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Releases: Jeff Koons x Dom Pérignon Sculpture Package

Posted by sleepboy, June 29, 2013

You may remember our recent article detailing Jeff Koons’ latest exhibition at the Gagosian in New York and despaired at the the thought of ever owning something from him. Now, love him or hate him, fans of the contemporary art giant’s sculptural works have a (relatively speaking) more affordable chance to own an editioned version of his Balloon Venus, in the form of a packaged collaboration with Dom Pérignon (also see their previous work with Warhol and David Lynch). Although unclear if this will be readily available, the […]

Jeff Koons – “New Paintings & Sculpture” @ Gagosian

Posted by juggernut3, June 20, 2013

AM recently had the pleasure of visiting Jeff Koons’ latest show at the Gagosian in New York. Known as one of the bell-weather blue chip artist of the contemporary art scene for the past few decades, Mr. Koons made his debut exhibition at the New York gallery space of the Gagosian after previously exhibiting at Larry’s Los Angeles and London outposts over the past decade. Entitled New Paintings & Sculpture, this fresh body of work exemplifies the appeal of Koons and his ability to draw […]

Upcoming: Jeff Koons – “New Paintings And Sculpture” @ Gagosian (New York)

Posted by sleepboy, May 7, 2013

On May 9th, the Gagosian Gallery in New York (555 West 24th Street) will be presenting paintings and sculptures from contemporary art giant Jeff Koons. The works selected for this show come from several of his series of works including the Antiquity paintings and sculptures (Balloon Venus seen above), as well as pieces from his Hulk Elvis and Celebration line of works. Love him or hate him, opening night promises to be a spectacle… Photo credit: DiePresse. Discuss this show here. Discuss Jeff Koons here.

Overtime: Jan 28 – Feb 3

Posted by Khoi, February 3, 2013

Overtime stories of the week: Steve Wynn revealed to be Koons’ Tulips buyer as The Wynn in Las Vegas has put the piece on display. Is India facing a “cultural emergency” with writers, painters and filmmakers being targeted by the mob? Nearly 400-year-old secret painting in Rembrandt masterpiece revealed using x-ray techniques. Guests of anti-poverty group asked to leave Musee d’Orsay because visitors complained that they smelled. Spiegal Online feels German museums and governments have failed to properly address Nazi looted artworks. Henry Kravis claims […]

Upcoming: Jeff Koons @ Gagosian Gallery (Beverly Hills)

Posted by sleepboy, December 4, 2012

Returning to the Gagosian space in Beverly Hills where he last exhibited in 2009 (covered), Jeff Koons will be opening a new exhibition there on December 7th. Although he is know mostly for his larger than life sculptures, the last time he showed at the gallery, he brought with him bold new paintings. This time around may see him return to more three-dimensional works as a teaser image of his Coloring Book (1997–2005) sculpture has been posted up. Photo credit: Kenzo* Discuss Jeff Koons here.

Releases: Ryan McCann – “Death To Koons” 1xRun Print

Posted by sleepboy, September 25, 2012

Continuing their line of desirable prints, 1xRun has announced their next release – Ryan McCann’s Death To Koons image. The provocative portrayal of the contemporary art giant being dunked into one of his famous basketball tanks comes from McCann’s “Death To…” series (you may remember a previous painting poking fun at Banksy). The 20 x 16″ limited edition comes in a max run of 100, will be available for the next six days, costs $75, and can be purchased here for those interested.

The Water Tank Project (New York)

Posted by sleepboy, July 3, 2012

If Tom Fruin’s Watertower installation in Brooklyn is any indication, having artwork tower over art lovers in New York can make the cityscape a lot more interesting. Something that might do just that (as evidenced by these mock-up photos) is the proposed Water Tank Project, except instead of a new structure, existing water tanks (twelve feet high, thirteen feet in diameter) in NYC will be used as canvases for public art. Scheduled for the Summer of 2013, artwork from artists and notables like Jeff Koons, Ed Ruscha, Jose Parla, Catherine […]

Rewind: June 25 – July 1

Posted by sleepboy, July 1, 2012

Legendary artist David Lynch recently got together with Dom Pérignon for a collaborative project. The American filmmaker, television director, visual artist, musician, and actor designed some limited versions of the Champagne brand’s bottles along with the packaging featuring the theme of flickering lights. The process was documented on a short film seen below, but you can also see some of the photos and an interview here. More videos of the week: Mike Leavitt was added as part of the ongoing ArtTalk series. John Baldessari explain his views of the internet’s impact […]

Showing: Jeff Koons @ Fondation Beyeler

Posted by sleepboy, June 18, 2012

Last month, we already shared with you a video detailing Jeff Koons’ current showing at the Fondation Beyeler. For the fans out there who want more and weren’t able to stop by the exhibition during Basel Week Switzerland this year, here are some actual photos from the Swiss Museum for your to peruse. The show runs until September 2, 2012 and features a focus on three bodies of works: The New, Banality, and Celebration. There’s also a huge flower sculpture, Split Rocker, in the garden of […]

Rewind: May 21 – May 27

Posted by sleepboy, May 26, 2012

Currently showing at Fondation Beyeler is the first exhibition ever devoted by a Swiss museum to American artist Jeff Koons. The show runs until September 2, 2012 and features a focus on three bodies of works: The New, Banality, and Celebration. There’s also a huge flower sculpture, Split Rocker, in the garden of the museum. This video from Vernissage TV boasts footage of the entire show as well as a talk with curator Dr. Theodora Vischer. Other than this featured video, other notables for the […]