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10/01/2026

Recently, a curated selection of Theresa Kennedy’s artwork was acquired by a private collector in Los Osos, California. The works pictured above—Diamonds in Blue, Green Swirl, and Abstract #4—are part of a debut collection of Impressionism-influenced artwork. Measuring 12 x 6 inches, these intimate pieces were created with cold wax and oil on linen panels. Works by Kennedy () continue to be acquired by a diverse range of collectors locally throughout California and nationally.

From abstract compositions to evocative landscapes, Kennedy’s pieces invite viewers to uncover hidden depths through intricate layers and textures, blending visual storytelling with profound emotional expression. Her diverse artistic journey, spanning photography, print production, and now abstract art with cold wax, reflects a lifelong commitment to creative evolution and exploration.

While these specific pieces have entered a private collection, guests are invited to view an expanded selection of Kennedy’s current work on exhibition at Rosebud Coffee () in Highland Park and Rock Coffee House () in Eagle Rock. Additional exhibitions are scheduled for the fall season throughout our network.
Sector Seven Contemporary Art Gallery () operates a decentralized curatorial model, partnering with select architectural and cultural environments to present rotating, site-specific installations of original contemporary artwork.

To view the full collection of available works by Theresa Kennedy, visit the Available Works section through the link in our bio.

09/26/2026

09/25/2026

A curated selection of artwork by Robert Sherrill is currently being presented at the Jones Coffee Roasters in Pasadena. A selection of work highlighting local landmarks and natural scenes found in and around Pasadena. While the images above present a section of the full exhibition, Sherrill’s current art exhibition displays a combination of small to large format pieces.

In addition to these works currently being showcased at Jones Coffee Roasters (Jones Coffee Roasters), during the upcoming South Pasadena Arts Crawl newly produced small format artworks will also be available for acquisition. The South Pasadena city-wide Arts Crawl is scheduled for Saturday, October 17th from 3 PM to 9PM.

We invite you to experience the exhibition at Jones Coffee Roasters (693 S Raymond Ave, Pasadena, CA) daily from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Additionally, a series of newly produced, small-format works by Sherrill will be available for acquisition during the South Pasadena Arts Crawl on Saturday, October 17th, from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM. More information to be announced shortly!

To preview Robert Sherrill’s available works, visit the Available Works link in our bio.

09/20/2026

Exhibiting artwork throughout our network of Cultural Partners presents its own unique challenges, but it also offers fascinating insights into how art is actually experienced. Showcasing works around windows, furniture, and architectural features like doors and walkways acts as a blueprint for how a piece might live in a collector’s home or office. It allows guests to engage with the artwork in a comfortable, casual environment, often in areas they visit daily.

From the gallery’s perspective, presenting work in these vibrant venues reveals how art can completely transform an environment’s feel and vibe. It highlights how size, color, and framing affect the presence of a piece within a living space. It also invites surprising experimentation—discovering how one painting converses with another, or how a work resonates with existing decor or architectural features. Plus, taking a moment to enjoy a cup of while watching guests organically interact with the art is incredibly rewarding.

Currently on view at Jones Coffee Roasters in South Pasadena is a curated selection of works by Amy Nettleton, a contemporary oil painter whose practice investigates the line between representational landscape and rhythmic abstraction. A retired landscape architect, Nettleton brings a deep understanding of botany, ecology, and spatial design that profoundly informs her artistic process, grounding her work in the close observation of the natural world.

Working primarily en plein air with water-soluble oils, Nettleton relies heavily on palette knives to construct her compositions. By laying down thick, textured “lozenges” of pigment and scraping away layers to reveal the canvas beneath, she eschews rigid detailing in favor of capturing the immediate light, pattern, and energy of her environments. Often focusing on the steadfast presence of trees and the intricate patterns of their foliage, she heightens natural colors and allows intuition to finalize her bold, graphic shapes.

Guests are invited to explore this curated exhibition of available works by Amy Nettleton daily from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM during the cafe’s regular hours of operation.

09/19/2026

While I don’t consider myself an art curator—perhaps an art broker at best—if I were to do a curator’s pick of the week, I would select Stephen Dudro’s The Norton Simon. Fortunately, I’m able to view a wide selection of artwork both locally and internationally as I study the art market. Yet, I continue to return to Dudro’s work, especially to this particular piece.

