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

Posted by sleepboy, December 18, 2009

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 drips, Rosson’s recent work features opulent interiors brought back from recent history infused with playful elements like the Koons balloon sculpture (seen above). AM will definitely be keeping an eye on this promising young artist. More pics after the jump via Galerie Nathalie Obadia.

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

Posted by juggernut3, December 17, 2009

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 Jun Nguyen-Hatsushiba entitled “Breathing is Free: 12,756.3- Ho Chi Minh City 118.3 km.” This unique series of work focuses on Jun physically running 12,756 Kilometers – the diameter of the earth – utilizing a wrist GPS as he runs and via the magic of a […]

Highlights: Recommended openings for this week Dec 17 – 19

Posted by Andrew Hosner, December 17, 2009

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 lil’ recap of all the goodness coming up this January. Check out all the holiday festivities after the jump.

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

Posted by sleepboy, December 17, 2009

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 paintings and is available on the Gagosian webstore. So, if you want to meet the artist, make your way over to 988 Madison Avenue tonight at 6-8 pm. Via Hypebeast. Discuss Koons here.

Openings: Sickboy – “Logopop” @ The Rag Factory

Posted by sleepboy, December 17, 2009

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 explored other aspects of his work with this show that are decidely his own. More images after the jump.

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

Posted by sleepboy, December 16, 2009

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 the proceeds will go to Born Free USA, a national animal advocacy organization that works toward “ending the suffering of wild animals in captivity, rescuing individual animals in need, protecting wildlife including highly endangered species in their natural habitats, and encouraging compassionate conservation globally.” Take […]

Releases: KAWS 4FT Dissected Companion – Black

Posted by juggernut3, December 16, 2009

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 been confirmed that the final dissected companion (black) of the 4 foot series will be released December 19th at the Original Fake Tokyo flagship store. Check out more after the jump. Images thanks to High Snobiety Discuss KAWS here.

Basel Week Miami ’09 – Jen Stark @ SCOPE

Posted by sleepboy, December 16, 2009

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 cutouts at the Carol Jazzar Gallery booth. Even after staring at her work for a long while, we still could not really figure out how she was able produce such complex creations. See for yourself, after the jump…

Basel Week Miami ’09 – Rubell Family Collection Video

Posted by sleepboy, December 16, 2009

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 from this show exploring the role of appropriation throughout modern and contemporary art. Discuss Art Basel here.

Releases: Hi-Fructose Vol. 14

Posted by Ken, December 15, 2009

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 many more. Volume 14 will be made available sometime in the next few weeks through your local retailer or online through Hi-Fructose. Preview pics after the jump.