CA – Chris Appelhans Solo Exhibit
August 23, 2012 by Colin Solan
Filed under Animation, Art Show, California, Comic Books, Signing and Appearance Profiles

Chris Appelhans opens an art exhibit at Gallery Nucleus on Saturday September 22, 2012 from 7:00PM – 10:00PM.
Press Release:
Artist and illustrator, Chris Appelhans, joins Nucleus in unveiling his newest exhibition of work. This latest collection expands upon his already established work of water color pieces, these images showcasing a breadth of youthful aspiration, dreams, and childlike curiosity. Stay tuned for more information!
About the Artist:
Although best known for his colorful and delicate water color pieces, illustrator Chris Appelhans has worked on a number of large scale projects as a visual developer. He has been involved in film and animation, most notably having worked on Coraline and Monster House.
Gallery Nucleus
210 East Main St, Alhambra, CA 91801
CA – Moonshine Exhibit
August 5, 2010 by Colin Solan
Filed under Animation, Art Show, California, Comic Books, Movies, Other, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Signing and Appearance Profiles, Television
From forty-five talented and prolific DreamWorks Studio art directors, production and character designers, and visual development artists, Moonshine features personal artwork that is made during the precious little times of day when the contributors are not working on stunning upcoming movies such as Puss in Boots, Shrek Forever After, The Croods, Kung Fu Panda 2, MegaMind, The Guardians of Childhood, Scared Shrekless, and Kung Fu Panda Holiday.
Opening Reception - Aug 14, 7:00PM – 11:00PM
*Closing Reception/Book Signing will take place on Friday, September 3rd (7pm – 10pm).
-Complimentary refreshments and moonshine!
-$2 admission ticket = one raffle ticket (additional raffle tickets $1 each)
-Prizes include a private tour of Dreamworks Animation Studio (1 winner + 3 guests), a 3-day pass for the CTN Animation Expo, original sketches, and DreamWorks merchandise!
-Pre-order the MOONSHINE book on opening night, and get 10% off.
FEATURED ARTISTS
Chris Appelhans
Devin Crane
Richard Daskas
Nathan Fowkes
Goro Fujita
Tianyi Han
Tang Heng
Ruben Hickman
Michael Isaak
Kirsten Kawamura
Jon Klassen
Chin Ko
Bryan LaShelle
Christophe Lautrette
Dominique Louis
Marcos Mateu-Mestre
Samuel Michlap
Emil Mitev
Lindsey Olivares
Ruben Perez
Alex Puvilland
Simon Rodgers
Ritche Sacilioc
Griselda Sastrawinata
Jason Scheier
Nicolas Weis
Nate Wragg
Gallery Nucleus
210 East Main St Alhambra, CA 91801
CA – Curiouser and Curiouser Show
February 25, 2010 by Colin Solan
Filed under California, Comic Books, Movies, Other, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Signing and Appearance Profiles
Opening Reception / February 27, 7:00PM – 11:00PM
With the highly anticipated film adaptation by Tim Burton looming in the horizon, we invited concept artists of the feature film and beyond to create their vision of the iconic story and celebrate it’s lasting legacy. Featuring works by Amy Sol, Chris Appelhans, Kukula, Naoto Hattori and more, this superbly talented and diverse roster of artists gets curiouser & cruiouser with works that range from the gothic to the whimsical. This exhibit is sure to delight art-lovers of all ages.
Exhibition Features:
Never-before seen concept art, production and film stills for Tim Burton’s ‘Alice in Wonderland’ courtesy of Disney Studios.
‘Alice in Wonderland’ film maquettes from Gentle Giant Studios on display.
Dress in your best ‘Alice’ inspired attire or as your favorite ‘Alice in Wonderland” character and be entered in a raffle to win a print by award-wining artist/ character designer Michael Kutsche.
Cha for Tea serving tasty teas.
Music by DJ Ronicus.
Gallery Nucleus, 210 East Main St, Alhambra, CA 91801
CA – Quinquennium Exhibitum
November 4, 2009 by Colin Solan
Filed under California, Comic Books, Other, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Signing and Appearance Profiles

Bill Presing, Kazu Kibuishi & more at Gallery Nucleus
Quinquennium Exhibitum: Nucleus 5 Year Anniversary Exhibition
November 7, 2009 – November 30, 2009
Nov 7, 7:00PM – 11:00PM
CA – Tree House Exhibit
August 6, 2009 by Colin Solan
Filed under California, Comic Books, Other, Signing and Appearance Profiles

Tadahiro Uesegi, Chris Appelhans, and more open an exhibition at Gallery Nucleus on Aug. 8th
August 08, 2009 – August 24, 2009
Opening Reception /August 08, 7:00PM – 11:00PM
Gallery Nucleus presents an exhibition featuring whimsical new works by a premier group of narrative artists. This international roster are diverse in their aesthetic but notably recognized for their sophisticated, storybook-style artwork and all possess the shared accomplishment of having been published.
TREE HOUSE will be sure to transport viewers into the unique fantastical worlds of those artists that appeal to all ages!
Featured Artists:
Chris Appelhans
May Ann Licudine a.k.a MALL
Raquel Aparicio
Sun Young Yoo
Tadahiro Uesugi
Véronique Joffre
Yoko Tanji
Gallery Nucleus, 210 East Main Street, Alhambra, CA 91801

















































