Recently in Los Angeles the LACMA opened it's new Broad Contemporary Art Museum as "Phase 1" of the transformation of LACMA. The new building hosts all contemporary artists such as Andy Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Jeff Koons as well as many emerging new artists. The building is an amazing multi level red and white design with a giant elevator backdropped by non other than Andy Warhol pop art. Architect Renzo Piano did an amazing job of not only designing a bright and modern building to house these works of art, but to also bring spectacular views of the surrounding Los Angeles hills and vistas.
Our favorite works were the Jeff Koons collection of Inflatables sculptures and paintings. The giant balloon dog sculpture is amazing. For those who might find his work to be bullshit, think again. The detail in these pieces were so perfect that if I didn't know better I would actually think he made them out of real balloons instead of steel. I even managed to sneak off a couple of shots in the gallery without getting scolded. (sorry for the bad framing on the dog)
If you are in the LA area I highly suggest checking out the exhibit.
