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Saturday, November 15th, 2008
Templeton + Leines at Roberts & Tilton
Under the ambient glow of the orange moon and the smoke in the air from the SoCal fires, Roberts & Tilton opened the two man show by Ed Templeton and Matt Leines to an eager, thriving crowd. Shoulder to shoulder in the new space, wide support for the artists was clear. There is a broad offering of art that ranges from photography to mixed media to sculpture and, of course, Leines’ usual works on paper. Both artists delivered exceptional works that were appreciated by a noticeably diverse group. Stand-out pieces by Templeton included large sculputures and Leines continued to explore his voice with cut-out forms. Books by both artists are available through the gallery website.
Friday, November 14th, 2008
CLOWNS! Preview at Corey Helford Gallery
Clowns to the left of me, jokers to the right, here I am, stuck in the middle with glue? No, really, there’s no Elmer’s involved, but this group show is indeed one of the most cohesive Fall group shows in LA’s fragmented gallery landscape. CLOWNS!, previewed on Nov. 14 by invitation, opens to the public on Saturday, Nov. 15 at Culver City’s art gem, Corey Helford Gallery. The exhibition effort also involves London’s StolenSpace Gallery - with notable international artists such as D*Face submitting a seminal and brilliantly timely piece parodying the venerable (and recently fragile) US institution AmEx. Shag, Dave Kinsey, Gary Taxali and Paul Frank also contribute to the depth of the show.
CLOWNS! amounts to a curatorial statement, with focused, inspired artwork - the Corey Helford Gallery displaying why it is among the leaders in the ever evolving LA art scene.
Monday, November 3rd, 2008
LA::Kelsey Brooks at New Image Art
Kelsey Brook’s first U.S. solo show opened this past Saturday at New Image Art, Los Angeles. Here, we present photos from opening night*, alongside some of the paintings available for purchase.
Brook’s new body of work represent personal meditations on spirituality and humanity. In the artist’s own words, “Creation exists beyond the scope of physical parameters and universal constants, unseen by tangibility and rationality. A place where rules are fluid and dynamic, forever changing in accordance to the unknown. These paintings are a product of this place, this limbo between 2 worlds. When I close my eyes and travel to this place these paintings are what I see.” (excerpted from press release)
If you’re a fan, now’s the time. With Brooks being officially represented by Lazarides, expect prices to rise faster than you can say “Faile.”
Kelsey Brooks - I Love Your Bones
Nov. 1 - Dec. 3
New Image Art
790 Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA, 90046
info@newimageartgallery.com
Friday, October 31st, 2008
Geoff McFetridge - UNDFTD Billboard Project
Beautiful Loser, Geoff McFetridge has teamed up with Undefeated for the latest installment of the UNDFTD Billboard Project, in which a rotating cast of artists are invited to design the billboard perched above the store’s Los Angeles location. Previous contributors include Kaws, Os Gemeos, Barry McGee, Jose Parla, Kehinde Wiley, and Thomas Campbell. The installation can be seen at 112.5 S. La Brea, Los Angeles, 90036.
Source: Hypebeast / Image: UNDFTD
Friday, October 24th, 2008
Tomorrow::Dear & Yonder Benefit at New Image L.A.
Barry McGee
We previously told you about this fund raising benefit, and if you will be the L.A. area tomorrow, stop by New Image Art to support their efforts to raise money for the completion of Dear and Yonder, a documentary film about female surfers. Read on for some more of the pieces that will be up for auction and don’t miss a great opportunity to get behind a good cause and score a bargain on some nice art.
Dear & Yonder:
An Art Show to Benefit the Making of a Lady Surf Film
Oct. 25, 6-10 pm
New Image Art
7908 Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90046
Tuesday, October 14th, 2008
We Like Jeff McMillan
Jeff McMillan just sent over some photos from his current Los Angeles show, A Maintenance of Inhabitants (For Now), at SURU. Lots of great and affordable pieces are still available. We’re really digging the shrine-like paintings, which seem like an homage to one of Jeff’s favorite artists, Eric White. Short on cash? - Jeff has also produced two $75 giclee prints, in an edition of 50 each, as well as two t-shirt designs. Read the rest of this entry »
Sunday, October 12th, 2008
Phantasmagoria by Mark Dean Veca
Mark Dean Veca’s Phantasmagoria was unleashed on 11 October, 2008 at Otis’ Ben Maltz Gallery. The scale was enormous, yet more detailed than any previous installation by the artist. There are references to both Eastern and Western culture with a toile de jouy pattern motif mashed with Japanese waves. In addition, the artist’s Boogeyman character made it’s first appearance on the walls. As an exceedingly ambitious effort, successfully rendered into reality, this event signals very big things for the artist. Several of the original art pieces, available through the artist’s studio, have already been sold to notable collectors. TAC congratulates Mark Dean Veca on displaying a new level of virtuosity. Read the rest of this entry »
Friday, October 10th, 2008
Masakatsu Sashie Models
Japanese artist, Masakatsu Sashie has produced a small edition of three dimensional model kits, based on his oil paintings. They are available at his current show at GR2 in Los Angeles, which runs through Oct. 15. Not bad for $100 - but can you paint yours this nicely?
Wednesday, October 8th, 2008
Ed likes to take pictures of Deanna’s pictures
Ed Templeton has posted some nice pics on his blog of wife and photographer Deanna Templeton’s Oct. 3 opening at New Image Art in LA. Read through for a few or start scrolling here to seem them all. Deanna’s show, The Swimming Pool, runs till Oct. 24 Read the rest of this entry »
Wednesday, October 8th, 2008
New Image Art Benefit for Dear & Yonder
New Image Art will be hosting a one-night benefit auction on Oct. 25 to raise money for the completion of Dear & Yonder, a documentary film about female surfers. Some amazing artists have donated work in support of the fund raising effort, including Barry McGee, Clare Rojas, Jo Jackson, Thomas Campbell, Ed and Deanna Templeton, Josh Lazcano, Rich Jacobs, and more.
Dear & Yonder:
An Art Show to Benefit the Making of a Lady Surf Film
Oct. 25, 6-10 pm
New Image Art
7908 Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90046