While I understand the techniques used, the quality of the materials, and the artist’s background and approach, my personal connection to this piece comes down to how it makes me feel. The clouds remind me of autumn days living in South Pasadena—calm mornings walking to my favorite café. Then there are the mountain ranges and trees, invoking a nostalgic feeling of my beloved local landscape. More so, the Norton Simon itself, where I have spent countless hours exploring its galleries—walking the halls with friends, mentors, artists, and collectors met along the path. In particular, it reminds me of my first professional mentor, with whom I would walk the museum slowly and calmly as he shared his insights and feelings about the works.

When I meet with art collectors, while there is always an interest in technique, quality, and the artists themselves, they ultimately speak in terms of the sentiments the artwork invokes. While exploring a private collection in Guatemala hosted by a lovely couple—a collection spanning from ancient Mayan hieroglyphics to recent contemporary works by international artists—each piece’s value was described by how it made them feel. The collection was a tapestry of their joint experiences exploring the art world together. While it appeared to be simply a collection of art, what was truly being showcased in their home was a collection of shared moments—artifacts of their life together.

So, here, as I stand before the artwork by Dudro, a flood of feeling arises. Moments with friends, my hometown, and even the weather—all brought forth through the power of art.

09/14/2026

We are pleased to announce S7CAG’s second curated exhibition at Rosebud Coffee in Highland Park. This newly installed presentation features a series of works by Pasadena-based artist Theresa Kennedy, showcasing a nuanced collection of Impressionism-influenced paintings. Ranging from abstract compositions to evocative landscapes, Kennedy’s pieces invite viewers to uncover hidden depths through intricate layers and textures, seamlessly blending visual storytelling with profound emotional expression.

Drawing from an extensive background in photography and print production, Kennedy approaches the canvas with a rigorously trained eye for spatial composition. This foundation deeply informs her current practice utilizing cold wax medium. Whether rendering a landscape or exploring pure abstraction, Kennedy masterfully manipulates these materials to actively shape the viewer’s experience. Often, her original photographs serve as structural inspiration or are directly integrated into the canvas as collage elements, reflecting a lifelong commitment to creative evolution and material exploration.

Guests are invited to view Kennedy’s collection at Rosebud Coffee daily from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. This installation operates within S7CAG’s decentralized Cultural Partners network, bringing fine art directly into active, third-space environments across Los Angeles County. Her work will continue to tour throughout the season, with additional exhibition dates to be announced soon. All exhibited pieces are available for acquisition. To explore Theresa Kennedy’s full collection of available works, please visit the Available Works section via the link in our bio.

09/10/2026

An intimate, curated selection of artworks by Richard Negri (Richard Negri) is now on view at Jones Coffee Roasters in South Pasadena. Acquired directly from Negri’s studio, these pieces have never before been publicly presented by S7CAG. Within this collection, we observe a subtle evolution in the artist’s process. Moving beyond his earlier works on 8x10 inch canvas boards, Negri is now exploring larger canvases. His brushstrokes have become wider and more dynamic, while the abstract backgrounds seamlessly integrate with the portraits—or sharply contrast them—to define the subject’s form.

During a recent visit to Negri’s studio in Ojai, we discussed how this new environment has influenced his practice. The expanded physical space has clearly guided his creative direction. Through interactions with other artists, dialogues with collectors, and the freedom to experiment with scale and technique, Negri’s practice has broadened. Just as art history often illustrates how shifts in an artist’s life trajectory or circumstances impact their body of work, we see that same transition here: the expansive nature of his new studio is directly reflected in the scale and expression of these recent paintings.

Guests are invited to view the collection daily from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM during the cafe’s operating hours. To explore all available works by Richard Negri—ranging from intimate studies to large-scale canvases—visit the Available Works section via the link in our bio.

This installation operates within S7CAG’s decentralized Cultural Partners network, bringing Negri’s artwork directly into active, third-space environments across Los Angeles County. His work will continue to tour throughout the season, in addition to a pop-up exhibition during the South Pasadena Arts Crawl. We invite you to join us for this city-wide event on Saturday, October 17th, from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, where an expanded collection of Negri’s recent work will be available for acquisition.

