Shalandrea Houchen

Crenshaw’s Orthodox L.A. Gallery Hosts Contemporary Art Exhibit

Orthodox L.A. hosts “What’s Your Vibe?” The interactive multi-media installation is on display until November 1 at the gallery, which is located in Los Angeles’ Crenshaw district on 54th Street near 4th Avenue. The exhibit is produced and curated by Shalandrea Houchen, known professionally as Shay Renee.

Young Black Creative Debuts Pop-up Art Gallery

Expressing herself is rarely a problem for Shalandrea Houchen. In fact, her range of diverse experiences helps the young Los Angeles native to excel in several creative endeavors.

Houchen not only boasts a background in acting, singing and modern dancing, but she also spent the last eight years managing the opening of successful restaurants in New York City.  It was in NYC that she discovered her gift for designing pop-up art installations by presenting What’s Ya Zodiac, an interactive gallery showcasing the 12 Zodiac signs.