Monthly Archives: February 2009

Kaws Invite & Video – CBS Sunday Morning

Posted on February 9, 2009 by stephen

Artist and designer Kaws was featured on CBS News Sunday Morning. The segment features an in-depth interview, gives an inside look at Pharrell Williams’ amazing collection, and provides an overview of Kaws’ career, past and present. In other Kaws news, … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Contemporary Art, Shows & Events, Street & Urban Art, Videos | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Preview: Bob Dob @ Billy Shire

Posted on February 8, 2009 by sleepboy

Baby Tattooville alumni Bob Dob is opening what looks to be a surf culture themed show, not surpising as he grew up in Hermosa Beach.  The show opens Valentine’s Day at Billy Shire Fine Arts with a body of work … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Low Brow & Pop Surrealism, Previews, Shows & Events | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Interviews: Jin Young Yu

Posted on February 8, 2009 by sleepboy

If you remember, we were quite intrigued with Jin Young Yu’s transparent sculptures that were displayed at the Pulse Fair at Art Basel Miami last year. We were lucky enough to be able to interview her because of the efforts … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Contemporary Art, Features, Interviews, Sculpture | Tagged , , , , | 2 Comments

Teaser – Black Rat Press Annual Print Show – London

Posted on February 7, 2009 by Lawrence

If last year’s event is anything to go by, the Black Rat Press Annual Print Show in London, opening on Saturday, 21st February will be worth checking out. The chance to see printmaking demonstrations, ask the printers questions, as well … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Previews, Shows & Events, Street & Urban Art | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Releases: Luke Chueh Print @ G1988 LA

Posted on February 7, 2009 by stephen

AM caught up with Luke Chueh at Gallery 1988 LA, where he was taking a time-out from preparations for his upcoming show in March at the Corey Helford Gallery (teased) to sign and number his latest print being released sometime next week. … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Low Brow & Pop Surrealism, Releases | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Shepard Fairey arrested in Boston

Posted on February 7, 2009 by AM Editor

It seems that the Boston Police Department were not at all impressed by Shepard Fairey’s status as Presidential portraiture or his 20-year retrospective at Beantown’s Institute of Contemporary Art. According to The Boston Globe and Huffington Post, Fairey was arrested … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Contemporary Art, Street & Urban Art | Tagged , , , , | 4 Comments

Openings: Chris Stain @ Carmichael Gallery

Posted on February 7, 2009 by stephen

AM checked out Baltimore street artist Chris Stain’s solo exhibition, “Up On The Roof Countin’ Pigeons,” (previewed) at the Carmichael Gallery. Stain absolutely knocked one out of the park with his transformation of the front gallery space into a New … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Contemporary Art, Contests, Openings, Shows & Events, Street & Urban Art | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 7 Comments

Yoskay Yamamoto Video & Customs

Posted on February 7, 2009 by sleepboy

Suilma Rodriguez sent us a nice video she took and edited of Yoskay Yamamoto’s Koibito’s release (covered) last month at Munky King. Since the release party, Yoskay has been busy preparing for his upcoming solo show in May. However, he … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Art products, Low Brow & Pop Surrealism, Toys, Videos | Tagged , , , | 1 Comment

Seen: Jeff Soto Talk & Book Signing

Posted on February 6, 2009 by sleepboy

Jeff Soto gave an interesting talk along with a slideshow last night at the Riverside Art Museum to his strong fan base in the area.  He covered his graffiti roots, childhood, inspirations, and took the audience through a progression of … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Contemporary Art, Low Brow & Pop Surrealism, Shows & Events | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Jose Parla Pottery

Posted on February 6, 2009 by sleepboy

José Parlá’s recently posted up some images of of his trip to Japan while visiting the Kimura Family gallery where he has some pottery projects in progress.  There were some interesting pics of the kiln, tools, the process, and some … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Contemporary Art, Street & Urban Art | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment