Monthly Archives: March 2009

Murakami Transforms the City of Bilbao and Transport System

Posted on March 12, 2009 by sleepboy

Continuing with our coverage of Murakami’s Retrospective in Spain, we now bring you images of how Murakami has been transforming the city with his signature imagery.  From February to May, more that 100 shop windows in Bilbao’s Old Town will … Continue reading →

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Previews: I Know What You’re Thinking @ Sloan Fine Art

Posted on March 11, 2009 by AM Editor

Next Wednesday, March 18th, Sloan Fine Art will be opening a new three-person show entitled I Know What You’re Thinking, featuring the work of Seonna Hong (above), Caroline Hwang and Saelee Oh. Seonna Hong is a multi-talented artist working in … Continue reading →

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Futura, Stash & Phil Frost @ Cuadro Fine Art Gallery (Dubai)

Posted on March 11, 2009 by sleepboy

Cuadro Fine Art Gallery, in collaboration with KRUNK, will be hosting a three-man exhibition featuring urban legends Phil Frost, Futura, and Stash later this month. The show will held in conjunction with Art Dubai, U.A.E.’s third annual contemporary art fair, … Continue reading →

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Murakami Guggenheim – Bilbao Video Tour

Posted on March 11, 2009 by sleepboy

The Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain recently released a series of videos with Takashi Murakami introducing some the artwork he’s showing there in his retrospective exhibition.  He waxes eloquent about his sculptures, paintings, and installations.  Unfortunately, if you don’t speak … Continue reading →

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Preview: David O’Brien & Tofer Chin @ Cerasoli Gallery

Posted on March 11, 2009 by sven

Fresh from a successful showing of work at Art Basel, David O’Brien has his second solo show opening at Cerasoli Gallery on Saturday, March 14th entitled “Explosions in a Mental Sky”.  Also opening in gallery 2 is Tofer Chin’s “Double … Continue reading →

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Outsiders Selection @ Lazarides (Newcastle)

Posted on March 10, 2009 by sleepboy

Another great group show is underway at Lazarides (Newcastle Location). This time, the exhibition that opened last weekend is entitled “Outsiders Selection” and features original paintings, prints and sculpture from Faile, Antony Micallef, Blu, Ian Francis, David Choe, JR, Conor … Continue reading →

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Creative Process: Ana Bagayan – Promethius

Posted on March 10, 2009 by juggernut3

Ana Bagayan’s latest show: “Orphan” is set to open Saturday at the renowned Billy Shire Fine Arts. We’ve been keeping tabs on the fabulous Ana and her superfine works. Ana has been working non-stop since we last saw her at Baby … Continue reading →

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Yves Saint Laurent Auction Drama & Fallout

Posted on March 10, 2009 by sleepboy

Judging from the results of the YSL auction we previously reported on, it seems that in the high-end art world, provenance is as important as the artwork itself. The Yves Saint Laurent name, just like Andy Warhol’s and Jackie Kennedy’s … Continue reading →

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Openings: Lola’s Natural Beauties and Superschool @ Copro Gallery

Posted on March 9, 2009 by marcus

“Natural Beauties” and “Superschool” (previewed) opened at Copro Gallery this past Saturday, March 7th. Upon entering Copro Gallery, you will see Lola’s solo show “Natural Beauties” on display in the room directly ahead. At the other wing of the gallery … Continue reading →

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Openings: Ryan McGinness – “Works” @ Dietch Projects

Posted on March 9, 2009 by juggernut3

Critically acclaimed art star, Ryan McGinness, opened up his first solo show in three years at Dietch Projects last weekend. The show was packed with people anxious see what his stunning new body of work looked like.  Using images, icons, and … Continue reading →

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