Monthly Archives: August 2009

Releases: Scott Musgrove – “The Late Fauna of Early North America” Box Set

Posted on August 22, 2009 by lowpro

The ever-so talented, Seattle-based artist Scott Musgrove balances his time retracing forgotten animals of generations past and reincarnating those extinct creatures with masterful precision at the easel. For those hunkering for some Musgrove goodness before his 2010 solo show at … Continue reading →

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Showing: Robert Longo Retrospective @ MAMAC (Nice)

Posted on August 22, 2009 by juggernut3

As we reported a while back when we focused on Robert Longo, he has a very nice retrospective currently being held at the MAMAC in Nice, France. The comprehensive retrospective houses many of his iconic pieces from his expansive body … Continue reading →

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Releases/Collector’s Focus: Audrey Kawasaki – “Saying Goodbye”

Posted on August 22, 2009 by juggernut3

Audrey Kawasaki is releasing a limited edition print from her most recent show in Japan (covered) today. This amazing image titled: “Saying Goodbye” will be available today (8/22) at 3pm PST on Audrey’s website here. The edition size is a … Continue reading →

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Video: Ernesto Yerena – “Con O Sin”

Posted on August 22, 2009 by Ken

In this new video, Obey Giant’s Ernesto Yerena explains the concept of “Con O Sin” or “With or Without.”  His subject for the piece, a member of the norteno music scene (literally “northern,” a style of Mexican music heavily driven … Continue reading →

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Revok & Retna x Body Art

Posted on August 21, 2009 by sleepboy

As you all have probably realized by now, sometimes there are perks that come with the job of being an artist (just ask Ron English).  Well, this basically confirms it as we see pics of Revok & Retna’s summer during … Continue reading →

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Openings: Sixeart – “Sueñan las gallinas con ser humanas” @ ROJO artspace Sao Paulo

Posted on August 21, 2009 by Elisa Carmichael

Sixeart opened his debut solo show in Sao Paulo at ROJO artspace POP last Tuesday, August 11th. The fantastic exhibit, entitled “Sueñan las gallinas con ser humanas” (in English: ”The hens dream about being human”), showcases thirteen brand new works on paper and … Continue reading →

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Preview: Travis Louie – “Portrait Of The Artist As A Young Monster” @ Roq La Rue

Posted on August 21, 2009 by sleepboy

As we previously mentioned, opening tonight in Seattle is “Portrait Of The Artist As A Young Monster,” Travis Louie’s (interviewed) solo at the esteemed Roq La Rue gallery.  The artist will be in attendance to chat with fans as well … Continue reading →

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Auction: Polaroid Collection via Sotheby’s

Posted on August 21, 2009 by Khoi

Now that the Polaroid Corporation has gone into bankruptcy, it leaves behind a legacy not only in your fond childhood memories of snapping away your day’s activities without a care, but also in an important collection of instant photographs by … Continue reading →

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Hush x Complex – Style and Design Project

Posted on August 21, 2009 by sleepboy

Have you ever wondered how a painting or sculpture from your favorite artist would look if it was brought to life?  Well, fans of Hush (interviewed) got sort of an idea when he recently collaborated with Complex on a project … Continue reading →

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Preview: Mode 2 – “Reality, Fantasy, And The Web” @ Lazarides (Newcastle)

Posted on August 20, 2009 by sleepboy

Lazarides will be opening a show tonight, August 21st, at their Newcastle location, featuring influential street artist Mode 2.  Returning to the UK from a “self-exile” in Paris, he will be exhibiting new paintings and installations, as well as a … Continue reading →

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