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more info here:
http://eleanorhardwick.com/
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Posted By: ludo
september 04, 2008 03:48pm
DIVERGE at Carmichael Gallery
DIVERGE
The Art of Oddzoo
Opening Reception: September 6th, 2008, 8PM – Midnight
Exhibition Dates: September 6th – September 28th, 2008
1257 N. La Brea Ave.
West Hollywood, CA 90038
Carmichael Gallery of Contemporary Art is proud to present DIVERGE, the solo debut of Oddzoo. The Hawaii-born and Los Angeles-based artist will showcase around 15 works of acrylic, oil, pencil and ink that reflect upon the adjustments we make, opportunities we gain, and things we learn when life unexpectedly shifts itself from its anticipated path. An opening reception with the artist in attendance will be held on Saturday, September 6th, 2008, from 8pm – Midnight. The exhibition will be open for viewing through Sunday, September 28th, 2008.
Whilst there has always been an intrinsically timeless quality to the work of Oddzoo, there is a marked maturity in his newest pieces. Combining creative and life experience, the young artist continues to forge a unique identity in subject matter and style. This is particularly revealed in his broad range of expression, concentration to detail, and exciting use of color. Concerning his talent for the latter, Oddzoo comments that he purposefully maintains a balance between careful preparation and emotional spontaneity - "there are times when I'll use certain colors because it pertains to some metaphorical significance...to intentionally provoke a certain mood. Then again there's times when I just really enjoy using a particular color and run with it." Inspiration arises from many aspects of his life and imagination, but it is music that is his "driving force...It will alter a mood, the way I handle my paint, thought process, everything."
Posted By: artasty
september 04, 2008 01:46pm
BLVD Gallery presents "Disconnected"
New paintings and Prints by Marco Zamora and Derek Albeck
September 12 – October 4, 2008
Artist Reception Sept 12, 2008 6p - 10p
BLVD Gallery
2316 2nd Ave.
Seattle, Wa 98121
t. 206.448.8767
w. blvdart.com
BLVD Gallery is proud to present “Disconnected” a showing of new works by frequent collaborators Marco Zamora and Derek Albeck. Both of these artists work maintain a dark, somewhat brooding atmosphere that speaks toward the vulnerability of the modern condition.
The characters in Marco Zamora’s densely populated street scenes, created with layered ink washes, glide through the frame intent on their destinations without giving the viewer any sense of inclusion. Derek Albecks richly patterned works create a vertiginous feeling of falling and of physical absence that overwhelms ones senses. Both artists have collaborated on major projects with the shoe manufacturer Vans as well as various exhibitions throughout the west coast.
Marco Zamora was born and currently lives and works in Pomona, California. In 2004 he graduated from California Institute of the Arts, with a Bachelor of Fine Art. Using the paintbrush and pen to draw, Marco develops imagery about the urban landscape and the people that inhabit it. Producing a richly complex and experimental image, Marco goes into a neighborhood and shoots a spot, recontectualizing and collaging figures to create each paintings identity. City life, his culture, color/scale experimentation, and the working class have influenced his artwork. Splitting his time between painting and apparel design, Marco's recent work can be seen in a variety of Van's ads and collaboration projects as well as galleries up and down the west coast.
Derek Albeck was born in the San Fernando Valley of Southern California, and currently lives and works in Los Angeles. In 2005 he graduated with honors from California State University Northridge with a Bachelors in Art, focusing on printmaking and painting. Developing complex figurative works using the graphic sensibilities absorbed from his studies in the various forms of printmaking, Derek's paintings, drawings and serigraphs serve as an intense investigation and critique on the human condition. Derek's work has been exhibited in galleries along the west coast as well as Canada and the U.K., and was recently included in the Vans Sky Gallery billboard project.
more info:
Marco Zamora - http://www.rtystapparel.com/
Derek Albeck – http://www.derekalbeck.com
Posted By: artasty
september 04, 2008 01:42pm
THE STENCIL HISTORY X TOUR
INK-D GALLERY
96 North Rd
BRIGHTON
BN1 1YE
4th - 28th September
http://www.ink-d.co.uk
Original works from C215, fellow French stenciller Sadhu and three quite amazing US artists - Adam5100, Broken Crow and Koleszar - are taking over Ink_d to showcase the re-written rules on stencil art.
