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World Tour: Gary Baseman & Toby in Israel – Jerusalem Meat and Jesus’ Lamb

Posted by sleepboy, April 17, 2009

We stopped by our friend Gary Basman’s (interviewed) studio this week to chat and take a look on his preparations for his upcoming showÂ “Le Noche de La Fusion” at Corey Helford Gallery.Â We were amazed by all the work and planning that will be going into making this one of the biggest art parties of the year, but more on that later. If you remember, Gary had a show in Israel this past January.Â As per his usual custom, he brought along Toby to […]

Damien Hirst & The Hours – “See The Light” Original Album Cover Artwork Contest

Posted by stephen, April 12, 2009

Contemporary art bad boy Damien Hirst and British band The Hours have put together an amazing contest where participants will have the opportunity to win the original artwork or one of 20 signed lithograph prints from the band’s “See The Light” album cover, which was created by Hirst himself. In addition, each entrant will also receive a link via e-mail to download the band’s latest track, “These Days.” With the band’s album releasing April 20th on his record label, Hirst is undoubtedly approaching this latest […]

Preview/Releases: Grafuck 4 @ Nucleus Gallery

Posted by sleepboy, April 8, 2009

My, how time flies.Â The fourth installment in the Grafuck series is set to be released this Saturday, April 11th at Nucleus Gallery. Grafuck 4 features a diverse selection of paintings, photography, and graphic design involving erotic themed art.Â As usual, there a nice mix of well-known and lesser-known artists participating in this year’s exhibition and book release, including James Jean (interviewed) who created the centerfold for this year (seen above). Take a look at the list of artists after the jump.

Release: Hunters, Run! green vinyl X Josh Keyes

Posted by AM Editor, April 7, 2009

Our friends at The Art Collectors are reporting that At Arms LTD. will release a very limited, green vinyl, second pressing of the sold out Hunters, Run! single, which features beautiful art work by Josh Keyes. These will be dropping today sometime before midnight EST, so keep a watchful eye.

Releases: KAWS Companion Keychains @ KAWSONE

Posted by AM Editor, April 6, 2009

Better act fast if you want to get these 2″ Companion keychains. The set of five colorways is on sale now for $60 at KAWSONE.com. UPDATE: Sold Out

Mark Ryden’s First Toy – YHWH

Posted by sleepboy, March 31, 2009

Here is the first photo we have seen of Mark Ryden’s first ever toy – YHWH.Â The figure is titled after one of his paintings (seen after the jump) and also cleverly posed with a little girl as in the painting.Â Not sure what it is meant to be but one definition of YHWH is the God of the Old Testament as transliterated from Hebrew consonants.Â Perhaps it’s Ryden’s vision of the Almighty, at least in the world of his paintings. The figure will come […]

Camille Rose Garcia Squid & Peppermint Man Dolls

Posted by sleepboy, March 4, 2009

As previously noted, Camille Rose Garcia’s work will be on display starting today at the Jonathan Levine Booth (SCOPE) now that the NY art fairs have started. Also available will be her wonderful Seymore Squidley (48″ x 8″ x 8″) and Peppermint Man (26″ x 5.5″ x 5.5″) plushes priced at $400 and $600 respectively released by her toy company PITCO. The dolls are handmade from organic materials with silk-screened faces and will be signed and numbered editions of 125. A closer look after the […]

Releases: Matzu Kirin print @ Joshua Liner Gallery

Posted by AM Editor, February 25, 2009

In conjunction with Tomokazu “Matzu” Matsuyama’s upcoming full-gallery solo exhibition Glancing at the Twin Peak opening in NYC on Friday March 6th, Joshua Liner Gallery has just released a stunning 30-color silkscreen print of one of Matzu’s emblamatic Kirins. The print is 24″ x 30″ in a small edition of 30, and will be priced at $550. AM will soon be posting more exclusive information about what is sure to be a fantastic show. In the meantime, to purchase the print or for more information […]

Grateful Palate’s James Jean Wine

Posted by juggernut3, February 16, 2009

When AM visited James Jeanâ€™s “Kindling” show at Jonathan Levine (here), the gallery served up some delicious wine with some of JJ’s artwork on it. Turns out that James designed three series of wine labels for California-based Grateful Palate. There are three different types of wine in the line: “Southern Belle” Shiraz, “Diddley Boo” Riesling, and “Poor Thing” Grenache. Each bottle has one of three different artwork on the label. So, continuing with our coverage of artist & vineyard collaborations (here) that entertain the eyes […]

Yoskay Yamamoto Video & Customs

Posted by sleepboy, February 7, 2009

Suilma Rodriguez sent us a nice video she took and edited of Yoskay Yamamoto’s Koibito’s release (covered) last month at Munky King. Since the release party, Yoskay has been busy preparing for his upcoming solo show in May. However, he still had time to work on some new customs of his Koibito figure… Pics after the jump.