Exhibition Spaces
Most of the artwork exhibited at VG is on permanent display whereas we host temporary exhibitions of new work by the artists at VG as well as outside artists. While the temporary exhibitions are generally displayed in the Main Gallery, the permanent collection is exhibited throughout Venusian Gardens, including the stairwell, the bathrooms, the side garden and even sometimes the catering kitchen. In an effort to provide a manageable means of presenting the vast amount of artwork and interior design pieces at VG on this website, the works are presented here based on their exhibition space location rather than by distinguishing features of the works themselves.
The Main Gallery is on the second story of VG and is quite spacious, with a 34-foot peaked cypress ceiling and beautiful red pine floors original to this historic church.The space at the rear of the Main Gallery is an exhibition room that is partitioned from the main space by two walls that provide 3 large entries that communicate with the main space. The third story consists of three loft spaces that all overlook the Main Gallery: the Choir Loft, the Piano Loft and the Observation Loft.
Glasslight Studio occupies the ground floor of VG. As a functioning sculpture studio much of the space is off limits for events but the foyer and bathroom can be utilized. The foyer can serve as a staging area as well as a food and beverage service area for exhibitions and events.
There is a large outdoor garden adjacent to the main building of VG that can be utilized for exhibitions and in the future may provide additioal display of outdoor sculpture. It can accommodate 100 people and it allows for tables, tents and a staging area for performers. It has its own entry acces to Franklin Avenue.
Main Gallery
The Main Gallery is where most of the action is for exhibitions and events, This area has undergone extensive renovations recently – more photos are forthcoming.
Main Gallery – Rear Exhibition
The rear exhibition space of the Main Gallery provides an area with less ambient daylight to enhance display of artwork that favors a darker environment. It is functionally separate from the main space which allows it to be used as a food service area or as a staging area for performance events.
Choir Loft
The Choir Loft looks out from over the rear of the Main Gallery and can be closed off to provide intimacy. It can serve as a VIP lounge with its private bathroom or as a staging area for weddings or other special events.
Piano Loft
The Piano Loft looks out from over the front of the Main Gallery. It accommodates musicians and performers but can also function as a stage for individual speakers.
Observation Loft
The Observation Loft looks out from over the side of the Main Gallery. It provides cocktail tables and chairs that allow a full view of the Main Gallery and the Piano Loft.
Stairwell
The Stairwell holds some illuminating surprises – a large grouping of neon & blown glass Hana suspended along three stories as well as several sculptures of very different styles.
Bathroom 1 – Main Gallery
The first bathroom on the Main Gallery floor features a custom countertop with countersunk glass sink lit from below with neon that simultaneously provides a soft glow below.
Bathroom 2 – Main Gallery
Similar to the first bathroom on the Main Gallery floor, the second onbe also features a custom countertop with underlit countersunk glass sink Like the first sink the countertop is also highlighted with colorful glass lenses underlit from below..
glasslight Studio
Glasslight is a functional sculpture studio where most of the artwork displayed in the gallery is constructed. It can serve as an accessory space for various functions.
Outdoor Garden
The outdoor garden is quite spacious with its own entrance to Franklin Ave. as well as from VG. It provides a lovely environment for outdoor events with plenty of room for tables, tents and live entertainment and catering.