A short selection of other artists from the book is presented as well.
The Stencil History X book that gathers 40 French and International stencil artists with interviews and portfolios is available for sell in the gallery.
Private view at the gallery on the 4th of September
Posted By: artasty
september 04, 2008 01:39pm
'Cloud Talk' by Mr Jago
Thursday 11th September, 6.30pm - 9.30pm
StolenSpace are pleased to present the first London solo show by artist Mr Jago. This will showcase new work on canvas, silk, wood & installations.
This show will also see the release of a limited edition 5 colour screen print. (image above) This will be hand pulled, edition of 75 priced at £75.
Posted By: artasty
september 04, 2008 01:37pm
power and currency
Posted By: ludo
september 03, 2008 08:39pm
Ocontemporary New Space
Ocontemporary is delighted to announce
a new permanent space in london at
193 wardour street, london, w1
and proud to launch the london gallery with the long-awaited first uk solo by
titifreak
5 september to 4 october
private view party: thursday 4 september, 6pm to 9pm
www.ocontemporary.com
Posted By: artasty
september 01, 2008 01:03pm
Visual Imprints September events
More at visualimprints.co.uk
Off the Wall private view
Thursday 4th September, 6:30pm
"Off the wall" show private view starting at 6:30pm on Thursday the 4th September 2008 we will be showing a group of up and coming talent from Brighton and beyond. Jeepers, Jake Wood-evans, Ill Joseph and Lotz will be filling the gallery with colour and atmosphere, music and alcohol provided!
Live painting and Late opening
Friday and Saturday 5th and 6th September, 8pm to 1am
Artists will be producing work live and the gallery is open until 1am for random entry of drunks, lunatics and art buyers alike!
Art Workshop
Wednesday 10th September and Thursday 11th September, 6pm-9pm
Art workshop for stencil and lino printmaking. Come and learn with Lotz and friends. Includes tuition in small groups and printing materials. Advanced booking essential. £15 for 2 days.
Life drawing with a twist
Wednesday the 17th September, 7pm-9pm (and every following Wednesday).
Our new weekly life drawing events are something else. Live theatrical movement and costume, art modelling and acting rolled into one. Come and challenge yourself in a creative environment whether you are a beginner or an experienced draughtsman you will get something from this class. Limited spaces, book early! £10 per session
Who is Bozo Texino? Film Screening
Thursday the 18th September, 7pm, £4, all profits go to Mind the mental health charity.
Who is Bozo Texino? chronicles the search for the source of a ubiquitous and mythic rail graffiti-- a simple sketch of a character with an infinity-shaped hat and the scrawled moniker, "Bozo Texino"-- a drawing seen on railcars for over 80 years. Daniel's gritty black and white film uncovers a secret society and it's underground universe of hobo and railworker graffiti, and includes interviews with legendary boxcar artists, Coaltrain, Herby, Colossus of Roads, and The Rambler. Shooting over a 16-year period, Daniel rode freights across the West carrying a Super-8 sound camera and a 16mm Bolex. During his quest he discovered the roots of a folkloric tradition that has gone mostly unnoticed for a century. Taking inspiration from Beat artists Robert Frank and Jack Kerouac, the film functions as both a sub-cultural documentary and a stylized fable on wanderlust and outsider identity.
"I was drawn to the subject by the universal graffiti impulse and the classic, corny notion of freight train blues escape." - Bill Daniel, Director
Draw on the Wall Event & Shock10.com Launch Party
Saturday the 27th September at 8pm, Free Entry, £5 to draw
Come down and add your own mark to our gallery wall, small or big works, talented or untalented, we don't care, there is room for everyone! Drawing materials provided. Everything produced goes up for sale and we split the money 50/50 with the artists. This month we are running the event in conjunction with shock10.com's official launch. Spraypaint and other materials will be available to buy on the night! Bring your own alcohol for a cheap and fun night out with a difference!
Posted By: artasty
september 01, 2008 10:03am