09/07/2026

A curated selection of works from Anna Léger-Hawks’s collection, Let Go and Then Let Go Again, is now on exhibition at Demitasse () in Santa Monica. Guests are invited to view the installation daily from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM during the cafe’s operating hours.

Léger-Hawks is a Pasadena-based contemporary artist known for her innovative mixed-media practice and evocative explorations of nature, imagination, and human emotion. With a formal background in fine arts, her work seamlessly bridges abstract techniques with deeply personal narratives. She draws heavy inspiration from the enduring strength of the natural world, exploring how it quietly grounds us within a fast-paced modern society.

In the studio, Léger-Hawks embraces a spontaneous, highly intuitive approach. Rather than meticulously planning her canvases, she begins with a spark of inspiration and allows the artwork to organically reveal itself. She views her practice as a form of active meditation—a philosophy that is vividly reflected in this current series. Her vibrant works serve as gentle, visual reminders to connect with our own emotions, inviting the audience to slow down, take a deep breath, and find profound joy in the present moment.

Following her debut artist reception in June, which launched this first-ever solo exhibition, her artwork is now being presented publicly through the S7CAG Cultural Partners network across Los Angeles County. Demitasse marks the third location on this decentralized tour, with upcoming installations scheduled throughout the season, including a pop-up exhibition on Saturday, October 17th during the South Arts Crawl.

07/05/2026

Garry Nalbandyan
Golden Landscape
c. 2022
Oil on canvas
14.5 x 21.6 in (37 x 55 cm)
Signed by the artist

Sector Seven Contemporary Art Gallery (S7CAG) is proud to announce our first-ever international exhibition, featuring works by Georgian artist Garry Nalbandyan. This presentation marks a definitive milestone in our curatorial history, officially expanding the S7CAG program beyond our localized network in California and onto the global stage.

Born in 1980 in Tbilisi, Nalbandyan is a contemporary oil painter whose visceral landscapes serve as a conduit for exploring the psychological complexities of the modern era. Utilizing heavy impasto and a palette knife, he masterfully navigates the space between classical observation and profound emotional expression, fulfilling what he believes is the artist’s primary duty: to reflect the zeitgeist.

Approaching the canvas with a sense of spiritual surrender, Nalbandyan prioritizes raw intuition over rigid academic restraint. By employing a strict alla prima technique—completing his canvases in a single, uninterrupted sitting—he ensures the immediate, unfiltered emotion of his environments is never lost to overworking.

Today, Nalbandyan has established a commanding voice in contemporary landscape painting. Carrying deep emotional gravity and international market resonance, his atmospheric works have entered prominent private collections across France, Germany, Spain, Russia, Iceland, and the United States.

We invite you to explore Garry Nalbandyan’s available works for acquisition via the Available Works link in our bio. For deeper insight into his remarkable transition from classical musician to contemporary painter, read our newly featured editorial, Translating the Void: Garry Nalbandyan on Isolation, Intuition, and the Canvas, located within the News section of our profile link.

06/25/2026

Sector Seven Contemporary Art Gallery () is pleased to announce a new installation of artworks by South Pasadena artist Robert Sherrill, now on view at Rock Coffee House () in Eagle Rock. This debut exhibition at the cafe expands our network of Cultural Partners—decentralized sites throughout Los Angeles that serve as active extensions of the S7CAG curatorial program, bringing emerging and established artists directly into daily living environments.

This specific collection features oil paintings by Sherrill created in the traditional plein air style, capturing local landmarks and natural scenes in and around Pasadena. The installation highlights scenes of the historic Alexander Building, one of South Pasadena’s oldest buildings, the Los Angeles River, and the iconic Colorado Street Bridge, alongside landscapes found throughout the San Gabriel nature trails.

The exhibition at Rock Coffee House presents a portion of a larger body of work created both in Sherrill’s home studio and off-site while teaching his art students plein air classes at various locations throughout Pasadena.

Visit the Available Works section via the link in our bio to see the full collection of available works for acquisition, including those presented at Rock Coffee House and our other Cultural Partner locations.