Monthly Archives: September 2010

Overtime: August 29 – Sept 4

Posted on September 5, 2010 by sleepboy

A closer look at Kaws’ upcoming work in Hong Kong. Banksy Hastings stencil defaced by Team Robbo already. Aiko to hit up Shanghai. It’s not good to get drunk carrying a $1.3 million painting around. Surprise surprise. The French are … Continue reading →

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Fame Fest ’10: JR

Posted on September 4, 2010 by sleepboy

With the opening of this year’s Fame Festival just around the corner, another artist arrived to make his unique mark on the city of Grottaglie – JR! After getting past some initial obstacles, the French street photographer pasted up an … Continue reading →

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Creative Process: Takashi Murakami – Kaikai & Kiki Concept for Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade

Posted on September 4, 2010 by juggernut3

A couple days ago, we shared with you the concept sketch of Takashi Murakami’s float contributions for this year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. With Kaikai and Kiki set to take flight down 34th street this fall, we thought it would be nice … Continue reading →

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Releases: Audrey Kawasaki – “Migawari” Print

Posted on September 4, 2010 by sleepboy

For those Audrey Kawasaki (interviewed) fans out there, if you haven’t heard already, scheduled for later today is a rare print release from the LA-based artist. At 1:00 PM Pacific Time, “Migawari” will be available on her webstore (pre-registration required) … Continue reading →

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Videos / Teaser: Os Gemeos – “It’s Snowing” Animation

Posted on September 3, 2010 by sleepboy

We just got wind of a pretty cool project Os Gemeos has been working on – an animated feature based on their beloved imagery and characters. Although the twins are using more traditional methods, this brings to mind Blu and … Continue reading →

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Dan Colen, Nate Lowman, Aaron Young, and Spencer Sweeney V Magazine Covers

Posted on September 3, 2010 by Khoi

V Magazine’s Fall 2010 issue – its New York issue, features covers with work by the big city’s brightest art world stars. Dan Colen, Nate Lowman, Aaron Young, and Spencer Sweeney all contribute their talents to the fashion publication’s dedication … Continue reading →

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Installation / Preview: Matthew Feyld – “Untitled 1 & 2″ @ Krets – Malmö & Neon – Brösarp, Sweden

Posted on September 3, 2010 by sven

We have been long time admirers of Matthew Feyld’s work here of AM, and we’ve watched him hone his skills over the last few years with numerous group and solo showings. The quality and precision of the Canadian artist is second … Continue reading →

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Video / Preview: Sarah Joncas – “Siren” @ Thinkspace Gallery

Posted on September 3, 2010 by sleepboy

Later tonight, Sarah Joncas (interviewed) will be opening her show “Siren” at the Thinkspace Gallery in Culver City alongside Dabs Myla. Looking through the new body of work, you really get a sense that Sarah’s vision and technique is beginning … Continue reading →

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Studio Visits / Preview: Dave Kinsey – “New Works” @ Joshua Liner Gallery

Posted on September 2, 2010 by juggernut3

Sometimes, you just need to get away from it all. That’s exactly what Dave Kinsey did for his upcoming show at New York’s Joshua Liner Gallery by moving up to Central California’s Three Rivers and focusing his energy into this fresh body … Continue reading →

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Takashi Murakami to create Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade Float

Posted on September 2, 2010 by juggernut3

Takashi Murakami is coming back to show in New York City, but this time, he’s in this year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. His contributions will be two specially designed floats of his studio mascots “Kaikai” and “Kiki”. With massive heads … Continue reading →

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