3/23/25 MONA Member’s Gallery Walkthrough with David Otis Johnson
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MONA Members Gallery Walkthrough with David Otis Johnson
Sunday, March 23, 1-3pm (walkthrough at 2pm)
MONA members are invited to an exclusive tour of Body Heat by David Otis Johnson at LAUNCH Gallery. Admire the works of the longtime MONA exhibiting artist, neon instructor, and sign restorer and then join David Otis Johnson and LAUNCH Gallery Director James Panozzo for a tour of the exhibition at 2pm.
Body Heat features a collection of neon sculptures and text-based works that challenge viewers to question the pervasive impact of consumer culture on identity. David Otis Johnson’s sculptures intertwine luminous lines and dynamic forms, evoking a harmonious interplay between light and space. With each piece he invites viewers to explore the boundaries of reality and the ethereal beauty that lies within the intangible realm.
Membership will be verified and members may bring one non-member guest. RSVP is required by March 20th. Verified members will receive the exact location in Mid City via email after their membership is verified. Membership to MONA starts at $35 and can be purchased in advance of the event. https://neonmona.app.neoncrm.com/forms/members
About David Otis Johnson
David Otis Johnson currently lives and works in Southern California. He earned a BA in Fine Art from Hastings College in Hastings, NE where he also studied Biology and Art History. From there he went on to work for textile sculptor Sheila Hicks in Paris, France, to bend neon at the Hollywood School of Neon in Hollywood, FL, and to obtain an MFA at the San Francisco Art Institute in San Francisco, CA. He is a steward of neon not only in his own artwork but also in the restoration of notable artworks of other artists as well as movie props and other beacons of cultural significance.
David Otis Johnson currently lives and works in Southern California. He earned a BA in Fine Art from Hastings College in Hastings, NE where he also studied Biology and Art History. From there he went on to work for textile sculptor Sheila Hicks in Paris, France, to bend neon at the Hollywood School of Neon in Hollywood, FL, and to obtain an MFA at the San Francisco Art Institute in San Francisco, CA. He is a steward of neon not only in his own artwork but also in the restoration of notable artworks of other artists as well as movie props and other beacons of cultural significance.
LAUNCH LA believes that exposure to the arts enhances quality of life and strengthens community by fostering a shared appreciation for creative expression in all its forms. Passionate about supporting artists, LAUNCH LA provides opportunities for them to showcase their work and ideas that resonate with contemporary society to an engaged audience at significant events across Los Angeles. The organization upholds these values by offering arts and culture programming throughout the year at its gallery and project space on La Brea Avenue, as well as through multidisciplinary programs at TARFEST—its annual free music and arts festival celebrating its 20th year—along with periodic showcases and collaborations in various Los Angeles neighborhoods.
Body Heat opens on March 15th and will remain on view until March 29th at LAUNCH Gallery.
