FRIDA KAHLO BERLIN EXHIBITION

Colpita nel fisico, ma non nello spirito sempre rimasto indomito, Frida Kahlo in un suo celebre dipinto intitolato ‘Columna Rota’ (colonna rotta), si rappresenta sorretta al suo interno da una colonna dorica spezzata. Chiaro accenno alla sua malattia invalidante, la spina bifida (e non la poliomelite), come si è potuto accertare di recente, grazie all’apertura del suo archivio e alla lettura attenta dei suoi documenti.

I cento anni della sua nascita vengono festeggiati con una grande retrospettiva (150 opere) ora al Gropius Bau di Berlino (dal 30 aprile al 6 agosto), in cui compaiono le sue opere più significative (oltre ai suoi più famosi ritratti fotografici), in cui veste i panni della dea Kali o si rappresenta nei costumi tradizionali messicani.

Spesso i suoi dipinti nascondono indovinelli mistico-esoterici, di non facile lettura simbolica, altri hanno invece un risvolto ironico o irriverente.

Celebre la simbologia da lei adottata per rappresentare segretamente il suo amore per Diego Rivera, ossia quelle del Sole e della Luna (celebrati dalle divinità azteche): un’unione impossibile che rispecchia anche quella turbolenta che lei visse, dividendosi sempre fra più uomini nell’arco della sua intensa vita.

Frida: 5 ore di coda estenuante ed infinita per ammirarti…Frida Kahlo ovvero “the Power and the Passion of Surrealism”.

(Txt Silvia Rapisarda)

www.gropiusbau.de

Last Rites Gallery presents Jason D’Aquino and Lead Poisoning

Guest curator Jason D’Aquino and Last Rites Gallery owner, Paul Booth, are two artists who are perhaps best known for their artwork in black & gray. For ‘Lead Poisoning’ they team up to present a show of gray-scale drawings by some of the most talented artists working today. This diverse group features everyone from comic book illustrators, to graphic artists, to classical oil painters- all showcasing their best monochromatic works in graphite. This exhibition presents detailed drawings by acclaimed draftsmen, as well a rare opportunity to see the foundations of what renowned painters and sculptors work from. Among the talent is Juxtapoz Magazine founder Robert Williams, considered one of the founders of the ‘Lowbrow’ movement; Ron English, who’s infamous pirated billboards can be seen across the world; and Chris Mars, known for his meticulously layered oil paintings. Held in New York’s premiere dark art gallery, Last Rites- this is show will be an opportunity for artists to reach within the darkest realms of their imaginations, and display their most raw and uncensored work to-date. Participating artists include: Wayne Anderson, Esao Andrews, Carrie Ann Baade, Glenn Barr, Rachel Bess, Andrew Brandou, Scott G. Brooks, Jon Butcher, Estra Byrd, Molly Crabapple, Robert Craig, Brian Despain, Daniel Martin Diaz, Xiaoqing Ding, Brandon Dunlap, Ron English, Ewelina Ferruso, Fred Harper, Pedro de Kastro, Viktor Koen, Craig LaRotonda, Jason Limon, Michael Mararian, Chris Mars, David MacDowell, Tara McPherson, the PIZZ, Matthew Pleva, Anthony Pontius, Christopher Ryniak, Jose Manuel Schmill, Greg (Craola) Simkins, David Stoupakis, Gary Taxali, Tom Thewes, Miles Thompson, Tara Warwick, Keith Weesner, Eric White and Chet Zar.

Running concurrently at Last Rites, to Jason D’Aquino‘s ‘Lead Poisoning’ curatorial debut, will be his third solo show in Manhattan. Jason’s work is miniature in scale and created on antique surfaces and found objects. The nature and origin of the surface will often dictate, and interact with the image rendered upon it, and no surfaces are ever artificially aged. The matchbook is his canvas of choice because this easily recognizable object lends an instant scale reference to the drawing, regardless of the media in which it is being viewed . Jason’s matchbooks and original graphite drawings have been exhibited all over the U.S., and recently at his first European solo show in Luxembourg at Galerie Nordine Zidoun. His work has been extensively published by media including The New York Times, Juxtapoz, and Hi Fructose Magazine. He will be featured in the Bound edition of ‘Hi Fructose Collected’ & Matt Jordan’s ‘Weirdo Noir’; and his Circus ABC book (recently published by simply read books) will be available for signing at the Last Rites gallery opening. His tattoo work can be seen everywhere, and he can be found personally at his studio, Leviathan Tattoo, in Buffalo NY. About Last Rites Gallery: Last Rites Gallery is New York’s only gallery of dark art. Having opened in April 2008, the gallery has received accolades from places as diverse as Inked Magazine, Tattoo Society, Juxtapoz, Hi Fructose, NY Post, and the Channel 11 Morning News. Last Rites was founded by legendary painter and tattooist Paul Booth, an artist who has devoted his life to the evolution of his craft. In the tattoo industry, after years of public appearances and numerous international awards, Paul Booth is now a household name. He has been featured on networks such as CNN, MSNBC, DISCOVERY, A&E, TLC, MTV and VH1. Due to the macabre nature of his style, Paul has tattooed many major metal bands. As a result, in 2002, Rolling Stone Magazine dubbed Paul “The new king of rock tattoos.” There is currently a three-year waiting list for his work.

