Happy's Turning Two!

Join us Friday, Nov. 5 as Happy turns two. We'll also be welcoming new artists to Paper Trail and there'll be treats from Cake Pop LA. You say you can't look at art and eat delicious cake pops without wine and really nice people? We'll have those too! See you next Friday.



Opening Friday, November 5, 6-10pm

Nov. 5 – Nov. 30, 2010

Happy is pleased to present the November edition of Paper Trail. For the third offering of Paper Trail we welcome artists Amanda Church, Amparo Jelsma, Carl Smith and Devon Tsuno to our highly successful revolving group show of artists’ works on paper.

Paper Trail launched in September and features small works on paper by leading artists working in Los Angeles and beyond. A revolving and continuous show, Paper Trail presents new and exciting artists each month. The artists, in turn, have been invited to explore and exploit the medium of paper, giving viewers an opportunity to acquire good work by established artists at reasonable prices. Works are available for immediate purchase. We want to encourage a constant stream of art viewing, appreciation and consumption, inviting to both new and savvy collectors.



November Artists:

Amanda Church, Amparo Jelsma, Carl Smith and Devon Tsuno

Current Paper Trail Artists:

Sophia Allison, Susan Arena, Justina Blakeney, Michael Blasi, Rochelle Botello, Matthew Causey, Kris Chatterson, Audra Graziano, Corrie Gregory, Autumn Harrison, Aragna Ker, Elisabeth Kley, Joshua Levine, Li 'n Lee, Jay Lizo, Amy Maloof, Brigid Mason, Robert McCormack, Peter Owen, Sandy Rodriguez, Yong Sin, Amanda Tan, Kim Tucker, Laura Sharp Wilson and Penny Young.

Paper Trail Artist Spotlight: Kim Tucker

Artwork (or artist)that changed your life and why?

A Red Groom's show that blew my mind as a kid, Dolly Parton's glittery homespun perfection as a young adult, Claude Bell's Cabazon dinosaurs and Knott's Berry Farm floozies. John Ehn's Trapper's Lodge, THE BEST!

When did you first know you wanted to be an artist?

I guess I always did but I still struggle with it.

What do you like about making art in Los Angeles?

Los Angeles is a great place to make art, anything goes!

What do you dislike about making art in Los Angeles?

Difficulty finding good studio space.



Favorite book, film and food?

Book- Alcoa's Book of Decorations (1959 decorate your home with tin foil.)

Film- Paint Your Wagon

Food- Corn tortillas!



Favorite website?

I don't look at the Internet enough to have one...




Best art advice?

Keep making art and stay connected.

Born and raised in Los Angeles, Kim Tucker studied ceramic sculpture under the direction of Viola Frey and Arthur Gonzalez at the California College of Arts and Crafts, graduating with a B.F.A. Kim then went on to receive her M.F.A under the guidance of M.J. Bole from The Ohio State University. Kim is currently the teaching ceramics at Mount St. Mary’s College here in Los Angeles.

She will have a solo show of her work at L2 Kontemporary Gallery in Los Angeles in May of 2011. Kim's drawings can be seen in Paper Trail at Happy. Come by and see what she created especially for us!

November Means More Paper Trail and Our 2nd Anniversary!

November Paper Trail and Happy’s Second Anniversary!

Opening Friday, November 5, 6-10pm

Nov. 5 – Nov. 30, 2010

Happy is pleased to present the November edition of Paper Trail. For the third offering of Paper Trail we welcome artists Amanda Church, Amparo Jelsma, Carl Smith and Devon Tsuno to our highly successful revolving group show of artists’ works on paper.

Paper Trail launched in September and features small works on paper by leading artists working in Los Angeles and beyond. A revolving and continuous show, Paper Trail presents new and exciting artists each month. The artists, in turn, have been invited to explore and exploit the medium of paper, giving viewers an opportunity to acquire good work by established artists at reasonable prices. Works are available for immediate purchase. We want to encourage a constant stream of art viewing, appreciation and consumption, inviting to both new and savvy collectors.

In addition, on November 5, Happy will be celebrating its second anniversary. Located in Los Feliz, Happy stocks well designed home and lifestyle accessories and houses the Paper Trail gallery. Happy combines gift, garden and gallery to create a unique space, full of inspired gifts and thoughtful embellishments. Join owner Heather Arndt and the Happy family of local friends, craftspeople and artists for a night of food, art and fun.

November Artists:

Amanda Church, Amparo Jelsma, Carl Smith and Devon Tsuno

Current Paper Trail Artists:
Sophia Allison, Susan Arena, Justina Blakeney, Michael Blasi, Rochelle Botello, Matthew Causey, Kris Chatterson, Audra Graziano, Corrie Gregory, Autumn Harrison, Aragna Ker, Elisabeth Kley, Joshua Levine, Li 'n Lee, Jay Lizo, Amy Maloof, Brigid Mason, Robert McCormack, Peter Owen, Sandy Rodriguez, Yong Sin, Amanda Tan, Kim Tucker, Laura Sharp Wilson and Penny Young.

See you there!

Paper Trail Artist Spotlight: Kris Chatterson

Kris Chatterson was born in Orlando, FL. and currently lives and works in New York City. He received his BFA from the Ringling School of Art and Design and his MFA from Claremont Graduate University.

Happy: Artwork (or artist ) that changed your life and why?

