That's exactly what Antonio Marin wanted to see at the Nov. 19 art walk held at the Emporia Arts District in Ontario.
The recent art walk marked just the third show Marin had curated selections for the new gallery space. Ontario Emporia Arts District is in the 200 block of West Emporia Street.
"It's a good show," Marin said as he looked back to a packed gallery.
The more than 70 pieces that filled the wall came from artists throughout the Inland Empire.
The gallery bears the name of the architect, Paul Williams. Often times, Marin said attendees are confused and mistake him for Williams. Because of the confusion, Marin said he wants to place a plaque in the gallery space with some more information about the architect. One of Williams most notable projects was the Theme Building at Los Angeles International Airport.
Marin said he would like to see more galleries open up in the Ontario arts community to help increase the amount of work that is on display.
"I do see there's support but it's going to take a little longer to get more," he said.
It was the first time Brian Servellon, 23, ventured out to the Ontario art walk. Judging by the response he received from the artists, the Fontana resident said he already plans to come back to the Jan. 21 walk.




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