Monthly Archives: November 2009

Teaser: “Grifters” @ Lazarides (Rathbone Place)

Posted on November 17, 2009 by juggernut3

A new show is about to hit London December 4th and it’s going to be a doozy. Lazarides Gallery (Rathbone) is putting together a serious group show called “Grifters.” Bringing together the group they infamously dubbed “the Outsiders” (here) they … Continue reading →

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Benefit: MOCA gala raises $3.5 Million

Posted on November 17, 2009 by sleepboy

Resuscitated from the brink of death, Los Angeles’ MOCA held their 30th anniversary gala last weekend to kick off their new exhibition “Collection: MOCA’s First Thirty Years.” The black-tie affair raised $3.5 million more for the institution and was capped … Continue reading →

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Openings: LeBasse Projects “Go East” NYC Pop-Up Show

Posted on November 16, 2009 by sleepboy

AM stopped by last week to check out the Culver City based LeBasse Projects and the art that traveled to New York for their “Pop Up” show.  Only in town for less than a week, “Go East” showcased the work … Continue reading →

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Openings: Jeff Koons – “New Paintings” @ Gagosian (LA)

Posted on November 16, 2009 by Khoi

Jeff Koons has created some of the most iconic art pieces of the last quarter century. He is an artist whose name is nearly synonymous with contemporary art and culture. While his brand of Pop Art always contains a controversial … Continue reading →

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Showing: Olaf Breuning – “Small Brain Big Stomach” @ Metro Pictures

Posted on November 16, 2009 by AM Editor

New York City’s Chelsea may be one of the centers – if not the center – of the art world, but more often than not, if you go there without knowing what you want to see, you’ll spend the day … Continue reading →

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50 Parties Art Auction @ Ryan McGinness Studios

Posted on November 16, 2009 by AM Editor

On Friday, AM had the pleasure of attending one of Ryan McGinness‘ exclusive 50 Parties events held at his SOHO studio. Given that all the major New York auction houses had held their fall sales during the week, it was … Continue reading →

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Openings: “The Good The Bad and The Ugly” @ Gallery Nosco

Posted on November 16, 2009 by sleepboy

If you a fan of Alexandros Vasmoulakis and looking forward to his first US solo in March at LeBasse Projects, then “The Good The Bad and The Ugly” group show should serve as a nice appetizer for you. Vasmoulakis, originally … Continue reading →

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Openings: Tim Biskup – “I Hate Everyone But You” @ De La Barracuda

Posted on November 15, 2009 by sleepboy

Friday night saw the opening of Tim Biskups’ “I Hate Everyone But You” exhibition (previewed) in Melrose at De La Barracuda. Featuring paintings, sculptures, prints, and toys from the creator of the Helper, the comprehensive show was enjoyed by all. … Continue reading →

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Openings: Ron English – “Immortal Underground” @ Opera Gallery

Posted on November 15, 2009 by juggernut3

On Thursday night, AM attended the VIP opening of Ron English’s “Immortal Underground” at New York’s Opera Gallery. Nothing was spared as Ron’s infamous Cathy Cow Girl’s (courtesy of The Body of Art) arrived in a limo to kick off … Continue reading →

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Openings: Logan Hicks & C215 – “Parallel Universe” @ Show & Tell Gallery

Posted on November 15, 2009 by sleepboy

Renowned stencil artists Logan Hicks (interviewed) and C215 opened their joint show “Parallel Unverse” at Show & Tell Gallery last week.  For their first show in Canada, the NY based Hicks brings his familiar architectural inspired cityscapes and Parisian artist C215 once again … Continue reading →

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