This December, Art Queen gallery is thrilled to present a one-of-a-kind solo exhibition by multimedia artist Eric Leiser. Leiser is an American filmmaker, animator, and holographer whose accomplishments, particularly in the field of stop-motion animation, have won him numerous awards and international acclaim.
An alumni of CalArt’s Experimental Animation program, he creates animated and live action feature films and shorts as well as intricate works integrating animation, puppetry, painting, holography, live performance, and installation. He has exhibited works in numerous galleries, museums, and screenings across Europe, Asia, and America.
In Leiser’s upcoming “Puppets” exhibition at Art Queen Gallery, an extensive array of handmade puppets, from previous movie sets, will be on public display for the first time ever, allowing the audience to gleam a bit of the behind-the-scenes handiwork behind his enigmatic filmmaking. In addition to his miniature 3D marvels, the show will also feature numerous original drawings by the artist.
The opening reception night will be held on Friday Dec 2nd, from 5-8pm, and will include hot chocolate & other refreshments, a music performance by Less Bells, as well as a special film screening and presentation by Leiser at the adjoining Sun Alley Stage.
In addition, Leiser will conduct a live stop-motion animation demonstration the following afternoon, on Saturday Dec 3rd, from 2-6pm in the Art Queen courtyard. Guests are welcome to stop by, enjoy some refreshments, check out Leiser’s outdoor holographic displays, and watch the artist create animation before their very eyes.
Both events will be free to the public, and are a unique opportunity to learn about the artist’s avant-garde fine art process. The PUPPETS gallery exhibition itself will run through the end of January, 2023.
