Monthly Archives: July 2010

Streets: More Blu in Berlin – Global Warming

Posted on July 31, 2010 by sleepboy

Do you believe in global warming? If you remember, Banksy does, despite his tongue-in-cheek statement to the contrary. Now, we know Blu does too after this clever new piece in Berlin (another Berlin piece here) that shows that it’s only a matter … Continue reading →

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SDCC ’10: Exhibitors and Displays

Posted on July 31, 2010 by Khoi

To say that the San Diego Comic Con is a sensory overload would be an understatement. The top industry names go all out with their displays and booths promoting the latest films, comic books, and toys. Walk a couple of … Continue reading →

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Takashi Murakami x Casio G-Shock Frogman

Posted on July 31, 2010 by juggernut3

Superflat master Takashi Murakami has created an eye-popping G-Shock “Frogman” watch with Casio. The cool collaboration features his trademark “Flower” emblem etched on the black metal casing and the strap features his signature on the front. The watch comes in … Continue reading →

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Openings: M-City & Boogie @ Carmichael Gallery

Posted on July 30, 2010 by Khoi

Carmichael Gallery recently opened two shows at their Culver City gallery and although the artists use different mediums and subject matter, their work is both deeply rooted in the streets. M-City’s work was both mechanical in appearance and in physical … Continue reading →

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SDCC ’10: Costumes and Characters

Posted on July 30, 2010 by Khoi

Part of the immersive Comic Con experience for many is dressing up as their favorite character (or just one they strongly resemble) or interacting with and watching others in costume. It’s like the best organized Halloween party ever. Many attendees … Continue reading →

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Openings: “Come As You Are” @ PRISM

Posted on July 30, 2010 by sleepboy

Last night, the PRISM gallery on the Sunset Strip hosted a group exhibition “Come As You Are” in conjunction with New Image Art and RVCA. Featuring an eclectic collection of artists across all genres, the show included Susanne Melanie Berry, … Continue reading →

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Streets: Jeremy Fish & Sam Flores in Guadalajara

Posted on July 29, 2010 by sleepboy

After Jeremy Fish (featured) finished up with his show at Fifty24PDX (covered), he traveled to Gudalajara, Mexico to give a talk and run a workshop with Sam Flores (interviewed). The bad news is that it was canceled, but the good … Continue reading →

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Preview: Jonathan LeVine Gallery – “Annual Summer Invitational”

Posted on July 29, 2010 by juggernut3

The cool thing about the “Annual Summer Invitational” at Jonathan LeVine Gallery is that we get to see some fresh faces that haven’t had an opportunity to grace the gallery walls before. As mentioned earlier, this year’s lineup looks promising … Continue reading →

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Streets: Blu in Berlin

Posted on July 29, 2010 by sleepboy

Blu, whose stunning mural in Warsaw we recently pointed out, apparently was also in Berlin. The Italian street artist, who likes to work in large scale, put up a more simple piece, but no less poignant. With what looks like … Continue reading →

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Events: Retna Installation @ Rivera & Rivera

Posted on July 29, 2010 by AM Editor

Our friends at Rivera & Rivera just let us know about their reception tonight from 8-11pm for a new floor-to-ceiling installation by abstract L.A. street artist Retna. The scope of the project looks impressive, so if you are in the … Continue reading →

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