Monthly Archives: June 2009

Opening: C215 – “Shoeshiners” @ Signal Gallery

Posted on June 19, 2009 by Seth Carmichael

AM has been watching French stencil master C215 (aka Christian Guémy) cut through the noise of derivative copycats since 2006 and we never cease to be impressed. Something must be happening in France since JR (covered) is probably the only … Continue reading →

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Video: Art of Nick Walker & Josh Keyes in Black Eyed Peas – “I Gotta Feeling” Music Video

Posted on June 18, 2009 by stephen

Our number one passion here at AM is art, but music certainly comes in a close second. The “I Gotta Feeling” video from the Black Eyed Peas melds together these two things we love. It’s awesome to know that there’s … Continue reading →

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Teaser: EINE – “The A – Z of Change” @ Carmichael Gallery

Posted on June 18, 2009 by stephen

Fresh off his world record setting “Shutter Font” exhibition, Ben EINE makes a trip across the pond for “The A – Z of Change,” his debut Los Angeles solo opening July 9th at Carmichael Gallery. EINE will showcase his vibrant … Continue reading →

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Openings: Chet Zar & James Zar – “When Worlds Collide” @ L’Imagerie Gallery

Posted on June 18, 2009 by juggernut3

L’Imagerie Gallery recently opened “When Worlds Collide,” a unique show featuring the work of Chet and James Zar. This marks the first time this father and son combination has ever shown together. Chet Zar is know for his visually dark and eerie … Continue reading →

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Teaser: Todd Schorr – “American Surreal” @ San Jose Museum of Art

Posted on June 18, 2009 by sleepboy

Todd Schorr just sent us the flyer for his first solo museum show “American Surreal,” set to open this weekend at the The San Jose Museum Of Art.  For those lucky enough to be in the area, by all means … Continue reading →

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Video: BBC Interview with JR

Posted on June 18, 2009 by Seth Carmichael

French street photographer JR speaks with BBC about the inspiration behind his work in Rio de Janeiro’s oldest favela. Particularly fascinating is what drew him to the city, the symbolism behind the placement of his pieces and hearing from the … Continue reading →

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Streets: Conor Harrington x FAME Festival

Posted on June 17, 2009 by sleepboy

Looks like Conor Harrington (interviewed) was the first one to get up in his usual awesome fashion in Italy for this year’s FAME Festival (teased). FAME, put on by Studio Cromie, brings a select group of street artists to the … Continue reading →

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Releases: Sam Flores x Upper Playground – Dragon Boy

Posted on June 17, 2009 by sleepboy

Sam Flores’ (interviewed) amazing Dragon Boy figure really impressed us when news broke of this collaboration with Upper Playground.  Flores’ took one of the best paintings from his Subliminal Projects show and transformed it into a three piece 10″ toy … Continue reading →

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Video: Vernissage – Basel Week Switzerland

Posted on June 17, 2009 by sleepboy

Another great video walkthrough by Vernissage TV from Art Basel Switzerland.  If you can get past the videographer’s apparent shoe fetish, you will be able to get a good idea of the atmosphere as well as see some glimpses of … Continue reading →

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Preview: Stella Im Hultberg – “Memento Mori” @ Thinkspace Gallery

Posted on June 17, 2009 by sleepboy

Stella Im Hultberg (interviewed) recently posted up some preview images from her upcoming July show “Momento Mori” at Thinkspace Gallery.  “Memento Mori” is a Latin phrase meaning “Remember You Shall Die,” typically used in reminding people of their own mortality, … Continue reading →

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