5/23/2009

THE SECRET NEST by JEREMIAH KETNER


THE SECRET NEST by Jeremiah Ketner
Now available @ smallandround.com

Info posted on smallandround.com:

"The Secret Nest" Limited edition, Giclee print printed on archival cotton rag paper. Paper weight 188 gm / 50 lbs
  • Edition Size: 50
  • Print Size: 13" x 19"
  • 1" Border on all sides
  • Signed and Numbered
"THE SECRET NEST" IS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE ONLINE NOW!!!

source: smallandround.com

www.smallandround.com

5/22/2009

KAWS X SORAYAMA



Original-Fake and world renowned artist Kaws have collaborated with iconic Japanese artist Sorayama to bring you a newly designed limited edition figure which is said to be a hybrid of the Companion by Kaws and the Future Mickey Mouse by Sorayama. This amazing new work of art(which is currently nameless...) will measure up to around 12" in height and will consist of all metal with articulated joints and poseable body parts. There will be two colorways made available, silver chrome and black chrome. As always, this figure will be released in extremely limited quantities and will only be available at select retailers. To coincide with this release, Kaws and Sorayama will also be releasing a limited edition shirt in both black/white and white/black colorways. Pricing on the new figure and shirt is yet to be determined, but expect to pay around $1,400(USD) and $100(USD) respectively. No release date has been set for either item. Thanks to the Crazy Toyz : 0709 Blog for the head's up!!! More info coming soon...



source: crazytoyz0709.blogspot.com

www.kawsone.com
www.sorayama.com

LIVE PAINTING & ART EXHIBIT by RETNA AND THE MAC


LIVE PAINTING & ART EXHIBIT by Retna and The Mac
Event Date: Sunday, June 7th 12-6 p.m.(PST)

Mid-City Arts is proud to present a live painting event and exhibit opening featuring two of Los Angeles’ most respected graffiti artists: Retna and The Mac. The opening event takes place Sunday, June 7th 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.(PST) at 33Third. The art exhibit will be on display in the adjoining Mid-City Arts gallery, which recently hosted the first ever gallery exhibit from Chaka, LA’s most infamous graffiti writer.

ARTIST INFO:

Retna: Since first creating a name for himself in the early 1990s, Retna has become an "eternal broadcaster" of sorts, shining a light to the kinetic urban soul of Los Angeles. His work merges photography with graffiti style and paint, time with color, couture with street culture, the spiritual with the sensual, and fluidity with grit. Retna traverses between the galleries and streets with ease. In addition to being aligned with the Art Work Rebels and Mad Society Kings Art Groups, he is a member of the internationally exclusive art collective, The Seventh Letter, whose influence on contemporary street art encompasses the globe.

The Mac: The Mac began painting graffiti in the mid 90s and since then he has been commissioned to produce murals around the world, exhibited in museums, and his work has graced the cover of numerous publications. Mac has gained increasing notoriety for his almost photorealistic depictions of both ordinary people and ethereal women, in a style that is uniquely his own. Mac's intricate brushwork styles have also gained attention, while some of his murals have become mini-landmarks. Elements, themes and techniques of classic art are often incorporated into a modern context in Mac's artwork, usually with an emphasis on the human face and figure.

www.digitalretna.com
www.elmac.net
www.33third.com

5/21/2009

DUNNY ENDANGERED SERIES - VIDEO

Dunny Endangered Series from Kidrobot on Vimeo.

Info posted by kidrobot:

Animal instincts are sharper than ever in the limited edition hyper series, Dunny Endangered! Featuring 15 designs (and 2 chases) by 13 incredible artists, this ultra-fierce series will disappear soon...

Contributing artists include Amanda Visell, Aya Kakeda, Elizabeth Berdann, Chuckboy, Frank Kozik, Jeremyville, Joe Ledbetter, Kronk, Michelle Valigura, Mr. Shane Jessup, Sket One, Tad Carpenter, Triclops Studio and Touma.

source: kidrobot.com

www.kidrobot.com

5/20/2009

KOIBITO EXCLUSIVE RELEASE PARTY @ LeBASSE PROJECTS


KOIBITO EXCLUSIVE RELEASE PARTY @ LeBasse Projects
Event Date: Wednesday, May 27, 09 7-10 p.m.(PST)

On Wednesday, May 27th, LeBasse Projects will be having a release party for their Koibito exclusive in the white and chrome colorway. This edition is limited to a run of 150 pieces and each one is hand signed and numbered by Yoskay Yamamoto. LeBasse Projects will also have some other surprises for those that attend this event such as: a new print, limited edition exhibition catalogs, postcard sets and some giveaways including some drawings and gocco prints hidden in some postcard sets and koibito boxes... This event looks extremely promising so you definitely do not want to miss it. No info on Koibito pricing yet.

