Monthly Archives: October 2009

Preview: Conor Harrington – “Headless Heroes” @ Lazarides (Rathbone Place)

Posted on October 25, 2009 by juggernut3

Next week, Irish sensation Conor Harrington (interviewed) will show a new body of work entitled “Headless Heroes” (teased). A master mixologist when it comes to urban/fine art, Conor will be opening his show on Friday (Oct 30th) at Lazarides (Rathbone … Continue reading →

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Baby Tattooville ’09 – Reverse Studio Visits – Audrey Kawasaki

Posted on October 24, 2009 by Ken

While Greg “Craola” Simkins worked on his painting just a few feet away, AM favorite Audrey Kawasaki (interviewed) was busy working on yet another piece for her upcoming show “Hajimari – a prelude” for Jonathan LeVine (teased) later this year. … Continue reading →

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Auction: Tsang Tsou Choi

Posted on October 24, 2009 by sleepboy

The late Tsang Tsou Choi, or the self-styled “King of Kowloon”, recently had one of his pieces sell for $65,000 at Sotheby’s (seven times the estimate). We remember learning about this prolific “street artist” during some childhood summers spent in … Continue reading →

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Showing: Chet Zar – “Lilith” @ Copro Gallery

Posted on October 24, 2009 by sleepboy

AM had the chance to stop by Copro Gallery the other day to check out Chet Zar’s current show “Lilith.”  This will be the last weekend the show is on display, so make sure to take a look if you … Continue reading →

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David Hockney’s iPhone paintings

Posted on October 24, 2009 by Ken

David Hockney, widely considered to be one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, has made an even bigger splash this week in the art world as it has been revealed that he has created hundreds of unique … Continue reading →

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Releases: Slinkachu – “The High Life”

Posted on October 24, 2009 by Ken

The last time we saw Slinkachu, he was busy in a Grottaglie alleyway creating his largest work yet for the FAME Festival (covered).  Well, looks like the photographer/street artist is back with a new release which he also created in … Continue reading →

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Preview: Gregory Euclide @ David B. Smith Gallery

Posted on October 23, 2009 by sleepboy

If you like the wonderfully textured and sculptural works of artists such as Adam Neate, you’ll need to check out Gregory Euclide’s show (teased) opening tonight at David B. Smith Gallery.  The seamless fusion of 2-D and 3-D elements by … Continue reading →

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Releases: Jeff Soto – “The Three Friends” and “Nature’s Splendor”

Posted on October 23, 2009 by Ken

Next Monday, Oct. 26th will be a good day for Jeff Soto fans as the Inland Empire artist will be releasing a total of four new giclee prints through his online store, Potato Stamp.  The first three, appropriately entitled “The … Continue reading →

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Openings: “Three Apples” Hello Kitty Show @ Royal T

Posted on October 23, 2009 by kayu

Hate it or love it, Hello Kitty (HK) is alive and well, thriving in fact. This globally recognized icon kicked off her birthday festivities with last night’s VIP opening of “3 Apples: An Exhibition Celebrating 35 Years of Hello Kitty” … Continue reading →

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Interviews: Eric Nakamura – “Giant Robot Biennale” @ the Japanese American National Museum

Posted on October 23, 2009 by sleepboy

The “Giant Robot Biennale – 15 Years” exhibition is set to open tomorrow at the Japanese American National Museum (JANM) in the heart of Little Tokyo in Los Angeles. We are looking forward to seeing what looks to be a … Continue reading →

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