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Videos: John Knuth – “Fly Paintings” for MOCAtv

Posted by sleepboy, August 1, 2013

MOCAtv recently released a video detailing the novel work of John Knuth and his little “assistants.” By feeding pigments to the over 250,000 common houseflies that were used in this new series of paintings, Knuth is able to create his artwork from the regurgitations over the canvases that form the insects’ environment. Make sure you get to the end of the video where you will see the resulting pieces…

Upcoming: “Out With The Old” @ Library Street Collective

Posted by sleepboy, July 31, 2013

On August 3rd, the Library Street Collective will be opening a new group show entitled Out With The Old in Detroit. The impressive list of artists participating include AJ Fosik, Alex Lukas, Augustine Kofie, Cleon Peterson, Dabs Myla, Dana Oldfather, Dave Kinsey, Hacer, Jim Houser, Kelsey Brookes, Mr. Jago, OMENS, POSE (seen above), REVOK, Richard Colman, PUSH, REYES, RIME, Sam Friedman, Tristan Eaton, VIZIE, and ZES. The Motor City doesn’t often see an exhibition of this quality to head over for a look if you are […]

Upcoming: Eric Joyner – “First World Problems” @ Corey Helford Gallery

Posted by sleepboy, July 31, 2013

Robot and donut enthusiast Eric Joyner (interviewed) will be opening a solo show at Corey Helford Gallery on August 10th, his fifth with the Culver City showspace. Unlike his last show (covered) which featured his old school mechanical characters in the natural setting, the new paintings depict them in the city along with their dependable fried dessert friends. Rife with irony, First World Problems will see his robots dealing with the “struggles” of urban coexistence. Discuss Eric Joyner here.

Upcoming: Tran Nguyen – “A Place Procurred From Our Yesteryears” @ Roq La Rue

Posted by sleepboy, July 30, 2013

On Thursday night (August 1st), Roq La Rue will be hosting all new works from painter Tran Nguyen (alongside Jason “Ti Kunkit” Wheatley). After a couple showings in Los Angeles (here & here), A Place Procurred From Our Yesteryears will build on the delicate portraiture we have seen from her in the past with new acrylic & colored pencil pieces as well as some sketches. The imagery this time seems to be exploring the relationships between her characters and urban space as well as its implications. Discuss […]

VNA Issue 23 / Faile Cover Release (New York & London)

Posted by sleepboy, July 30, 2013

VNA’s Issue 23 is set for release and they will be celebrating in style with two release parties. Featuring Faile (featured) as their cover artist, the magazine will be available in New York at Reed Space (July 31st, 6-9 pm) and in London at Lazarides Rathbone (August 8th, 6-9pm), including limited edition hand screen printed cover versions (seen above, USD$60). Other artists seen in this issue include Morning Breath, Prefab77, Agostino Iacurci, Eelus, Hedof, Michael Sieben, Days, Peque, Vibes, and more. Those who can’t make the events […]

Preview: Scott Scheidly – “The Pinks” @ Spoke Art

Posted by sleepboy, July 29, 2013

Thursday night (August 1st) at Spoke Art, Scott Scheidly will expanding his ongoing pink portrait series with all new works for his debut solo show, The Pinks, with the gallery. As seen in his participation in ArtPadSF the Scope Art Fair, the Orlando-based painter explores the cultural and social implications of color and the associated preconceptions by re-imagining recognizable macho characters and infamous historical figures (i.e.: making a mockery of Ayatollah Khomeini, religious leader of a country that is well known for persecution of the LGBT community). Discuss Scott Scheidly […]

Upcoming: Know Hope – “The Abstract And The Very Real” @ Lazarides Rathbone

Posted by sleepboy, July 29, 2013

With the private view scheduled for August 1st and the general opening on August 2nd, it’s about time we told you about Know Hope’s newest solo. After an exhibition in Los Angeles last year (covered), the Tel Aviv-based artist is taking another step in his career with a London showing entitled The Abstract And The Very Real at Lazarides Rathbone. The new body of work continues to explore the human condition series of assemblages, paintings, and a site specific installation featuring his signature characters and poetic […]

Rewind: July 22 – July 28

Posted by sleepboy, July 28, 2013

It’s time to take a look at some worthy art-related videos in another one of our Rewind features. First up is an interview with Jeffrey Deitch as he speaks about art and his time in LA, created before word came out that he is stepping down as MOCA’s director. Other videos to watch include: A video about Matt Small and his show at Nelly Duff. Kickstarter video for Art Story. Trailer for Jay Z’s Picasso Baby on HBO (via Hyde or Die). Amanda Ross-Ho discusses […]

Preview: “Shades” @ Corey Helford Gallery

Posted by sleepboy, July 27, 2013

Tonight in Culver City, the Corey Helford Gallery will be opening a new group show featuring Aaron Woes Martin, Andrew Brandou, Beau Stanton, Ben Frost, Carlos Ramos, Chloe Early (above), Cyrcle, David Stoupakis, Deirdre Sullivan-Beeman, Ernesto Yerena, Esao Andrews, Germs, Greg Gossel, Joey Remmers, Junghwa Hong, Lola, Martin Wittfooth, Melissa Haslam, Michael Peck, Nate Frizzell, Nouar, Revok, Richard J Oliver, Risk, Shag, Soey Milk, Tom Bagshaw, and Yumiko Kayukawa. Shades well feature works created by the artists with a limited palette and each one will be sized at 16″ x 16″. […]

Releases: Amy Sol – “Beacon” & “Aquilon’s Valley” Prints

Posted by sleepboy, July 27, 2013

Later today (2 pm PST), Amy Sol (interviewed) will be releasing two new prints on her online store. Beacon (seen above) is based on an painting that showed last year in Miami (covered) and the original of the Aquilon’s Valley image (seen below) was included in a group show earlier this year (covered). Both limited editions will be in a run of 25, be sized at 15″ x 15″, and cost $100 Discuss Amy Sol here.