Monthly Archives: December 2009

Showing: Rosson Crow – “Paris, Texas” @ Galerie Nathalie Obadia

Posted on December 18, 2009 by sleepboy

You may remember seeing Rosson Crow’s luminous painting for the “Stages” exhibition that we have been covering.  She recently opened up her second solo show in Paris at the Galerie Nathalie Obadia entitled “Paris, Texas.” Utilizing vibrant colors, blurs, and … Continue reading →

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Basel Week Miami ’09 – Jun Nguyen-Hatsushiba @ Mizuma

Posted on December 17, 2009 by juggernut3

As many art fans know, art isn’t just about the finished product; it’s often the process and inspiration that it draws from. Unlike their previous art fairs, Mizuma Gallery focused it efforts at Art Basel with a solo project from … Continue reading →

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Highlights: Recommended openings for this week Dec 17 – 19

Posted on December 17, 2009 by Andrew Hosner

The holidays are upon us and the art world is slowing down to take a lil’ break, but there are still a few shows going off this weekend worth your time. We’ll be back in a couple weeks with a … Continue reading →

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Releases/Signing: Jeff Koons – “Hulk Elvis” Book (NYC)

Posted on December 17, 2009 by sleepboy

Jeff Koons, who recently opened a solo exhibition in LA at the Gagosian, will be making an appearance at the New York branch for a book signing. The new 138 page publication “Hulk Elvis” features his series of similarly named … Continue reading →

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Openings: Sickboy – “Logopop” @ The Rag Factory

Posted on December 17, 2009 by sleepboy

UK artist Sickboy opened up his “Logopop” show yesterday in London at The Rag Factory. Along with new paintings and limited edition releases, the Bristol native also had immersive site-specific installations. Although known for his temple icon imagery, Sickboy also … Continue reading →

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Preview: “A Cry For Help” Benefit Show @ Thinkspace

Posted on December 16, 2009 by sleepboy

Opening January 8th as one of the first shows of 2010 will be Thinkspace’s “A Cry For Help.”  The group show features a long list of artists who have produced work bringing attention to different endangered animals.  Twenty percent of … Continue reading →

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Releases: KAWS 4FT Dissected Companion – Black

Posted on December 16, 2009 by juggernut3

For KAWS collectors who follow the elusive and highly coveted 4 foot companion series, (here & here) it’s been a forgone conclusion that the final 4ft black dissected companion would be released. The real question was when? Well, it’s just … Continue reading →

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Basel Week Miami ’09 – Jen Stark @ SCOPE

Posted on December 16, 2009 by sleepboy

The AM crew stopped by the SCOPE Fair to take a look at the geometric paper sculptures by Jen Stark during Art Basel Week. The Miami-based artist was showing off her eye-catching pieces of what appear to be precise paper … Continue reading →

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Basel Week Miami ’09 – Rubell Family Collection Video

Posted on December 16, 2009 by sleepboy

Last week, we brought you photos from the Rubell Family’s exhibition – “Beg Borrow and Steal” in Miami during Art Basel Week. To round out the coverage, check out this video footage by Vernissage TV as they record the work … Continue reading →

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Releases: Hi-Fructose Vol. 14

Posted on December 15, 2009 by Ken

Hi-Fructose Magazine will be releasing their next issue this coming January 2010. Cover artist Greg “Craola” Simkins (featured) has an exclusive interview and sketchbook sneak peek, alongside other artists such as Skinner, Gregory Euclide, Jesse Hazelip, Van Arno, Lola and … Continue reading →

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