Monthly Archives: January 2011

Patron After Party (Los Angeles Art Show) @ The Ritz-Carlton Residences at L.A. LIVE

Posted on January 21, 2011 by Khoi

To celebrate the kick-off of the L.A. Art Show and showcase the artwork of Shepard Fairey, Mear One, Shark Toof, and Chor Boogie, The Ritz-Carlton Residences at L.A. Live (in collaboration with LA ART MACHINE) hosted the Patron After Party … Continue reading →

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Teaser / Setup: Ellis G. – Permanently Temporary @ Mighty Tanaka

Posted on January 20, 2011 by sleepboy

It looks like our friend Ellis Gallagher’s (interviewed) is setting up for his latest show Temporarily Permanent, a title that certainly describes the state of street art, especially when mostly done with chalk in his case. With this newest endeavor, … Continue reading →

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Previews: R.M. Phoenix – ‘Nobody’s Fault But [Mine] [Yours] [Ours] Mine’ @ And/Or Gallery, London

Posted on January 20, 2011 by sven

AM has been following the work of R.M. Phoenix and the journey he has taken with his art over the last couple of years since being first introduced by mutual friends Chloe Early and Conor Harrington. His most recent body … Continue reading →

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Preview: Brian Despain – “Tin Machines and Mercuric Dreams” @ Roq La Rue Gallery

Posted on January 20, 2011 by lowpro

In his first exhibit with Seattle-based Roq La Rue since 2009′s Requiarium (covered), Brian Despain (interviewed) is primed and ready with a whole bag of new tricks for his upcoming show next month. Opening Friday, February 11th, Tin Machines and … Continue reading →

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Art Stage Singapore 2011

Posted on January 20, 2011 by sleepboy

Art Stage Singapore, a new international art fair opened and closed last week with reports of strong sales, 32,000 visitors, and work shown by 121 galleries from 26 countries. The art world will be seeing more events like these in … Continue reading →

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Releases: KAWS x The Standard Light Bulb Set

Posted on January 20, 2011 by lowpro

Fresh off a “distorted” reinterpretation of his iconic Companion figure with Robert Lazzarini (covered), KAWS has now teamed up with The Standard for a collaborative project aimed at spicing up the interior lighting of the contemporary art collector’s home. The … Continue reading →

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Openings: Brett Amory – ‘Intentional Abstractions’ @ Outsiders Gallery

Posted on January 19, 2011 by sven

Brett Amory (interviewed) made his UK debut with style last week and AM went along to the opening of Intentional Abstractions to see his emotive work for ourselves. The Lazarides-run Outsiders Gallery has put on some great shows since the … Continue reading →

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Teaser: Scott C. – “The Great Showdowns” @ Gallery 1988 (Melrose)

Posted on January 19, 2011 by sleepboy

Those of you who are familiar with Scott Campbell’s work, know that one the greatest series he has created is his “Great Showdowns”. In these little works of art, the SF based artist pits archnemeses and natural enemies against each … Continue reading →

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Teaser: Ryan McLennan – “New Works” @ David B. Smith Gallery

Posted on January 19, 2011 by lowpro

Building off last years illustrious Grand Prize Award from West Collection, Ryan McLennan is set to reveal his newest body of work with David B. Smith Gallery. Opening Friday, January 28th, along side Laura Ball (teased), New Works will continue … Continue reading →

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Details: KAWS x Robert Lazzarini – “Distorted Companions”

Posted on January 19, 2011 by juggernut3

In case you missed it yesterday, KAWS put up for sale his latest release – a set of collaboration figures with Robert Lazzarini. Unfortunately, they quickly sold out. But lucky for you, AM ran down the delivery man in order … Continue reading →

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