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Teaser: “District La Brea” Group Exhibition @ MK2 Projects

Posted on November 10, 2011 by stephen

MK2 Projects, the special exhibition space from Merry Karnowsky, will open a group exhibition from 7-10pm tomorrow, November 11th, in conjunction with the unveiling of Shepard Fairey’s (featured) latest “District La Brea” mural (more on this later). The two week … Continue reading →

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Highlights: Recommended Openings – San Diego Comic-Con 2010

Posted on July 21, 2010 by stephen

There is no shortage of art related events at San Diego Comic-Con 2010 happening off the convention floor. After meeting your favorite artists during one of their signing events, unwind by checking out some of the excellent art shows currently … Continue reading →

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Signings: San Diego Comic-Con 2010

Posted on July 19, 2010 by stephen

San Diego Comic-Con 2010 officially kicks off this Wednesday. One of the things we’ve always enjoyed about the convention is being able to chat with some of our favorite artists or for those instances when we’ve been too awe-struck, simply … Continue reading →

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Studio Visits/Teaser: Judith Supine @ New Image Art

Posted on September 1, 2009 by stephen

The last time AM got a look inside the studio of street artist Judith Supine (seen on streets), there was a lot of work in the early stages of development – loose bits of magazine cut-outs and collages that hadn’t yet received … Continue reading →

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Openings: ModArt Magazine Curated Show @ Thinkspace Gallery

Posted on August 27, 2009 by stephen

Thinkspace Gallery’s current group show, “ModArt – A Celebration of 20 Issues and All That Lay Ahead,”  (previewed) curated by the team at European based ModArt Magazine opened to an excited Los Angeles crowd, but things really popped off when Ashton Kutcher, … Continue reading →

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Openings: “A Mirror Distorted” @ Carmichael Gallery

Posted on August 23, 2009 by stephen

Opening alongside Guy Denning’s “Celebrity Will Eat Itself” show at the Carmichael Gallery is “A Mirror Distorted” (previewed) featuring work from four unique female voices. South African transplant Candice Tripp (interviewed) continues to impress us with her wit and great use of … Continue reading →

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Openings: Dennis McNett – “Year of the Wolfbat” @ Thinkspace Gallery

Posted on August 18, 2009 by stephen

Dennis McNett’s (streets) show “Year of the Wolfbat” (setup) at Thinkspace Gallery was a whiff of fresh air for the Los Angeles art scene. With a body of work that felt raw and organic, the printmaking teacher at the Pratt Institute filled the gallery … Continue reading →

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Openings: Guy Denning – “Celebrity Will Eat Itself” @ Carmichael Gallery

Posted on August 15, 2009 by stephen

Guy Denning’s lastest body of work “Celebrity Will East Itself,” currently showing at the Carmichael Gallery, goes beyond the glitz and glam of Hollywood and explores the darker side of stardom. Working with oils, Denning presents a series of dark and powerful … Continue reading →

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Preview & Setup: ModArt Magazine Curated Show @ Thinkspace Gallery

Posted on August 14, 2009 by stephen

At 7pm tonight, Thinkspace Gallery plays host for the opening of “ModArt – A Celebration of 20 Issues and All That Lay Ahead,” a group show curated by the team at European based ModArt Magazine. AM stopped by the gallery for … Continue reading →

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Openings: Invader – “Low Fidelity” @ Lazarides (Rathbone Place)

Posted on August 14, 2009 by stephen

“Low Fidelity,” (previewed) the latest body of work from French urban artist Invader, has taken over Lazarides – Rathbone Place. Featuring his “Rubikcubism” technique, an offshoot of his artistry with colored tiles, Invader utilizes the faces of the popular puzzle game … Continue reading →

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