Exhibition
Leo Villareal
August 21–January 09
San Jose Museum of Art, 110 South Market Street, San Jose, California 95113
A pioneer in the use of LEDs and computer-driven imagery, Villareal is known both for his light sculptures and architectural, site-specific works. This exhibition is his first major traveling museum survey.
More info: sjmusart.org
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Leo Villareal
This exhibition is a first for the artist, who is a pioneer in the use of LEDs and computer-driven imagery. Villareal is also known both for his light sculptures and architectural, site-specific…
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