From Ararat to America: Works from 17 Contemporary Armenian Artists to be Featured at Special Exhibit Hosted by Forest Lawn-Glendale

MEDIA INVITATION

What:   Opening VIP and Media Reception: From Ararat to America"

   Unprecedented collection of art by contemporary Armenian artists will be featured in a 12-week exhibit at Forest Lawn Memorial-Park in Glendale

Who:   All greater Los Angeles media covering art or Armenia are welcome to come to the opening reception to meet the artists, view their works, and interact with local dignitaries and Forest Lawn executives

   Artists featured in the exhibit include many who have gained worldwide recognition for their works and contributions to the art community. The following artists work will be included in the exhibit: Martiros Adalian, Raffi Adalyan, Vladimir Atanian, Vahe Berberian, Vahe Fattal, Charles Garabedian, Gaspar Gharibyan, Kaloust Guedel (Guedelekian), Vachag (Vachik Der-Sarkisian), Samvel Harbardzumyan, Narine Isajanyan, Emil Kazaz, Alina Mnatsakanian, Alexander Sadoyan, Sev (Henrik Khachatryan), Zadik Zadikian, Zareh, and Suren Karapetian.

When:   April 25, 2003, 5:00 p.m. -- 8:00 p.m.

Where:   Forest Lawn Museum
   Forest Lawn-Glendale
   1712 S. Glendale Ave.
   Glendale, CA 91205
   323.340.4561
   www.forestlawn.com/visitors_guide/memorial_parks/glendale/

Information:   The exhibit is a celebration of Armenian art and artists in Los Angeles and a memorial to persecution of Armenians over the years. While memories of hardship and persecution are an integral part of the Armenian cultural, so is a rich collection of forms and images, skills and attitudes, all combining in the distinctive visions of the artists whose works are on display and who made the journey From Ararat to America."
   
    From Ararat to America" is part of Forest Lawn Museum Presents events which are designed to bring a diverse mix of community, cultural, and historic art and artists to the greater Los Angeles community.

Interview Opportunities
•   Forest Lawn executives and museum directors
•   Community, political, religious and cultural leaders
•   Contemporary Armenian artists whose works are on exhibit
•   Guests and visitors
Photo Opportunities:
•   Forest Lawns architecturally renowned museum and property
•   Original artwork with or with out the contemporary artists who created them
•   Ceremonies marking the opening of the exhibit and reflecting on Armenian heritage and culture

Note:   For media who cannot attend the opening reception, guided tours of the exhibit and individual interview opportunities will be available.