The show opens on Saturday, July 10th, 7-10pm at Last Rites Gallery, 511 W. 33rd Street, between 10th & 11th Avenues (3 blocks from Penn Station), 3rd floor, New York, NY 10001. Show runs July 10th thru July 25th, 2010.

More info at www.lastritesgallery.com.

CONTACT:
Paul Booth
1-212-529-0666
Info@lastritesgallery.com

ANARCHY ARTIST SERIES PRESENTS BRIAN EWING x INIQUITY

Anarchy’s heritage has always included supporting individuals. With individuals on the mind, Anarchy is releasing their first ever limited edition Artist Series of sunglasses. Four distinct artists will use four of the latest styles of Anarchy Eyewear to create wearable limited edition collectables. Each participant in the artist series was chosen because of their influence and involvement in action sports and the cultures surrounding it. 300 of each style will be produced and announced in the coming months.

Brian Ewing x Anarchy Iniquity

The first participant in the Anarchy Artist series, Brian lends his talents to the Iniquity model. If colorful darkness wasn’t such an oxymoron, then it could be used to describe Brian Ewing’s graphic pop surrealism. His art has appeared everywhere from New Yorker articles written by Malcolm Gladwell, to pro-model skate decks, to posters for Dinosaur Jr., Slash, The Warped Tour and Flogging Molly. A collection of his work, ‘Don’t Hold Your Breath’ will be published by Dark Horse later this summer.

Brian Ewing x Iniquity model can be found here:

http://www.anarchyeyewear.com/products/anarchy-iniquity.html

More info on Brian can be found:
http://www.brianewing.com

Mini series of tattooed fixed riders by MatthewJamesTaylor

Matt Taylor is a twenty-nine year old illustrator and designer from Brighton (England) whos biggest influences are comic books, found photos, wildlife, wild music, National Geographic magazine, Paul Pope, Jack Kirby, Tomer Hanuka, and James Jean.

His client list includes big names like: Penguin Books,  Burton Snowboards (with JDK), Q, Mixmag, Wired Magazine (UK),  Sony BMG (with WeLoveMobile), New Balance just to name a few.

This is the graphic series of his tattooed fixed riders.

prints are for sale here: www.society6.com

http://www.matttaylor.co.uk/blog/

Blue Sky Noise Time Lapse + Track List

You’ve seen the cover art for ‘Blue Sky Noise’ but now you can see how it was created. Check out the video to see the masterful Esao Andrews paint our album cover. Below, you will also find the official track listing for the album. Dig.

TRACKLIST
1. Strange Terrain
2. Get Out
3. Glass Arrows
4. I Felt Free
5. Imaginary Enemy
6. Through the Desert Alone
7. Frozen Creek
8. Fever Dreams
9. Spirit of The Stairwell
10. The Longest Mile
11. Compendium
12. Dyed in the Wool

www.circasurvive.com

San Francisco art is often very recognizeable, a bit tattooish a bit mexican, some roses and lots of color and often also very very pretty! This SF girl ” Silvia Ji” mixes all theese classical ingredients and creates the most delicious paintings.  I know Halloween or better “Dia De Los Muertos” is a long time ahead but if you already miss it take a look at her portfolio, you won’t regret it!

Do you like them as much as we do? buy them here

I discovered some AMAZING illustrations from this  super talented canadian named  “Chow Martin“ a while ago and thought I should share them with you. Enjoy!

Take a look at his portfolio here!

/the graphic department

Peter Callesen

some pretty amazing paper art…

Amy Earles aka “Wool and water” makes the most adorable little paperdolls, a passion she’s had since she was a little girl. In 2007 she opend up her online shop and it has become one of the most popular shops on Etsy

Take a look …“all the cool kids hate my party”

Readymechs are free, flatpack toys for you to print and build. They are designed to fit on an 8.5″x11″ page and printed with any printer. You’ll need double-sided tape, thick matte paper, and 10-15 minutes for build time.

You’ll find them here: Readymerch

British Hu2 Designs does these cool “Eco reminder” stickers.  It’s a pretty cool way to remember to switch off all unnecessary electrical devices, which saves both money and the enviorment. This Fixed gear riding little monster is a favourite.

u2 Vinyl Stickers are designed to be applied to any smooth surface including walls, windows & furniture. The vinyl’s are completely removable and leave no residue.