Monthly Archives: March 2009

Takashi Murakami Retrospective @ Guggenheim Bilbao, Spain

Posted on March 8, 2009 by juggernut3

From LA to New York to Germany, Murakami’s historic retrospective has traveled across oceans and continents, and now, here is a first look at the exhibit on its final leg in Spain at the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao. This retrospective encompasses … Continue reading →

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Armory Week: Bridge Art Fair

Posted on March 8, 2009 by juggernut3

Continuing our tour of Armory Week in NY, AM dropped by Bridge Art Fair. In keeping with the spirit of its location in the heart of the Chelsea gallery district, the exhibitors at the fair pushed the bounds with their … Continue reading →

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Lance Armstrong x Nike Sportswear – “Stages” Touring Art Exhibition Supporting Livestrong

Posted on March 8, 2009 by stephen

AM was on hand at Nike’s Montalbán Theater last night for the unveiling of “Stages,” a collaborative art project between Lance Armstrong and Nike Sportswear in which artwork from over twenty-one of today’s most prominent artists from across the globe … Continue reading →

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Openings: Tomokazu Matsuyama – Glancing at Twin Peaks @ Joshua Liner Gallery

Posted on March 7, 2009 by juggernut3

Last night AM attended the opening for Tomokazu Matsuyama’s (interviewed) “Glancing at Twin Peaks” (previewed) opening at Joshua Liner Gallery. The highly anticipated opening for Matzu’s NYC solo drew a packed house. Matzu’s distinctly unique pieces exhibited his signature contemporary … Continue reading →

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Armory Week: Pulse Art Fair

Posted on March 7, 2009 by sleepboy

As we previously did with SCOPE, here is a quick run through of the satellite Pulse Fair put on during Armory Week in NY. On display were many artists that we love including this large showstopper from Martin Wittfooth (above). … Continue reading →

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Openings: Hush – “Hymn of Beauty” @ Carmichael Gallery

Posted on March 7, 2009 by sleepboy

Hailing from the streets of Newcastle, UK artist Hush (interviewed) opened his show “Hymn of Beauty” at Carmichael Gallery last night.  From a stunningly textured mural to the hand-finished touches that made certain paintings overlap onto the wall, the presentation … Continue reading →

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Cy Twombly – The Rose @ Gagosian London

Posted on March 6, 2009 by sven

AM recently visited Cy Twombly’s exhibit at the Gagosian’s Britannia Street location. Many people cite the still active octogenarian as one of the godfathers of urban contemporary artwork, with his graffiti-like calligraphic script and dripping paint inspiring many artists currently working … Continue reading →

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Kaws – Original Fake x Medicom Bearbrick release @ Invincible Taiwan & Kawsone

Posted on March 6, 2009 by juggernut3

It seems that KAWS mania is not only limited to the United States. KAWS’ latest vinyl toy, the Dissected Bearbrick, is a collaboration between Original Fake and Medicom.  This Bearbrick is designed after Kaws’ famous “Dissected Companion.” Like the fans … Continue reading →

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First glance at Armory Week: Scope Art Fair

Posted on March 6, 2009 by juggernut3

AM kicked off its tour of New York’s Armory Week with a quick stop at Scope Art Fair. We’ll start off with some quick snaps of images that caught our eye that hopefully should inspire anyone near New York to … Continue reading →

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Streets: “Watchmen” graffiti – Amped up fans or clever guerrilla marketing campaign?

Posted on March 5, 2009 by stephen

The famous inquiry from the graphic novel turned movie “Watchmen” has been popping up in various cities throughout the world, including New York, Toronto, and across the pond in London. Having seen the “Who watches the watchmen?” tag scrawled on … Continue reading →

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