[ Source: ErieReader.com ]

"This is just so exciting. I've always loved this building. When this place opened up I was like, 'Oh my god! I've always wanted it, I've always loved it. If it's ready for us, let's just jump in.'" Lena Logvina, co-owner of Artlore Studio (3406 W. Lake Rd.) and now City Gallery at 1503 State St., is visibly excited during our tour of her new gallery. With each turn of a corner, the building opens up to a new space, a little alcove, an unexpected balcony, all brimming with the potential of what it is becoming. Building owner and PACA (Performing Artists Collective Alliance) progenitor Mark Tanenbaum reiterates the serendipity that Logvina feels: "Five years ago, we weren't ready for them and they weren't ready for us. We've both grown to the point where now our shared mission is able to be presented and created. It's just perfect timing."

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