"THE TRAP" PAINTING GIVEAWAY by ALEX PARDEE

"THE TRAP" PAINTING GIVEAWAY by Alex Pardee
Enter to WIN @ upperplayground.com

Info posted by Upper Playground:

"Last week, the news of Alex Pardee’s invasion of Shia LeBeouf’s home was all over the web. You may not be lucky enough to have Alex break into your home to paint your walls, but you do have a chance at winning the next best thing – an Alex Pardee painting! In the third contest slated for 2009, Upper Playground is giving away an Alex Pardee painting, “The Trap.” The painting is signed by Alex Pardee, the dimensions are 6 feet by 4 feet and the medium is latex, acrylic and spray paints on wood framed canvas. To enter, all you have to do is register your email at the top right corner of UpperPlayground.com. If you’re already signed up, then you are already entered – it’s that simple! Don’t forget to tell your friends. The contest is open for 2 weeks and a winner will be announced on Thursday, April 16th..." [more info]

PAINTING DETAILS:

• Original artwork by Alex Pardee
• 1 of 1, Signed by the artist
  
• Latex, acrylic and spray paints
• 6' x 4'
• Valued at $4,000 USD
  

SIGN UP FOR UPPER PLAYGROUND'S MAILING LIST AND BE ENTERED FOR THE ALEX PARDEE PAINTING GIVEAWAY NOW!

source: upperplayground.com

www.upperplayground.com

"INOCHI" EXHIBITION by TAKASHI MURAKAMI

"INOCHI" EXHIBITION by Takashi Murakami
Opening Reception: Friday, April 03, 09

Info posted by Kaikai Kiki LLC:

"One of Takashi Murakami’s signature works, Inochi was shown to the public for the first time in LA in 2004, and followed with a tour through Europe. This new exhibition of the work is being held at the Kaikai Kiki gallery in Tokyo. In addition to the sculpture itself, the exhibition will also include Project Inochi, a series of artworks in other mediums, including film, that aim to elaborate on the mythology and surrounding universe of the title character..."
[more info]

Address:
Kaikai Kiki Gallery
Motoazabu Crest Bldg. 2nd Floor
2-3-20 Motoazabu
Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0046


"INOCHI" ACTION FIGURES [more info]

Also, the "Superflat" book of fine arts by Takashi Murkami is now available in The Art Gallery. If you'd like to order a copy click HERE.

source: english.kaikaikiki.co.jp

http://english.kaikaikiki.co.jp

MINI MUNNY MOBILE DECORATING PARTIES

Kidrobot and participating retailers will be hosting an all-day Mini Munny Mobile decorating event on Sunday, April 19, 09. Stop by one of the Kidrobot locations or any of the participating retailers on that day to pick up a FREE Mini Munny Mobile that you can decorate on your own(while supplies last). Decorating materials will be provided by the event hosts. [direct link]

To see the complete list of participating retailers click HERE.

source: kidrobot.com

www.kidrobot.com

"SLAVE TO IT" PRINT by ERIC SCARECROW

"SLAVE TO IT" PRINT by Eric Scarecrow
Now available @ esctoy.com

Info posted by ESC-TOY:

"This is a brand new print from artist Erick Scarecrow. The artwork is titled "Slave to it" from the Sharpie Show that was held at Crewest Gallery 02/07/09-03/01/09. The Giclee print is 8" x 10" and is signed and numbered by the artist. Limited to 30pcs. worldwide..."
[direct link]

PRINT DETAILS:

• Artwork by Eric Scarecrow
• Edition of 30, Signed and numbered
  
• Giclee Iris Print
• 8" x 10"
• $30 USD

source: esctoy.com

www.esctoy.com

FIFTY24SF GALLERY: VIELED BEAUTY by HUSH

FIFTY24SF GALLERY: VIELED BEAUTY by Hush
Opening Reception: Thursday, April 02, 09 7–9 p.m.

Info posted by Upper Playground:

“Veiled Beauty” is a solo exhibition by Hush, a graphic designer and illustrator from the U.K.

