Eva Mendes: Art of Elysium 2011

Eva Mendes arrives at the Art of Elysium The Art of Elysium‘s 4th Annual Black Tie “Heaven” Charity Gala on Saturday (January 15) at the California Science Center in Los Angeles.

The 36-year-old actress (in Valentino paired with Gray jewelry) was honored with the Spirit of Elysium award two years ago at the ceremony. This year’s honoree was James Franco!

Also pictured inside is Art of Elysium participant Anna, who survived a scary car crash but lost one of her legs in the accident. Eva called Anna “a beautiful soul and an inspiration” while the two were onstage together.

10+ pictures inside of Eva Mendes at the Art of Elysium charity gala…