Monthly Archives: August 2009

Openings: Gilbert & George – “Jack Freak Pictures” @ White Cube

Posted on August 5, 2009 by juggernut3

London duo Gilbert & George has returned to White Cube to show in their home town for the first time since their 2007 retrospective at the Tate Modern. The show, “Jack Freak Pictures” focuses on the Union Jack flag of … Continue reading →

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Preview: Josh Keyes – “Natural Selection” @ Swarm Gallery

Posted on August 5, 2009 by sleepboy

We found a couple more images from Josh Keyes‘ upcoming show to share with you since our first teaser article. Opening along with Vaughn Bell in a show entitled “Natural Selection” at the Swarm Gallery this Friday (Aug 7th), Josh … Continue reading →

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Preview/Setup: Chris Stain and Armsrock – “I Know There Is Love” @ Ad Hoc Art

Posted on August 4, 2009 by Elisa Carmichael

Two of the most original voices working in street and gallery settings today, Chris Stain and Armsrock, have what looks to be an outstanding show coming up at Ad Hoc Art this Friday, August 7th. Both artists capture moments of … Continue reading →

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Openings: Planet Illogica Launch Party – San Diego Comic-Con 2009

Posted on August 4, 2009 by stephen

Ron English (studio visit) and 2esae and SKI of Destroy and Rebuild rocked downtown San Diego’s Wonderhaus with their live painting session during the launch party for Planet Illogica, a social networking website focused on the creative arts community. Utilizing the bodies of … Continue reading →

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Preview/Setup: “Mom & Popism” @ Gawker HQ

Posted on August 4, 2009 by juggernut3

This past weekend, we were invited to check out a very special project going on at the rooftop of  Gawker Headquarters. The project “Mom & Popism” is a unique collaboration between Gawker Artists and Jim & Karla Murray (concieved/curated by … Continue reading →

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Showing: Steinbrener & Dempf – “Trouble in Paradise” @ Schönbrunn Zoo (Austria)

Posted on August 3, 2009 by sleepboy

An interesting exhibition opened in June at the Schönbrunn Zoo in Austria entitled “Trouble in Paradise.” Artist duo Christoph Steinbrener and Rainer Dempf created a series of six artistic interventions dealing with the idea of nature versus civilization, themes we … Continue reading →

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Openings: Kokeshi Show @ Japanese American National Museum

Posted on August 3, 2009 by sleepboy

The Japanese American National Museum is holding an exhibition (previewed) until October 4th about all things “Kokeshi.”  However, the highlight of the show were the custom kokeshi’s created by many of the artists that we at AM enjoy.  It’s not … Continue reading →

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Interviews: Know Hope

Posted on August 3, 2009 by Elisa Carmichael

When we were passed this fantastic interview between our friend Thomas Dunlap and Know Hope, we couldn’t resist sharing it with you. The conversation took place during Know Hope’s recent LA solo show at Carmichael Gallery, “the times won’t save … Continue reading →

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FAME Festival: Sam3

Posted on August 3, 2009 by Elisa Carmichael

We are always happy to see more photos from FAME Fest. Here is a new selection of pieces by Sam3. Check out that great Ericailcane piece from last year’s event peeking out from under the arch as he works! We love this beautiful … Continue reading →

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Second Helpings: July 2009

Posted on August 2, 2009 by juggernut3

July was a very busy month with numerous headlines making their way around the world of art. Here is another edition of Second Helpings to remind you of the juicy stories that we covered here on AM. Get served after … Continue reading →

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