Chatterson: Leslie Lerner changed my life. He was my painting teacher during my undergraduate years. He had more faith in me as a painter than I did at the start. He seemed to know things about my development as an artist that I would only come to understand later. I had the feeling that he trusted me to follow my intuition, which gave me the confidence to explore all sorts of crazy directions.



Happy: When did you first know you wanted to be an artist?

Chatterson: I'm not sure I ever wanted to be an artist, I think I always was one. There is nothing else I could do with my life. In many ways, art saved me. There was a moment in my life when I knew that it was what I needed to do. In high school, I was directionless, and so I ended up causing trouble. That often landed me in the administrator's office. During my senior year, I landed in in-school suspension. At that time, my first class of the day was painting, so my friends went to the teacher to get my painting and materials so that I could "work" on my assignment. I spent the whole day quiet as a mouse, focused on my work. When I ran out of color they would send someone to reload my palette. It was like having an assistant! I had never painted for such a long stretch, that being the whole day, and I loved it. Once I found out about art school it was all over. I was going and that was all there was to it. So here I am.

Happy: What do you like about making art in Los Angeles (and/or NYC!)?

Chatterson: I loved the isolation of working in LA. It was at a time in my life where I needed to face myself to see what I was made of. Working in NYC is great because there is so much to see and do. People in New York are also more curious about art and will go out of their way to see it.

Happy: What do you dislike about making art in Los Angeles (and/or NYC!)?

Chatterson: LA can some times be too relaxed. Getting people over can be like pulling teeth. There is a part of New York that is very competitive. I see a lot of people using each other to improve their career. I find it rather silly and outdated.

Happy: Favorite book, film and food?

Chatterson: Book- "Our Ecstatic Days" by Steve Erickson. Film- "Blade Runner" directed by Ridley Scott. Food- Carrie's enchiladas.

Happy: Favorite website?

Chatterson: Facebook, I love it, I'm always on it.

Happy: Best art advice?

Chatterson: An artist's career is a marathon not a sprint. Work hard, take your time to develop, and be patient. Be nice.

For more info on Kris check out his website, www.kchatterson.com , or stop by Happy to see his sumptuous drawings in person!

October Paper Trail hosted by Scoops Ice Cream!

Opening Friday, October 1, 6-10pm

October 1 – October 31, 2010

Happy is pleased to present the October edition of Paper Trail. For our second offering of Paper Trail we welcome Los Angeles artists Matthew Causey, Brigid Mason and Yong Sin to our curated, revolving group show of artists’ works on paper



Paper Trail launched in September and features small works on paper by leading artists working in Los Angeles and beyond. A revolving and continuous show, Paper Trail presents new and exciting artists each month. The artists, in turn, have been invited to explore and exploit the medium of paper, giving viewers an opportunity to acquire good work by established artists at reasonable prices. Works are available for immediate purchase. We want to encourage a constant stream of art viewing, appreciation and consumption, inviting to both new and savvy collectors.

In addition, on October 1, Happy will be celebrating with its annual Scoops Ice Cream night. Wonderful flavors will be on-hand for all to enjoy, courtesy of Tai Kim and Scoops. Come by early ‘cause Scoops goes fast!




October Artists:
Matthew Causey
Brigid Mason
Yong Sin

Current Paper Trail Artists:
Sophia Allison, Susan Arena, Justina Blakeney, Michael Blasi, Rochelle Botello,
Kris Chatterson, Audra Graziano, Corrie Gregory, Autumn Harrison, Aragna Ker, Elisabeth Kley, Joshua Levine, Li 'n Lee, Jay Lizo, Amy Maloof, Robert McCormack, Peter Owen, Sandy Rodriguez, Amanda Tan, Kim Tucker, Laura Sharp Wilson and Penny Young.

Paper Trail Now On View!

Paper Trail opened with a great crowd of artists, art lovers and fans of Happy on Friday night. Come by and see for yourself what the fuss was all about!


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Paper Trail Opens Friday September 3

Paper Trail at Happy

a curated, revolving group show of artists’ works on paper

Opening Friday, September 3, 6-10pm

We are delighted to present Paper Trail at Happy. Paper Trail will launch on September 3, featuring small works on paper by leading artists working in Los Angeles and beyond. A revolving and continuous show, Paper Trail will present new and exciting artists each month. The artists, in turn, have been invited to explore and exploit the medium of paper for Paper Trail, giving viewers an opportunity to acquire good work by established artists at reasonable prices. Works are available for immediate purchase. We want to encourage a constant stream of art viewing, appreciation and consumption, inviting to both new and savvy collectors.

Paper Trail is housed in Happy’s new mezzanine gallery. The past year of shows has garnered much interest and press and we hope to continue to bring new artists, projects and events to the Los Feliz area. We are thrilled to have been able to work with so many talented and generous people. Curators Paul Evans and Heather Arndt invite you to join them for a great season of art and friends at Happy.

September artists:

Sophia Allison, Susan Arena, Justina Blakeney, Michael Blasi, Rochelle Botello, Kris Chatterson, Audra Graziano, Corrie Gregory, Autumn Harrison, Aragna Ker, Elisabeth Kley, Joshua Levine, Li 'n Lee, Jay Lizo, Amy Maloof, Robert McCormack, Peter Owen, Sandy Rodriguez, Amanda Tan, Kim Tucker, Laura Sharp Wilson and Penny Young.

See you at Paper Trail!

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