Art In Action

A not-to-be-missed art opening is set to take place the weekend of August 21-23 at Exclusive Collection’s Gallery’s Fashion Valley location. Crescendo, the latest exhibit by Henry Asencio, will be displayed as a collaboration with master violinist Aaron Meyer, inspired by passion, music, and the female figure. Asencio has received critical acclaim as one of the most intriguing young artists working today. His work blends the classical ideals of figurative painting with a unique, contemporary style. Friday and Saturday evenings from 6-9pm and Sunday 12-5pm will offer a rare live duet music/art performance by Meyer and Asencio. (800/204-0062, www.ecgallery.com)   JANE SHIOMI