CHARLES R. ADLER

Portfolio of Work

CURATION: Welcome

WRENSILVA X JVH

A gorgeous showroom filled with the iconic albums and artwork of John van Hamersveld, paired with stunning handmade Wrensilva consoles.

COAST FILM FESTIVAL 2022

An annual showcase of adventure, non-fiction films and stories from the mountains to the sea coupled with art and photography.

OHANA FEST 2022

The Cove Gallery at Ohana hosted an expansive exhibition focused deeply on music and board culture - beautifully blending both old and new.

BEACHLIFE FESTIVAL 2022

With the mission to inspire community and generosity through music, art, and the socal culture, the gallery showcases 40+ local artists and the beauty of our beach life.

JOHN VAN HAMERSVELD

A far reaching collection of photography, illustrations, design, large scale prints, vinyl and art rock posters spanning from 1964 to today.

20/20 FEATURING
ART BREWER / JEFF DEVINE

A celebration of two timeless hall of fame photographers who've captured the sentiment and sport of surf throughout the years.

COAST FILM FESTIVAL 2021

An annual showcase of adventure, non-fiction films and stories from the mountains to the sea coupled with art and photography.

OHANA FEST 2021

The Cove Gallery at Ohana hosted an 100 piece exhibition centered on music and board culture.

HARBOUR SURF 60 YEARS

A look back at 60 years with two weeks of special guests, music, film, food, drinks, surfboards, photographs & treasures.

SURFRIDER'S ONE OCEAN: WOMEN MAKING WAVES

Surfrider Foundation's
One Ocean: Women Making Waves

East & West Coast 2019

COAST FILM FESTIVAL 2019

An annual showcase of adventure, non-fiction films and stories from the mountains to the sea coupled with art and photography.

THE CALIFORNIANS

A works on paper show focusing on 17 unique California based artists. Highlighting the love affair each individual has with the Golden State.

RON CHURCH

A Ron Church Photography exhibit featuring black and white prints from the 1963-1964 Huntington Beach United States Surfing Championship.

SALTY SURF ARTIFACTS

A sold out show in collaboration with the 2018 US Surf Open. Intricate works from legendary waterman Mark Cunningham's ocean floor found objects, and creative powerhouse Scott Richard's vintage surf delights.

WATERMAN'S BALL

An annual awards dinner and art auction hosted in recognition of waterman/waterwoman and environmentalist of the year, raising funds and awareness for environmental charities.

CALIFORNIA GOLD

The largest US surf culture event to grace the mainland. An exhibit of surf history, art and culture with interactive events and ever changing art.

HOTTEST 100 YARDS

A bi-coastal tour celebrating the 80's era of Echo Beach, the 100-yard stretch of Newport Beach that became the launch pad for breakaway trends and movements in the surf world.

THE LISA ANDERSON COLLECTION

A historical pop-up gallery and clothing capsule release celebrating 4x World Champion Surfer Lisa Anderson.

QUIKSILVER HEADQUARTERS

The Mountain and the Wave.

Quiksilver dropped into the surf scene in 1969 and has been carving the way in vibrant, bold art, outlandish personas and apparel.

SOUTHBAY FESTIVAL

The First Annual South Bay Film, Art an Music Festival was a week long major interactive event, highlighting the contribution of and honoring Bruce Brown with the first Action Sports Pioneer Award.

THE HAPPENING

A decade long grand world tour celebrating surf culture through fine and interactive art, multi media, film and live music.

THE SURF GALLERY

Based in the heart of Laguna, The Surf Gallery was the first of it's kind, focused on surf and beach culture. The gallery hosted hundreds of shows spanning all mediums and played a major role in paving the way for dozens of, now prominent, artists.

CURATION: Projects

INSTALLATION

When I'm not curating shows or designing beautiful things, I'm busy installing magnificent art... everywhere

CURATION: Projects