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Openings: The London Police – “Brothers in Arms” @ Carmichael Gallery

Posted by Andrew Hosner, September 19, 2009

The London Police opened a huge show last week in Los Angeles at the Carmichael Gallery located out on La Brea. The art lovers of LA came out in strong numbers to support the show and to catch the premiere of the Ashton Kutcher produced “Brothers In Arms” short film (teased)Â that chronicled 5 days of the TLP being handcuffed together during the final touches of their show. The flim is hilarious and came out so good. Thanks to NOMAD (who’s still in town after his […]

Openings: Scion Installation 5 – “Self Portrait” (LA)

Posted by sleepboy, September 19, 2009

Last Saturday, Scionâ€™sÂ Installation Art TourÂ which originally started at Art Basel – Miami last year, arrived at it’s final destination – Culver City.Â After stops in Detroit, Phoenix, Minneapolis, New York, San Jose, Philadelphia, and Portland, this year’sÂ “Self Portraits” themed artÂ will be auctioned off (artnet) to benefitÂ Creative Capital,Â a national artist support organization.Â Take a look at the opening as well as all the art work after the jump and get to bidding as there are bargains to be had…

Showing: Keith Haring @ Woodward Gallery

Posted by sleepboy, September 19, 2009

The Woodward Gallery opened a show featuring some famed New York street artist Keith Haring’s work last weekend.Â The exhibition focuses on some of Haring’s earlier works and includes subway drawings, studio interiors and other never-before-exhibited works. Photo set after the jump…

Highlights: Recommended Openings For September 17-23

Posted by Andrew Hosner, September 17, 2009

After the onslaught of openings across the globe last weekend, things have calmed down a bit. Leading the charge this week is the second year of the FAME Festival in Italy. If you’ve been following our coverage of the show thus far, you already know it is by far the place to be this weekend and as always, keep it locked onÂ AM for coverage of the opening night events. Check out the full details for the FAME Festival and all the other shows going off […]

Update: Nuart Festival 2009

Posted by sleepboy, September 17, 2009

As stated in our preview last month, Italy (Fame Festival) isn’t the only country with an amazing street art festival happening right now.Â Norway is playing host again to the Nuart Festival, this year featuring the work of the best of Brooklyn street art including David Choe, Swoon (interviewed), Skewville, Brad Downey, Leon Reid aka Darius & Downey, Chris Stain (interviewed), Judith Supine, Logan Hicks (interviewed), Graffiti Research Lab and Benjamin Wolf.Â Take a look at what all the artists have been up to (courtesy […]

Openings: Barry McGee @ Biennale de Lyon

Posted by sleepboy, September 16, 2009

Barry McGee’s participation in the annual Biennale de Lyon was cause for excitement in the AM offices, especially after seeing some video footage.Â Some photos surfaced this morning of the opening of the immersive installation Mr. Twist graced the French with (consisting of some new and old elements).Â Looks like McGee went all out with tagged overturned vans, paintings, classic patterned pieces, just an overall aweseom exhibit. More pics after the jump…

Releases: Shepard Fairey x Michael Jordan x Upper Deck – Hall of Fame Tribute Series

Posted by juggernut3, September 16, 2009

We recently tipped you off about the upcoming MichaelÂ Jordan Hall of Fame Tribute Series created by Shepard Fairey and Upper Deck. Now the final two images have been revealed.Â The first is of his Hall of Fame induction portrait andÂ secondÂ of his “Air-ness” in his UNC blue days. The first release is the complete set (signed by both Jordan and Shepard) available on ObeyGiant.com tomorrow, Sept 17th. Check out the other releases, images, edition size and details after the jump.

Teaser: Antony Micallef – “Becoming Animal” @ Lazarides (Rathbone Place)

Posted by juggernut3, September 15, 2009

The man once mentioned as “this generation’s Francis Bacon” is about to have a show and AM can’t wait! Last time, we saw “Ant” was at Outsiders NYC (covered) and his abstract goodness delighted the New York crowd. His latest solo “Becoming Animal” looks to be EPIC! Check out this appetizing image from the coming show. Only 10 more days until Antony Micallef returns to London to show at Lazarides on September 25th. Get ready… Discuss this show here. Discuss Micallef here.

Openings: Dain – “Copesetic” @ Brooklynite Gallery

Posted by juggernut3, September 15, 2009

“Copesetic” is the name of Dain’s first ever solo show at the Brooklynite Gallery. It means “fine and dandy,” a throwback term from the early 1940’s. When Brooklynite released the preview video for the show (here), it seemed hilarious and appropriate for the “old school” themed show. Little did we know that Rae and Hope of Brooklynite were going to literally transform the ENTIRE gallery into a replica New York “Speakeasy” complete with crystal chandeliers, floor to ceiling wall paper, and even transforming their outdoor […]

Video/Preview: Barry McGee @ Biennale de Lyon

Posted by sleepboy, September 14, 2009

This year’s Biennale de Lyon will be opening soon with the theme of “The Spectacle of Everyday.” Curated by SF based Hou Hanru, it’s not surprising that this year Barry McGee will be participating in the annual art event in Lyon, the second largest metropolitan area (behind Paris) in the heart of France (Sept 16th – Jan 3rd). Take a look at glimpses of McGee hard at work creating one of the fantastic installations he is famous for in the video above. Discuss Barry McGee […]