"Night Gallery" and the downtown LA arts scene

I was involved in co-producing another event at the old Regent Theater in downtown LA this past weekend. An old burlesque theater and last seen as an adult film house, it was an ideal setting for the muti-media, multi-sensory 'Night Gallery'. A perfect venue for the art-goth/dark romantic sounds of David J (of Bauhaus and Love&Rockets lore), and Black Cat, a performance by 'ElectrOpera', art and photography from Timothy Williams (working exclusively with found objects), Joel Daavid, Jennifer Hart, and the hand-made fashion stylings of Iceland's own Stella Dottir.
I chose to participate under the EcoNouveau banner because I feel very strongly about branching out from the predictable 'green' events and delve deeply into art, fashion, music and film communities who want to be a part of the 'sustainable planet' movement but aren't necessarily bought into the current monotone vibe and message. I look for communities that have a strong do-it-yourself mentality and are passionate about their art and artists.
The art-goth scene is a powerful collective where both of these tenets ring true. There is probably more 'eco-fashion' at one of these type of gatherings than most green focused events that I've attended as recycled, repurposed, hand-made, thrift store chic rules the day here.
For many a music lover, David J's band Bauhaus was an incredibly influential act breathing life and inspiration to the post-punk world. They even named themselves after the german movement meaning "House of Building" that combined crafts and the fine arts. Bauhaus style became one of the most persuasive currents in Modernist architecture and modern design. The Bauhaus movement had a profound influence upon subsequent developments in art, architecture, graphic design, interior design, industrial design and typography.
You see where I'm going with this eco-enthusiasts? Fusing 'green' ideals with artists beyond the usual suspect communities is imperative. These artists and their supporters are the essential champions, ambassadors and next wave front-liners who will communicate (and further) the mission we are on to implement a truly sustainable planet. Look at what underground art legend Shepard Fairey is doing in the social and political landscapes these days for a spot on example of this.
If you live in LA or are visiting, make sure that you dive into the incredibly robust art scene that is going on here. In my humble opinion, it is one of the biggest reasons why Downtown LA may finally be on the rise again.