MY LITTLE PONY Project 2012 Launch Event

May 5th marks the launch of the MY LITTLE PONY Project 2012 art exhibition, curated by Sweet Streets, and pop-up shop with a dazzling opening night celebration at Toy Art Gallery. Twenty-five notable artists have created their own one-of-a-kind painted MY LITTLE PONY 18-inch vinyl figures. The customized ponies will be available for sale during the run of the exhibition, ending May 26, 2012. Ten percent of the sales from the MY LITTLE PONY one-of-a-kind ponies will be donated to Give Kids The World. Music at the launch party will be provided by Dim Mak. Beginning the week of May 1, artists COPE2, Buff Monster, Indie184, and others will paint pony-inspired murals at Melrose boutiques De La Barracuda and Joyrich.

More Events going on Until May 26th!
Here is more info from www.toyartgallery.com

The MY LITTLE PONY Project Art Exhibition Takes Center Stage at The Toy Art Gallery in May
A Series of Events To Include Customized Ponies,
Screenings and a Family Day
Saturday, May 5 – May 26, 2012
Gallery Open Daily Monday – Saturday: 12pm – 8pm, Sunday 12pm-7pm
For special event times, please see below
Toy Art Gallery and Silent Movie Theater, Los Angeles

May 12, 2012 12 Noon-3pm
MY LITTLE PONY Project 2012 – Screenings at The Silent Movie Theater
611 North Fairfax Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Join the MY LITTLE PONY brand and friends for an enchanting afternoon of The Hub TV Network’s “My Little Pony Friendship is Magic” screenings at The Silent Movie Theater along with special guests, courtesy of Shout! Factory. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased in advance at www.welovefine.com. Set in the magical land of Equestria populated by colorful ponies, “My Little Pony Friendship is Magic” chronicles the adventures of the studious young unicorn Twilight Sparkle and her five pony friends as they teach one another about the most powerful magic of all, the magic of friendship! The animated series is produced by Hasbro Studios and airs Saturdays on The Hub TV Network.

May 12, 2012 5pm-8pm
MY LITTLE PONY Project 2012 – Signing and Meet & Greet at Toy Art Gallery
7571 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90046
Special guests from The Hub TV Network’s “My Little Pony Friendship is Magic” animated series will be available for autographs. This is a free event.

May 19, 2012 1pm-5pm
MY LITTLE PONY Project 2012 – Family Day at Toy Art Gallery
7571 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90046
MY LITTLE PONY Project 2012 welcomes all children and their families to Family Day. Fans of all ages are invited to enjoy a magical afternoon of face-painting, an arts n’ crafts workshop with the exhibition artists, Equestria-themed photo opportunity, “My Little Pony Friendship is Magic” episodes, and cupcakes.

May 26, 2012 Gallery Hours 12pm – 8pm
MY LITTLE PONY Project 2012 says farewell to Los Angeles on May 26. Come see the closing of an amazing 3-week exhibition and take advantage of viewing the ponies on display.

All MY LITTLE PONY Project 2012 events are open to the public. For more information and schedule updates, please visit MY LITTLE PONY Project 2012 Social Media Links:
Website: http://www.welovefine.com/content/14-my-little-pony-project-2012
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/sweetstreetsla
Twitter: @sweetstreetsla

And here is a little more about the artist from his website: http://malcomstuart.com

Malcolm Stuart lives and works in Los Angeles, CA. His work is a continuum of painting, costume, makeup and performance. Originally from Santa Rosa, CA, Malcolm has spent the better part of his life straddling the worlds of visual art and dance performance. Over the past several years, he has carefully woven the two together through the creation of costume and makeup for performances, but it wasn’t until his development of the air brush that his two dimensional forms could seamlessly merge with flesh and clothing. In addition to have several solo shows, Malcolm has also collaborated with Assume Vivid Astro Focus at Deitch Projects and has created a performance with Mike Smith and Mike Kelley at the Sculpture Center.

Outfit: Free People -Denim Jacket, Maurie & Eve- Pink Button Down, Citizens Of Humanity Floral Thompson- Denim, Steve Madden- Boots