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Atelier on Sunset Launches Magic Box Gallery with Matt Smiley's "Down the Rabbit Hole"
Los Angeles, CA - February 25, 2025 - Atelier on Sunset, the luxury conscious retail concept by Leah Cohen, announces its expansion into fine art curation with the launch of the Magic Box Gallery at Mondrian Los Angeles. The inaugural exhibition "Down the Rabbit Hole" by acclaimed artist Matt Smiley opens March 13th at 6:30 pm, marking a new chapter in the hotel's cultural programming.
This strategic expansion aligns with Atelier's commitment to conscious commerce and local artistry, transforming the iconic Magic Box space into a dynamic platform for contemporary art. The exhibition, curated by Cohen, represents Atelier's first venture into fine art curation, bridging the gap between sustainable luxury retail and immersive art experiences.
"Down the Rabbit Hole" features over 15 works that reimagine the iconic smiley face through a surreal lens, drawing inspiration from literary giants like Lewis Carroll, Lord Byron, and Edgar Allan Poe. The exhibition, housed in the hotel's striking glass gallery, creates a dialogue between Mondrian's storied design heritage and contemporary artistic expression.
About Atelier at Mondrian:
Located in the lobby of Mondrian Los Angeles, Atelier represents a new paradigm in conscious retail, offering a carefully curated selection of sustainable luxury products while supporting local artisans and designers. The Magic Box Gallery expansion reinforces Atelier's position as a cultural cornerstone of the Sunset Strip.
About Matt Smiley:
A Canadian-born, Los Angeles-based artist and filmmaker, Smiley's work spans visual art and documentary filmmaking, including the award-winning "Highway of Tears" and "For Love." His neo-expressionist and post-pop art style challenges viewers to explore deeper meanings beneath familiar symbols.
For media inquiries and RSVP:
Leah Harper Cohen
Email: hi@atelieronsunset.com
Instagram: @matt_smiley | @atelieronsunset
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