Hush is an urban artist who worked in Hong Kong for a number of years as a graphic designer/illustrator before returning to the UK. His popularity is soaring, with sell out shows in London and Los Angeles, along with high profile street pieces, sold out print runs and collaborations. Influenced by various facets of modern culture, he is inspired by graphic-novels, animation, graphic-design, graffiti art, urban art and contemporary painting. He’s known for his portrayal of female Manga characters juxtaposed with his mixed media layering techniques utilizing screen print, spray paint and multi-levels of paper. The confluence of East meets West, destruction meets construction, and classic versus contemporary style, all leave the viewer feeling the same conflicts and energy that his work embodies.

Hush has worked as a graphic designer, illustrator and art director in London, Edinburgh, Newcastle and Hong Kong where he worked for a few of the largest toy companies in the world. His work has been featured in numerous selected exhibitions in London, Los Angeles, Hong Kong, Edinburgh and Newcastle. Now and again you might still see Hush on a wall in your city.

“Veiled Beauty” features new paintings on display at FIFTY24SF Gallery from April 2 - 26, 2009.

source: upperplayground.com

www.upperplayground.com

KING KEN GIVEAWAY by STRANGECO.

KING KEN GIVEAWAY by STRANGEco.
ENTER TO WIN Three RARE figures by James Jarvis

Info posted on STRANGEco.com:

KING KEN GIVEAWAY INCLUDES:

• One 12-inch Vortigern's Machine edition King Ken
• One 3-inch limited Gold edition King Ken mini figure
• One 3-inch Listen To Metal secret chase King Ken mini figure

That's three super-rare King Ken figures all in one cool prize!

By entering the STRANGEco King Ken giveaway, you'll be added to our brand new mailing list, which will subscribe you to our semi-regular news dispatches about the goings-on with the original Purveyors of the Peculiar. [more info]

SIGN UP FOR STRANGECO'S MAILING LIST AND BE ENTERED FOR THE KING KEN GIVEAWAY NOW!

source: strangeco.com

www.strangeco.com

THE GODFATHER by MICHAEL LAU & MINDSTYLE

Michael Lau and MINDstyle come together once again to bring you their latest collaborative effort "The Godfather". No other details have been announced besides the teaser ad posted above which states that this release will be "Authentic and Original Premium Limited Edition Art Toys", but I'll be sure to provide an update once the official word is out. I'm really looking forward to seeing what Michael Lau and MINDstyle have in store for us this time... Stay tuned.

source: MINDstyle.com

www.MINDstyle.com

HUMANS BEWARE - I.W.G. CUSTOM SHOW

HUMANS BEWARE - I.W.G. CUSTOM SHOW
Opening Reception: Friday, April 10, 09 6-10 p.m.

HUMANS BEWARE presented by Drilone and Rocketworld

Opening Reception: Friday, April 10, 2009 from 6pm - 10pm – Show runs till June 6, 2009, Opening Reception with snacks and drinks

"Humans Beware" I.W.G. Custom Show “70+ Artists customizing Insurgents Wilderness Gruppo D.I.Y. Blanks” [artist lineup]

Venue:
Rocketworld - 660 22nd St, San Francisco, CA 94107


HUMAN'S BEWARE Flickr Set

source: blue77gallery.com

www.blue77gallery.com

NEW ITEMS @ THE ART GALLERY

COLORBLOCK x TIM TSUI (Mono) by MINDstyle
Release Date: April 30, 09

ITEM INFO:

• Designed by Colorblock and Tim Tsui
• Produced by MINDstyle
  
• Limited to 300 pieces
  
• 10" tall
• $95 USD

PRE-ORDER this item in The Art Gallery. HERE


McSUPERSIZED KEYCHAIN by Ron English
Release Date: May 19, 09

ITEM INFO:

• Designed by Ron English
• Produced by Toy Tokyo
  
• Blindbox assortment
• $5 USD

PRE-ORDER this item in The Art Galley. HERE

www.thealwaysSEENgallery.com

3A POSTER NUMBER 1 by ASHLEY WOOD

3A POSTER NUMBER 1 by Ashley Wood
Available @ bambalandstore.com

PRINT DETAILS:

• Artwork by Ashley Wood
• thick paper, matt varnish
  
• 16" x 40"
  
• $25(USD) shipped
  

source: bambalandstore.com

www.bambalandstore.com