Monthly Archives: November 2009

Streets: Blu in Lima

Posted on November 24, 2009 by Elisa Carmichael

As always, AM is right on top of what Blu is up to, no matter where in the world he is. After finishing two incredible murals in Bogota, the artist hopped on a plane to Lima, where he got straight … Continue reading →

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Preview: Simon Birch – “Small Wonder” @ 10 Chancery Lane Gallery, Hong Kong

Posted on November 24, 2009 by Elisa Carmichael

Simon Birch has been busy preparing for “Small Wonder,” his major solo exhibition opening Wednesday, November 25th at 10 Chancery Lane Gallery, Hong Kong. The show consists of thirteen dramatic large scale oil paintings. Born in Brighton, England, Simon left the UK … Continue reading →

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Openings: Kelsey Brookes – “Bigger, Brighter, Bolder” @ Quint Contemporary Art

Posted on November 24, 2009 by sleepboy

Last Friday, Kelsey Brookes opened his show “Bigger, Brighter, Bolder” in San Diego at Quint Contemporary Art. Based on the studio shots, we already had high expectations for this important show from the young artist. Kelsey certainly delivered on all … Continue reading →

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Openings: Candice Tripp – “Tiny Drama” @ Joshua Liner Gallery

Posted on November 24, 2009 by juggernut3

Opening along side Kris Kuksi (covered) this weekend at Joshua Liner Gallery, Candice Tripp (interviewed) made her New York debut with a fabulous showing.  The large body of work was chock full of witty spins on traditional wives’ tales told … Continue reading →

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JR @ Abu Dhabi Art Fair

Posted on November 24, 2009 by sleepboy

Looks like intrepid traveler, JR, added Abu Dhabi on the list of places he has visited with his street photography.  To coincide with the annual Abu Dhabi Art Fair, the french wheatpaster was asked to create a large scale installation … Continue reading →

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Openings: “Inside Out, Outside In” @ Museu de Arte de São Paulo

Posted on November 24, 2009 by sleepboy

Last week, the fantastic “Inside Out, Outside In” group show at the Museu de Arte de São Paulo (MASP) opened its doors showcasing work from six Brazilian street artists Titi Freak, Zezão, Stephan Doitschinoff, Ramon Martins, Carlos Dias and Daniel … Continue reading →

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Preview: Basel Week Miami ’09 – Sloan Fine Art x Chris Berens

Posted on November 23, 2009 by sleepboy

Chris Berens fans attending Art Basel are in for a treat his year as Sloan Fine Art will feature several pieces from him in their booth at SCOPE as a preview to his big New York show opening at their … Continue reading →

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Releases: Charles Saatchi – “My Name Is…” Book

Posted on November 23, 2009 by Ken

Phaidon Press recently released this intriguing title by world renowned art dealer, collector and ad man Charles Saatchi. Known for his reclusive nature, Saatchi has apparently stepped into the spotlight to answer 200 questions from journalists, art critics and members … Continue reading →

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Openings: Kris Kuksi – “Beast Anthology” @ Joshua Liner Gallery

Posted on November 23, 2009 by juggernut3

On Saturday night, AM was on hand to experience the surreal sculptures of Kris Kuksi as Joshua Liner Gallery hosted the opening of his latest show the “Beast Anthology.” As seen in our preview of the show, the show looked like … Continue reading →

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Studio Visits / Preview: Tristram Lansdowne @ LE Gallery, Toronto

Posted on November 23, 2009 by sven

AM got hooked on Tristram Lansdowne’s urban landscape paintings when we saw his work featured earlier this year at Joshua Liner Gallery’s summer group show (covered), so we tried to find out as much as we could about this exciting … Continue reading →

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