LeBasse Projects
6023 Washington Blvd.

Culver City, CA 90232

www.lebasseprojects.com

5/19/2009

SCION PRESENTS: 1000 DAYS

Scion Presents: '1000 DAYS' Preview from Scion ART on Vimeo.

Info posted at dailyserving.com:

Opening Saturday, May 23rd will be the exhibition 1000 DAYS, presented by DailyServing.com and Scion. The exhibition will take place at the Scion Installation L.A. Gallery in Culver City, California. 1000 DAYS celebrates a milestone for DailyServing.com as the online contemporary art publication approaches 1000 daily features. Since the fall of 2006, DailyServing.com has highlighted a cross section of contemporary visual art from around the world. Honoring this commitment, 1000 DAYS delivers an exciting mix of emerging talent, focusing for this exhibition on artists in the United States.

1000 DAYS also marks the first curated exhibition for DailyServing.com, bringing together eight emerging artists. The exhibition will feature recent works by Caleb Weintraub, Chris Scarborough, Christina Seely, Julie Henson, Michael Rea, Mark Mulroney, Matt Phillips and Tivon Rice. These artists, all of whom have been previously featured on the site, work in a variety of media including painting, drawing, sculpture, photography and new media. The diversity of the artwork in 1000 DAYS celebrates the myriad of influences utilized by visual artists today. Collectively, these artists address many of the major issues found in contemporary art, combining a range of conceptual and aesthetic elements while highlighting topics such as pop culture, technology, and current social issues, often through the lens of art history.

Opening Reception: The opening reception takes place May 23rd, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. at the Scion Installation L.A. Space, 3521 Helms Ave. (at National), Culver City, CA 90232. The show will run until June 13th.



PREVIEW OF 1000 DAYS!!!

source: dailyserving.com

www.dailyserving.com

5/18/2009

WALRUS RIDER by ALEX PARDEE - OFFICAL RELEASE AND SIGNING INFO


WALRUS RIDER by Alex Pardee
Coming soon to upperplayground.com

Info posted by Upper Playground:

Upper Playground presents:
Walrus Rider by Alex Pardee

Official release date and signing:
Saturday, May 30, 2009

The limited black and green UP colorway of the Walrus Rider will be available exclusively at Upper Playground retail stores and online at the Upper Playground web store. Both Walrus Riders are available for pre-sale now on the Upper Playground Web Store. Limited quantities of the Walrus Rider will be available at the signing, however ordering via pre-sale is suggested.


BLACK WALRUS RIDER - UP EXCLUSIVE by Alex Pardee

Product Info: The walrus rider is approximately 11" tall and has bendy arms and a removable tusk (which fits into the rider's hand). This black version is exclusive to UP and will only be available at UP stores and UP online only.

Pre-Order: Black Walrus Rider

Pre-Order: Teal Walrus Rider

Upper Playground Store
220 Fillmore Street
San Francisco CA 94117
(415)861-1960

source: upperplayground.com

www.upperplayground.com

NEW PICS OF ARKIV INSTANT


ARKIV INSTANT by Arkiv
Coming soon to arkivinstant.com

Artist Arkiv of Arkiv Inc. recently revealed photos of a fully painted Arkiv Instant prototype and all I can say is "WOW"!!! I've been following this character design from the start and in my honest opinion, I believe that Arkiv Instant will be one of the top 5 designer toys to be released this year(a definite must have...). Adfunture is in charge of the production of Arkiv Instant and they're being extremely tight lipped about this whole project. For now, all that's available are high-res photos of what's to come... If you haven't already, then I suggest that you subscribe to the Arkiv Instant mailing list, so you don't miss an opportunity to purchase this amazing figure upon release. Arkiv Instant army anyone???



www.arkivinstant.com
www.adfunture.com