Studio Visit: Adam Silverman

See the bright Glendale space where the ceramic artist came into his own

Visiting ceramicist Adam Silverman‘s studio, we spy the artist surveying the vastness of his new space in Glendale, California. A large ceramic egg-shaped piece—glazed with a white crackled surface akin to barnacles—sits next to a smaller one the color of volcanic ash. Both pieces appear like excavated artifacts or treasures brought home from another planet. Silverman‘s space—a light-filled oasis of more than 4,000 square feet—is …

Jean Jullien’s ‘Poor Traits’ Exhibition

The French-born artist's first US show is a charming, earnest, selfie-encouraging delight

by Eva Glettner French-born, NYC-based artist Jean Jullien’s first US solo show, “Poor Traits,” opens tonight at LA’s HVW8 Gallery. It’s already been an extremely busy year for Jullien, whose illustrations grace pages of magazines and newspapers worldwide. Taking time from his editorial calendar to work “Poor Traits” has been a true labor of love—for the artist and his friends and family. For the project, …

Creative Combinations from Compartés Chocolate

Heritage production techniques meets contemporary flavor pairings in these sweet bars

There’s no such thing as too much chocolate. Though single origin bars are an excellent taste experience in the nuances of cocao from place to place, there’s something to be said for the inventive and unexpected. Los Angeles-based Compartés Chocolate has a 60-year history of producing exceptional handmade chocolate, but they’re not afraid to switch things up. Head chocolatier Jonathan Grahm‘s novel combination bars (and …