Monthly Archives: June 2009

Update: Swoon – “The Swimming Cities of Serenissima”

Posted on June 9, 2009 by juggernut3

Last time we interviewed Swoon, she was getting ready to set sail on her latest journey (The Swimming Cities of Serenissima) to Venice with her hand crafted fleet of ships. Thanks to our boys at Vandalog, we caught up with … Continue reading →

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Openings: Know Hope – “the times won’t save you (this rain smells of memory)” @ Carmichael Gallery

Posted on June 8, 2009 by stephen

Israeli street artist Know Hope’s Los Angeles solo debut “the times won’t save you (this rain smells of memory)” (previewed) opened to a packed house at the Carmichael Gallery. Patrons were in awe with his intricate gallery installation echoing the theme … Continue reading →

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Benefit: Camille Rose Garcia “Lil Elorphant” Print

Posted on June 8, 2009 by juggernut3

In case you missed their first print with Mark Ryden, Roq La Rue just announced a second charitable print they did with Camille Rose Garcia. Again this is to raise money for David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust so every penny of … Continue reading →

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Openings: Dzine – “Love & Loyalty” @ Leeahn Gallery (South Korea)

Posted on June 8, 2009 by AM Editor

Chicago-based artist Dzine was nice enough to send over images from his latest solo show, “Love & Loyalty,” which opened last week at South Korea’s Leeahn Gallery. From the look of the photos, there’s no wonder why the entire show … Continue reading →

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ARTWALK Culver City: Thinkspace Gallery

Posted on June 7, 2009 by stephen

Last weekend, Culver City hosted their ARTWALK 2009 event with over thirty galleries throughout the area participating. Thinkspace Gallery, located in the Silver Lake district, got in on the action as well, opening a one day pop-up gallery on Washington … Continue reading →

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Update: Joe Sorren

Posted on June 7, 2009 by sleepboy

Joe Sorren has just updated his blog with a delightful new piece entitled “Filling Little Thoughts with Little Ears” just in time for summer. Once again, Sorren shows his whimsical touch and his mastery of lighting and composition. Look for … Continue reading →

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Openings: Bruce LaBruce – “Untitled Hardcore Zombie Project” @ Peres Projects

Posted on June 7, 2009 by stephen

Bruce LaBruce’s “Untitled Hardcore Zombie Project” at Peres Projects in Culver City is one of those shows that makes you do a complete double take the moment you walk in the door. Describing himself not as a pornographer but “an … Continue reading →

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Teaser: Esao Andrews Solo Show @ Thinkspace Gallery

Posted on June 6, 2009 by sleepboy

Esao Andrews is bringing his own special brand of gothic and grotesque surrealism to Silverlake gallery Thinkspace in October with a solo show. Here is a glimpse of his new body of work where we can see a wonderfully multicolored … Continue reading →

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Openings: Adam Neate @ Olympia International Art Fair

Posted on June 6, 2009 by juggernut3

Last week we teased you with Adam Neate’s newest creation. Now, we bring you the detailed view of the real McCoy.  Olympia International Art and Antiques Fair recently held its private collectors preview and AM got some closer pictures of … Continue reading →

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Preview: Mark Flood @ Peres Projects – Basel Week Switzerland (Liste)

Posted on June 5, 2009 by Khoi

Mark Flood is a Texan who produces work that mocks popular American culture and the contemporary art world.  His signs on cardboard poke fun at the prestige that culture places on paintings, with such messages as “Another Painting” or “25 … Continue reading →

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