Monthly Archives: November 2009

Releases: Tyler Stout’s “Inglourious Basterds” Print

Acclaimed poster artist, Tyler Stout, has quietly dropped the few remaining copies of his “Inglourious Basterds” print.  The 24″x36″ six color screenprint was originally released for the VIP opening of the film at the renowned Alamo Drafthouse, which interestingly enough, … Continue reading

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Preview: Doktor A – “Freak Machanique” @ Lift Gallery

Doktor A, who is considered by many to be one of the pre-eminent “customizers” out there, is opening his show “Freak Machanique” tonight in Detroit. He has long since shown he that he has many other talents including painting and … Continue reading

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Openings: Liu Ye – “Leave Me in the Dark” @ Sperone Westwater

AM attended the opening of Chinese artist Liu Ye’s latest show “Leave Me in the Dark” at Sperone Westwater Gallery (previewed). Not surprisingly, the online preview images did not do the work justice, as Ye’s minimal compositions and subtle color … Continue reading

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Openings: Amy Sol – “The Wilderness Buffet” @ Copro Gallery

We stopped by to check out the opening of Amy Sol’s (interviewed) show “The Wilderness Buffet” in the large room at Copro Gallery last weekend. While taking in Sol’s new body of work, one can’t help but get drawn into … Continue reading

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Preview: Steve “ESPO” Powers @ White Walls

ESPO (Steve Powers) has been getting busy in San Francisco in preparation for his show at White Walls Gallery (teased). Our friends at Shooting Gallery shared some pics of the ever intellectual and prolific Brooklyn street artist working neck-deep to transform the … Continue reading

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Video / Preview: Jeremy Asher Lynch – “Natural Wonders” @ LeBasse Projects

Artist and videographer Jeremy Asher Lynch is participating in a three person show tonight entitled “Natural Wonders” at LeBasse Projects along with James Roper and Kevin E. Taylor. Jeremy, who also runs Modus Films, produced a video from his “A … Continue reading

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Studio Visit: Jason Vivona

Last week, AM visited the studio of Jason Vivona as he was preparing for his first San Francisco solo show opening today at Gallery Six.  If you’re not aware, Gallery Six is the pet project of Jillian Mackintosh, whom you … Continue reading

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Openings: Barry McGee & Phil Frost – “Mind the Gap” @ Prism

During a special preview event last night, Prism opened its doors for the first time with “Mind the Gap,” a show featuring Barry Mcgee and Phil Frost. With its impressive architecture, prime rooftop terrace, unbeatable location, and top notch art … Continue reading

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Highlights: Recommended openings for Nov 13 – 14

Yet another BIG weekend of art happenings is upon us. The art world has been on fire since things kicked back into high gear this past September and the landmark shows just keep coming. Leading the charge this weekend is … Continue reading

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Armsrock for Glow 2009

Armsrock (interviewed) has put up an interesting installation for this year’s GLOW – International Forum of Light in Art and Architecture in the Netherlands. A series of 18 x 18 cm photo-slides which engravings he did with an etching needle … Continue reading

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