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Releases: Tiffany Bozic – “Drawn By Instinct” Monograph

Posted by sleepboy, August 31, 2012

It’s been a while (2010) since we met up with gifted painter Tiffany Bozic, but now comes news that a book she has been working on is finally ready. Drawn By Instinct, produced by Gingko Press, includes over 150 color illustrations in its 192 pages featuring her beautiful renderings of the natural world. To kick things off for the release, she will be giving a talk at the SF Public Library on Tuesday (September 4th) at 6:00pm. Via Upper Playground. Discuss Tiffany Bozic here.

Fame Fest ’12: Interesni Kazki

Posted by sleepboy, August 31, 2012

Artistic duos in the street art scene don’t often work on their own, but Interesni Kazki has done so on multiple occasions. This is exactly what happened for this year’s Fame Festival, as AEC left his brother and headed over to Grottaglie to get up on his own. Despite some setbacks, the little town in Italy now has some mural love from the Ukraine. Discuss Fame Festival here. Discuss Interesni Kazki here.

Closings: Josh Keyes @ Joseph Gross Gallery (University of Arizona)

Posted by sleepboy, August 31, 2012

Last night, AM attended the closing of Josh Keyes’ show at the University of Arizona (Joseph Gross Gallery). As we discussed in an earlier interview with the Portland-based painter, the body of work consisted of a wonderful mix of new and old pieces giving fans a nice overview of the progression of his aesthetic over the last several years. Included in the selection of new work was a refreshed take on his treadmill imagery, pieces that featured local references, as well as a piece that will […]

Previews: Audrey Kawasaki – “Midnight Reverie” @ Jonathan LeVine

Posted by juggernut3, August 31, 2012

Earlier this month, we gave you a first taste of Audrey Kawasaki’s (interviewed) upcoming exhibition with Jonathan LeVine Gallery. The show entitled Midnight Reverie is her second showing with the New York space and flirts with more dreamy undertones with her seductive feminine figures. Similar to her previous turn at LeVine, there will be a limited edition available. Entitled You Come First, the print will be sold in person on a first come first served basis with the sale beginning on September 8th at 1pm in […]

Releases: Andy Warhol x Campbell’s Soup Cans

Posted by sleepboy, August 30, 2012

The Campbell’s Soup company will be releasing some limited edition (albeit 1.2 million of them) cans inspired by Andy Warhol’s imagery to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Warhol’s iconic 32 Campbell’s Soup Cans. Approved by the Andy Warhol Foundation, these new cans will be available starting Sunday at your local Target stores at 75 cents each. *edit* It appears some Targets have released them early *edit* Photo via AP / WOKV. Discuss Andy Warhol here.

Openings: Steven Harrington – “Insideout” @ Known Gallery

Posted by sleepboy, August 30, 2012

Currently showing at the Known Gallery in Los Angeles through this weekend are the works of Steven Harrington. Insideout is the first exhibition held in his hometown of Los Angeles since 2009 from the artist and designer, also known for co-founding both the design agency National Forest and pop-art brand You&I. The new body of work consists of a collection of drawings, paintings, prints, and sculptures (including his biggest ever – seen above) that reflect Harrington’s artistic journey of discovery and his desire to share it with others. Photo Credit: Quang […]

Preview: Maya Hayuk – “Multi Versus” @ Cooper Cole Gallery

Posted by sleepboy, August 30, 2012

Next Thursday (September 6th) in Toronto, the Cooper Cole Gallery will be hosting a reception for the opening of Maya Hayuk new solo show. Multi Versus will feature the NY-based artist’s distorted symmetry and unusual pattern’s all rendered in a kaleidoscopic mix of colors. The exhibition will run through October 6th so head over for a look-see if you are in the area.

Previews: José & Rey Parlá – “U.T.O.P.I.A.” @ colette

Posted by juggernut3, August 30, 2012

Last week, we broke news about the Brothers Parlá and their tandem show entitled U.T.O.P.I.A at colette in France. The Parisian hub for fashion, lifestyle, and art will feature a fresh new body of work from siblings José & Rey. The former brings his transcendent calligraphic style with skills with traditional mediums such as canvas and panel. The latter brother brings his photographic eye and cutting edge techniques to form mindbreaking landscapes through this unique process. The opening night is set for September 3rd, so if you’re fortunate enough to be in Paris, make […]

Set Up: Dabs Myla – “Marvelous Expeditions” @ Thinkspace Gallery…

Posted by sleepboy, August 29, 2012

This upcoming weekend, Dabs Myla and Thinkspace will be presenting the show Marvelous Expeditions. The group exhibition will feature new work and installations by the artist couple but it will also feature work from 32 of their closest friends including Augustine Kofie, Greg Lamarche, Logan Hicks, Meggs and Revok to name a few. The series of artwork is meant to display Dabs Myla’s love for explorations and travels as well as their friends’ take on the same theme. The duo have been setting up all week, along with […]

Streets: Tanker Mural Collaboration (Copenhagen)

Posted by sleepboy, August 29, 2012

Artists Simon Hjermind Jensen, Theis Wendt, Anders Schmidt and Silas Inoue recently completed a pretty sweet collaboration mural in Odinsgade, Copenhagen featuring a giant tanker. Utilizing architectural elements like the chimney as well as existing graffiti, the grounded ship is a striking addition to the capital of Denmark. Take a look at more details as well as a wider view below…