Zarina Van Ranzow's Debut Solo Show Blends Family Photos and Music Portraits
On May 8, STONE/AGE Studios in East Los Angeles unveiled Zarina Van Ranzow's first solo exhibition, which includes her collections 'Let it Bleed' and 'Music for Lovers.' This series reinterprets archival family images and musician portraits through oil and airbrush techniques. Originating from Sri Lanka, Van Ranzow draws inspiration from a family album curated by her uncle. 'Let it Bleed' delves into themes of ancestral knowledge with faces that blend together, while 'Music for Lovers' features notable musicians such as Chaka Khan and Dee Dee Sharp. The exhibition is available by appointment until May 29 at 3400 Folsom St, Los Angeles, showcasing pieces like 'Yvette Marie' (2026) and 'Rose and Jill' (2025).
Key facts
- Exhibition opened May 8 at STONE/AGE Studios in East Los Angeles.
- Features works from series 'Let it Bleed' and 'Music for Lovers'.
- Artist Zarina Van Ranzow is originally from Sri Lanka.
- Series includes oil and airbrush paintings based on family photos and musician portraits.
- Only oil paintings are 'Shelter' and 'Untitled'.
- Musicians depicted include Chaka Khan, Dee Dee Sharp, and Strawberry Switchblade.
- Exhibition runs by appointment until May 29.
- Venue address: 3400 Folsom St, Los Angeles.
Entities
Artists
- Zarina Van Ranzow
- Chaka Khan
- Dee Dee Sharp
- Strawberry Switchblade
Institutions
- STONE/AGE Studios
Locations
- East Los Angeles
- Los Angeles
- Sri Lanka
- United Kingdom
- United States