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Openings: Bob Dob – “Mouseketeer Army” @ La Luz de Jesus

Posted by sleepboy, December 20, 2012

Back in November, the La Luz de Jesus gallery in Los Angeles hosted all new works from Bob Dob (alongside Nathan Ota’s solo). Entitled Mouseketeer Army, the showing featured 76 new paintings that could be arranged together into the shape of his surreal take on the American Flag and were thematically based on a back story of the radical Youth International Party invading Disneyland. Rounding out the exhibition were a series of large-scale three dimensional works based on the Southern California-based artist’s most popular characters. Discuss Bob Dob here.

Openings: “Hello Kitty, Hello Art!” @ Openhouse Gallery

Posted by juggernut3, December 18, 2012

This past weekend New York City got a dose of the Hello Kitty treatment from Sanrio and a load of talented artists. Following a packed showcase for the Hello Kitty, Hello Art book release and exhibition at Known Gallery (covered), Kitty and the crew took over Openhouse Gallery in Chinatown for a pop-up show fit for the big apple. With custom created installation by Dabs & Myla and a limited print release with Betsy Johnson to go along with a new holiday giftshop, it wasn’t shocking […]

Audrey Kawasaki x Hint Mint Party

Posted by sleepboy, December 18, 2012

Recently, the art-loving Hint Mint company threw a private party at their headquarters to celebrate the release of a set of designs by Audrey Kawasaki (interviewed). Aside from checking out the original paintings that served as the imagery for the new series, other perks available to those in attendance. Each design was reproduced as a print on metal, which could be purchased, and also special five-pack cases were offered. Check out more photos of the festivities below… Discuss Audrey Kawasaki here.

Releases: Scott Musgrove – “Mutations” Print

Posted by sleepboy, December 18, 2012

Quality print publishing company Pressure Printing recently released a new print from Scott Musgrove’s (featured) entitled Mutations. The image chosen is another one of the Seattle-based painter’s imaginary species – this time interlocking rodents. As usual, the limited edition (run of 30) from PP comes with loving detailed touches (hand-stained, embossed, debossed and foil stamped) comes encased in an antiqued frame. Sized at 5.25″ x 7.5″, it will set you back $395. If interested, head over here for purchasing. Via OMG Posters. Discuss Scott Musgrove here.

Openings: “Post It 8” @ Giant Robot 2

Posted by sleepboy, December 16, 2012

Bringing back one of their most popular shows for its 8th iteration, Giant Robot 2 recently opened its doors to the Post It 8 group exhibition. Collectors in Los Angeles lined up starting from early morning to take first dibs at works on post-it notes priced affordably at $25. Entering several at a time, each fan was allowed to purchase the pieces they wanted as long as they stuck to the one-per-artist rule. As you can see, with the amount of work available and names hidden, […]

Releases: Audrey Kawasaki – “Deep Waters” and “Possessed” Prints

Posted by sleepboy, December 15, 2012

For those looking to add a print from Audrey Kawasaki (interviewed) to their collection, this weekend will be the next opportunity starting today at noon (Pacific Time). Deep Waters (above) will be limited to run of 200 with the unframed version for $270 and framed version for $550. For those who miss out on this sure to sell out beauty, your next chance will come on Sunday (December 16) with Possessed going on sale ($100) starting at midnight (Pacific Time) and ending after 24 hours. Anyone who […]

Openings: Joe Sorren – “Everything’s Alright Sweetie, Please Get Some Sleep” @ Jonathan LeVine

Posted by Manuel Bello, December 14, 2012

Joe Sorren (featured) recently opened a great show at New York’s Jonathan LeVine Gallery. Entitled Everything’s Alright Sweetie, Please Get Some Sleep, this exhibition delivered what we come to expect from the artist. From his thoughtful impressionist inspired brushstrokes to dreamy soft textures & lighting, Joe touches the viewers in a way few artists we’ve seen could. The themes this series harnesses are the fear and concerns of vulnerability, but also the contrasting strength that comes with courage. This wonderful show is up until December 29th, […]

Releases: Olly Moss – “The Lord Of The Rings” Print

Posted by sleepboy, December 13, 2012

Fans of The Lord Of The Rings don’t need to be told that this weekend marks the release of the highly anticipated first movie in the upcoming The Hobbit triology. What they may not know though is that Olly Moss will be releasing another one of his highly sought after prints through Mondo with the subject being Tolkien’s universe and characters. The limited edition seen above is 15″ x 36″ will be limited to a run of 580 for $50 (with a orange variant limited […]

Basel Week Miami ’12: PULSE – Highlights

Posted by sleepboy, December 12, 2012

Another strong fair we visited while we were enjoying Basel Week Miami was PULSE. Featuring many galleries and artists that we were familiar with, it was a nice stroll catching up with them as well as learning about some new artists. Here is an overview of what we saw, including these sculptures from Mark Mulroney (seen above), before we take you on some closer in-depth looks at some of the booths. Discuss Basel Week Miami here.

Preview: Ray Caesar @ KochxBos Gallery

Posted by sleepboy, December 12, 2012

The last collection of works from Ray Caesar (interviewed) we saw up close and personal was at a special showing in Beverly Hills last December at Stephen Webster. Dutch fans will get the same opportunity this weekend (December 15th) as the Toronto-based artist will be presenting his digital masterpieces at the KochxBos Gallery in Amsterdam. The recently relocated gallery will be home to new pieces like The Manager, Tea with Me and He, We Three Kings, Gift of Love, Gift of Time, and Gift of Joy featuring interactions […]