For regular prowlers of Hollywood gallery openings, Erin Falls requires little introduction. She only recently took the leap from New York to Los Angeles, where she serves as director of the Hannah Hoffman Gallery, nestled on Highland Avenue just south of the bustle of Santa Monica Boulevard. Hannah Hoffman Gallery bridges the two coasts with a host of New York ex-pats, including artists Matt Sheridan Smith, Joe Zorrilla, Jacob Kassay, and Sam Falls (whose name may sound familiar because he is Erin’s husband), and work from international artists such as Isabelle Cornaro and Jörg Immendorff.
Erin's gallery is in good company in Hollywood, which is blossoming into a gallery row. This nondescript area, once populated with anonymous shopping centers and vacant studio spaces, has rapidly transformed in recent years, thanks to renewed demand for practical but generous gallery spaces. Regen Projects, the prominent West Hollywood gallery, relocated around the corner from Hannah Hoffman Gallery in 2012; Perry Rubenstein Gallery showcased local legend Mike Kelley on Highland Avenue that same year; and Michael Kohn Gallery is set to open next month, just two blocks up the street.
Los Angeles lured Erin away from Gavin Brown’s Enterprise, the West Village gallery rooted in the Soho art scene of the early 90s. Her new role as gallery director certainly throws Erin into the public eye, but she is more likely to be found working on her own projects than hitting parties. Now settled in her new city, Erin plans to take some time to work on ceramics this summer. The busy gallerist found herself out of town last week, but shot us an e-mail with her LA favorites (palm trees, healthy restaurants), and least favorites (men’s feet).
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Three words that define your aesthetic?
Easy. Comfortable. Married.
What look were you into in high school?
70s platforms with flannels and baby braids
What is the most fun thing about your job?
The people I work with are really great.
If it was socially acceptable, I would:
Express more disgust upon seeing men's feet.
Best taco spot in Los Angeles?
I like Tacos Por Favor and Guisados.
Favorite movie about Los Angeles?
Back to the Beach
What is something you think everyone should try at least once?
Being really healthy
What is your favorite COS item?
I
Erin's gallery is in good company in Hollywood, which is blossoming into a gallery row. This nondescript area, once populated with anonymous shopping centers and vacant studio spaces, has rapidly transformed in recent years, thanks to renewed demand for practical but generous gallery spaces. Regen Projects, the prominent West Hollywood gallery, relocated around the corner from Hannah Hoffman Gallery in 2012; Perry Rubenstein Gallery showcased local legend Mike Kelley on Highland Avenue that same year; and Michael Kohn Gallery is set to open next month, just two blocks up the street.
Los Angeles lured Erin away from Gavin Brown’s Enterprise, the West Village gallery rooted in the Soho art scene of the early 90s. Her new role as gallery director certainly throws Erin into the public eye, but she is more likely to be found working on her own projects than hitting parties. Now settled in her new city, Erin plans to take some time to work on ceramics this summer. The busy gallerist found herself out of town last week, but shot us an e-mail with her LA favorites (palm trees, healthy restaurants), and least favorites (men’s feet).
View the COS at Opening Ceremony editorial HERE | Shop COS MEN'S and WOMEN'S
Three words that define your aesthetic?
Easy. Comfortable. Married.
What look were you into in high school?
70s platforms with flannels and baby braids
What is the most fun thing about your job?
The people I work with are really great.
If it was socially acceptable, I would:
Express more disgust upon seeing men's feet.
Best taco spot in Los Angeles?
I like Tacos Por Favor and Guisados.
Favorite movie about Los Angeles?
Back to the Beach
What is something you think everyone should try at least once?
Being really healthy
What is your favorite COS item?
I