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Openings: Invader & WK Interact @ Jonathan Levine

Posted by juggernut3, June 30, 2009

On Saturday, Invader and WK Interact drew a big crowd trying to catch a glimpse of the two hard-working artists from Europe’s Street Art scene. It was a treat to see both artists create large sized works to fill the walls ofÂ Jonathan Levine’s multi-room gallery. The works from WK conveyed much raw energy and emotion as hinted in our preview. The door installations were astonishing as each one was adorned with endless details that had to be seen to be enjoyed.Â Invader was equally entertaining, […]

Auctions: Day & Evening Sales @ Christie’s (London)

Posted by Seth Carmichael, June 30, 2009

AM took a look at Christie’s Summer Post-War and Contemporary Art auctions, taking place tonight, June 30, and tomorrow, July 1, and found a few pieces we would love to put in our collection. Thank goodness more and more auction houses are using the term “Post-War” for what is no longer “Contemporary” art. Let’s hope the galleries and art fairs start to do the same. Our favorite lots from ths auction include Liu Ye’s “Red I” (Lot #2) seen above, estimated at $246,000 – $328,000. […]

Preview: EINE – “The A – Z of Change” @ Carmichael Gallery

Posted by stephen, June 29, 2009

We weren’t sure what to expect when we first got wind ofÂ EINE’s Los AngelesÂ solo debut,Â â€œThe A – Z of Change,â€ (teased) opening July 9th at Carmichael Gallery, but we areÂ seriously impressed with what he’s delivered.Â For this latest body of work on canvas, EINE used aÂ combination of silkscreen and hand-spray techniquesÂ to create vibrantÂ piecesÂ containingÂ powerful imagery of individuals standing up against the status quo, a message all too appropriate in today’s times given theÂ unstable politicalÂ climate in various countriesÂ around the globe. We can’t wait to see the entire […]

Interviews: Henry Chalfant & Martha Cooper – “Subway Art: 25th Anniversary”

Posted by Lawrence, June 29, 2009

AM had the pleasure of interviewing Henry Chalfant and Martha Cooper as they celebrated the launch of their amazing book “Subway Art: 25th Anniversary” at Black Rat PressÂ (covered). Â Despite an initial print run of just a few thousand back in 1984, “Subway Art” has become a true phenomenon with countless reprints that have inspired thousands of artists and fans around the world. Check out the interview and get a chance to win a signed copy of “Subway Art: 25th Anniversary” after the jump.

FAME Festival: Conor Harrington x Ceramics

Posted by sleepboy, June 28, 2009

Remember when we showed you the Conor Harrington (interviewed) piece for the upcoming FAME Festival last week?Â Well, what we didn’t tell you was that Grottaglie, the town where the festival will be held, is famous for its ceramic tradition dating back hundreds of years.Â As part of this years festivities, artists are invited to experiment with local artisans on various projects, which has so far yielded some pretty fantastic ceramic plates by Conor.Â This is not the first time urban/street art and ceramics has […]

Streets: Mantis (not Banksy)

Posted by Seth Carmichael, June 27, 2009

A couple days ago, we got news of a new Banksy mural up in “Old Street” London. Our first thought: makes sense, “Old Street” is one of his trademark spots to tag. But, something didn’t seem right. For example, it wasn’t signed by the Bristol bomber. Turns out it was the work of another UK artist – Mantis. Mantis’ clever use of the banana peels (ala Banksy’s “Pulp Fiction” previously at the same spot) had many fooled. Check out pics of this historic spot and […]

Releases: “Subway Art: 25th Anniversary” @ Black Rat Press

Posted by juggernut3, June 26, 2009

Last night, Black Rat Press held a very special signing with Martha Cooper, Henry Chalfant and Blade for the silver anniversary of “Subway Art.” Considered by many asÂ the “bible” of the graffiti movement, this historic book documents and in many ways glamorizes the graffiti movement in the 80’s NYC street art scene. Os Gemeos are one of the many artists who attributed their startÂ by the seeing works in this book. BRP had a limited edition run of 100 books that contained 2 signed photographs by […]

Releases: David Choe – “Jimi Hendrix” Print

Posted by sleepboy, June 26, 2009

What’s with all the great limited edition releases recently? Here is David Choe holding up an epic print (his largest ever) of his Jimi Hendrix painting. Limited to 27 (also Hendrix’s age at death) and sized at 44″ x 51 5/8″, the print was priced at $600. Unfortunately, it already sold out before Choe even got the post up on his blog.

Teaser/Releases: Word To Mother – “Young Man, Old Soul” @ Fifty24 SF

Posted by sven, June 26, 2009

UK artist Word to Mother lands in San Francisco next week forÂ his debut USÂ solo show “Young Mind, Old Soul” at Fifty24SF Gallery, where he will be droppingÂ this exclusive print release (above). The screenprint is entitled “Slow Your Roll” will be available exclusively at the gallery opening on July 2nd as an edition of 25. This print is also being released in a grey colourway (edition of 50) at the StolenSpace “Summer Group Show” in London, opening on the same night. Any copies not sold at […]

Preview: Gaia @ Ad Hoc Art

Posted by stephen, June 25, 2009

Fresh off the “Street/Studio” experience at Irvine Contemporary, Gaia is bringing a taste of the streets to Ad Hoc ArtÂ with the introduction of his outdoor installations inside the gallery for the opening of his two-person solo show with Imminent Disaster, opening tomorrow, June 26th at 7pm. For this latest body of work, Gaia continues his exploration of the complex relationship between between man and nature through a series of works on canvas featuring detailed depictions of his half-human, half-animal creatures. A sneak peek at some […]