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Teaser: Esao Andrews Solo Show @ Thinkspace Gallery

Posted by sleepboy, June 6, 2009

Esao Andrews is bringing his own special brand of gothic and grotesque surrealism to Silverlake gallery Thinkspace in October with a solo show. Here is a glimpse of his new body of work where we can see a wonderfully multicolored and dynamic edge of a dress in a large piece entitled “The Conjoined Bell” on his easel. We are sure his fans looking forward to seeing more of this show developing, but for now, take a look at the concept sketch for this piece after […]

Openings: Adam Neate @ Olympia International Art Fair

Posted by juggernut3, June 6, 2009

Last week we teased you with Adam Neate’s newest creation. Now, we bring you the detailed view of the real McCoy.Â Olympia International Art and Antiques Fair recently held its private collectors preview and AM got some closer pictures of “The Concert Pianistâ€ piece from Neate. ThisÂ finalist in the â€œCountry Life Object of the Yearâ€ competitionÂ was featured at the Elms Lesters booth. The amazing details onÂ this piece really captures the fine-tuned environment and refined nature of the subject using Adam’s magical cardboard techniques. Check out […]

Preview: Mark Flood @ Peres Projects – Basel Week Switzerland (Liste)

Posted by Khoi, June 5, 2009

Mark Flood is a Texan who produces work that mocks popular American culture and the contemporary art world. His signs on cardboard poke fun at the prestige that culture places on paintings, with such messages as “Another Painting” or “25 More Paintings.” His collages of mutated celebrity portraits challenge people’s perceptions of their relationship with “celebrity” – are you interested in the person themselves or their image as depicted in the poster? How is the feedback to your head affected when that picture is tweaked? […]

Releases: Louis Vuitton – Art, Fashion & Architecture Book

Posted by juggernut3, June 5, 2009

If you enjoyed LV’s recent “Passion for Creation exhibition” in Hong Kong, then check out the new retrospective book: “Louis Vuitton:Â Art, Fashion and Architecture” that’s coming outÂ on September 1st.Â This 400+ page book reviews LV’s vanguard collaborations with numerous renowned artists,Â architects, designers, and photographersÂ throughout it’s iconic history. A special deluxe edition (pictured above)Â will feature Takashi Murakami’s “LV with Hands” hard cover jacket and an engravedÂ Damier pattern plexiglass slipcase (available exclusivelyÂ through Louis Vuitton stores and louisvuitton.com).Â Also, Yves Carcelle, Chairman and CEO of Louis Vuitton was interviewed […]

Openings: Charming Baker “The Meaning of Everything” London Exhibition

Posted by juggernut3, June 5, 2009

Last night was the preview opening of Charming Baker’s latest pop-up show “The Meaning of Everything” in London (previewed). The building was filled with excitement as Charming exhibited his latest body of work which showcases his mastery of abstract environments, loose strokes and detailed backgrounds with creative textures. We are excited to see Charming continue to take his talents and progress to another level. Remember this show doesn’t last long, so be sure to stop by before June 14th! Check out all the pics AM was able to bring you after the jump…

Openings: Tim Biskup – “The Mystic Chords of Memory” @ Iguapop Gallery

Posted by sleepboy, June 4, 2009

Tim Biskup’s â€œThe Mystic Chords of Memoryâ€ at Iguapop Gallery opened recently in Barcelona.Â Based on the opening photos as well as the preview we posted earlier, it looks like for this body of work, Biskup is mixing his newer pixelated style with some imagery from the past with a dash of new vibrant colors.Â Take a look at some pics from the show after the jump…

Preview: Joseph “2H” McSween & Parkskid @ Flatcolor Gallery

Posted by stephen, June 4, 2009

Flatcolor Gallery, located in Seattle’s historic Pioneer Square district, kicks off with their debut show tonight from 5-9pm with new work from Joseph “2H” McSween (interviewed) and Parskid. Hot off his solo exhibition in Los Angeles, 2H wows us again with his latest body of work and his unique mixture of graffiti elements, creative lighting and of course, alluring women. Both artists will be in attendance at tonight’s opening. Check out some of their pieces for the show after the jump…

Teaser: Hush @ Scope Art Fair – Basel Week Switzerland

Posted by juggernut3, June 4, 2009

Hush (interviewed) is set to show in EuropeÂ with a stopÂ in Switzerland. He’s got some new works and it’ll premierÂ with Opus Art during next week’s Scope Art Fair. The fair runs from June 8th-14th and will be one of the biggest fairs during Basel Week Switzerland. Following successful showings at the Carmichael Gallery and FIFTY24SF, it’s good to see Hush continue to showcase his talents around the globe.

Preview: “Self-Portraits” @ Circle Culture Gallery

Posted by Seth Carmichael, June 4, 2009

AM was lucky enough to get an advance look at what will surely be the most sought after pieces at “Self-Portraits,” Circle Culture Gallery’s latest offering opening tomorrow, Friday, June 5th in Berlin. Seen above is JR’s “Self-Portrait in a Woman’s Eye, Kenya” from the 28 Millimetres series and is a brilliant use of a subject to capture an image of himself. The idea for the show was to approach the historical theme of self-portraits and to bring it into a contemporary art context. See […]

Openings: Mike Davis & Heidi Taillefer @ Joshua Liner Gallery

Posted by AM Editor, June 4, 2009

Last Saturday, the Joshua Liner Gallery hosted the opening of shows by two talented painters, Mike Davis and Heidi Taillefer. Although the two are seemingly very different, the pairing of Davis and Taillefer begins to make perfect sense once one sees the work together. Both artists work in oil, are very technically proficient and could be labeled “pop-surrealists.”Â But beyond that, both incorporate their surrealist imagery within more classical styles of painting. Davis is obviously highly influenced by the Dutch Masters, so much so that […]