell // “Lydia!” by Emmanuel Catarino Montoya // “Sidney Bechet in 1934” by Pele de Lappe