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Sketchbook: Yoskay Yamamoto

Posted by sleepboy, January 4, 2010

We hope you enjoyed looking through Nate Frizell’s sketchbook a couple of weeks ago. This time, we take a look at some of Yoskay Yamamoto’s (interviewed) creative process as we flip through his sketches. He was kind enough to share it with us during our studio visit with him last year. Take a look after the jump – maybe you will see something that will become a painting for his solo show in June at LeBasse Projects.

Preview: “He-Man and the Masters of the Universe” Show @ Gallery 1988 (LA)

Posted by sleepboy, January 3, 2010

For those of you into tribute shows, Gallery 1988 in Los Angeles has a show opening on January 9th that might interest you. It’s another exhibition in their series of “Under the Influence” shows and this time the theme is “He-Man and the Masters of the Universe.” Indulge in the nostalgia and take a look at some preview pics after the jump…

Dr. Sketchy’s Marathon (LA) @ Nucleus Gallery

Posted by sleepboy, January 1, 2010

If you have seen our coverage of Dr. Sketchy events in the past, you’ll already know what a great night of art and entertainment it is. Your first opportunity in 2010 to check it out for yourself will be tomorrow night in Los Angeles at the Nucleus Gallery. The live drawing and painting marathon session will begin at 8:00 pm on Saturday, January 2nd and ending at 10:00 PM on Sunday, January 3rd. Over a dozen models will be posing in and out of costume […]

Releases: Mel Kadel x Uncommon

Posted by sleepboy, January 1, 2010

It looks like Mel Kadel, who recently had a show at the Fecal Face Gallery, collaborated with Uncommon on some pretty cool cellphone covers. There are multiple designs featuring her classic characters and patterns, some remixed in a fresh way like in the planets seen above. Take a look at some other options after the jump…

Video: (R)Evolution of Urban Art @ Warrington Museum & Art Gallery

Posted by sleepboy, January 1, 2010

The Warrington Museum & Art Gallery is holding an exhibition until March 13th highlighting some “Urban Art” from artists like Banksy, Blek le Rat, Gavin Turk, Adam Neate (interviewed), David Choe, Faile (featured), Lorraine Robbins, Antony Micallef (interviewed), Ron English (featured), José Parlá, Elbow-Toe (interviewed), Sam Taylor-Wood, Candice Tripp (interviewed), Swoon (interviewed) and Takashi Murakami – um, yes… Murakami. We believe the pieces are part of a private collection that also exhibited at the Stoke-on-Trent Potteries Museum & Art Gallery earlier this year.

Preview: Colin Christian – “Inner Space” @ Opera Gallery (London)

Posted by sleepboy, December 31, 2009

It looks like Colin Christian (whose art was recently featured in Kayne West’s concert) is planning to go big with his upcoming show in London at the Opera Gallery. “Inner Space” will feature Colin’s full-bodied sculptures of luscious girls in what look to be tight latex suits – completely understandable as he used to make latex clothing for fetish stores around the country before he started creating his own art. It also looks like he’ll be going large scale with his signature head sculptures (seen […]

Preview: Sas Christian – “Inner Space” @ Opera Gallery (London)

Posted by sleepboy, December 31, 2009

Born in London, Sas Christian returns for her long anticipated show at the Opera Gallery in London opening on February 4th. A talented painter who cites some of her influences as anime, Harajuku kids, Tamara De Lempicka and Mark Ryden, she is one of the more original “girls painting girls” artists that seem so popular these days. Of course, not many of the newer artists can match the powerfully emotive and memorable work of Sas. She will be exhibiting alongside fellow artist and husband Colin […]

Teaser: Glenn Barr @ The 4th Wall Gallery

Posted by sleepboy, December 30, 2009

Celebrated artist Glenn Barr will be bringing his creatures, vixens, and robots to Dallas for a solo show opening on January 14th. Held at The 4th Wall Gallery, this new body of work will include around 20 new paintings and 20 new drawings as well as sculptures and prints. Take a look at an additional piece after the jump…

Openings: The LOST Underground Art Show @ Gallery 1988 (LA)

Posted by sleepboy, December 29, 2009

AM stopped by earlier this month to check out the “LOST” show at Gallery 1988 (LA) only to be confronted by a long line of fans that lined up overnight as well as a media frenzy that ensued. We did manage to get inside and snap some pics of the artwork eventually for all to enjoy. It was nice to see many of the characters we love remixed and reinterpreted into paintings that were often subtle and well conceived. Take a look after the jump…

Audrey Kawasaki Time Limited Print Poll

Posted by sleepboy, December 27, 2009

If you haven’t seen Audrey Kawasaki’s (interviewed) stunning new body of work yet, do yourself a favor and stop by Jonathan Levine Gallery in New York or check out our coverage here. On a related note, Audrey is polling her fans to see which print they want to see released next – “Yuuwaku,” “Migawari,” “Meisai,” “Hyakki Yakou,” or “Mezmeru Mae Ni” – all from her current show. The release will be one of her rare “time limited” prints, meaning during a designated time period, the […]