Jeremy Geddes A Perfect Vacuum

This show from Jeremy Geddes at the Jonathan Levine Gallery will be amazing. If I could, I would want to own an original or two from this guy. His works are so incredibly life-like and dream-like , all at the same time.....

J Ryu and Brent Nolasco Ghost In the Machine Show

What a toy custom!! J*Ryu provided the sculpt whilst Brent Nolasco did the custom paintjob for the Ghost In The Machine Show at MyPlasticHeart....

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Hush Twin Show

British artist, HUSH has just opened his solo show in LA at New Image Gallery (May 21st) and it looks to be a good one. He's still running with the Asian flavour in his art, but these pieces seem to be less cute/manga-esque and on much more of a serious tip. 

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POW WOW Hawaii Video

Hypebeast have released a great lil video about the recent POW WOW event that took place in Hawaii. Artists included Ekundayo, Meggs, Will Barras, 123 Klan and many more....

HBTV POW WOW Hawai'i 2011 Part 2

Katsuya Terada Black Marker Works

Japanese artist & illustrator, Katsuya Terada has just opened his solo show at the Compound Gallery. The great thing about this show is that he has only used black marker pens for all the artworks.... He is well known for his comic, The Monkey King (released by Dark Horse) and has worked in many films and videogames...

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DJ Kentaro Concert Ticket Giveaway

Soundcrash Music & ESPVisuals have teamed up again to give away a pair of tickets to see DJ Kentaro (Ninja Tune) play at XOYO, Saturday 21st May!!
This is a very special opportunity to see Japan's, and the world's best DJ in one of East London's most exclusive venues for an intimate night of turntablism.

All you have to do is email us with an answer to the simple question;

"Where is DJ Kentaro from, Hong Kong or Japan?"

Please mail your answer to selphespcrew [at] g mail . com
The deadline is 10am Friday May 20th so have a long hard think about the achingly obvious answer!....

The Boneyard Project Preview

Looking forward to seeing this project involving Retna, Nunca, How&Nosm and Saner develops this summer!


THE BONEYARD PROJECT
"The Boneyard Project will seek to re-envision our evolving relationship with flying through populist and fine art perspectives, allowing prominent figures from the fine art world, installation and conceptual art disciplines as well as revered figures of youth culture, to each remind us of that unique romance we have had with planes in our lifetimes."

The Boneyard is the world's largest cemetary for decommissioned planes....

Art and Music Showcase at Village Underground

Organised by Cypher Projects, this looks like it could be fun for a Sunday...belin, inkfetish, dep, tizer, and snub are all painting live followed by music from live hip-hop genius ASM (a state of mind), with support from only joe, samuel j and colourcode

Herakut In Culver City LA

Nice pics of Herakut painting in Culver City during their show at LeBasse gallery....

See more HERE.

Art Shows in London April 28th Onwards

Alex Fakso's 'Fast Or Die' Book Launch

Alex Fakso became involved with photography since the early 90s when he acquired a camera to capture his own pieces on trains. His new book, 'Fast Or Die', documents life on the subways with imagery taken from across the globe, from the UK to the US, and as far as Russia and Japan.

This time Fakso expands his view beyond graffiti and shows images of ordinary people, common people plunged into the underground chaos: portraits of people running, taking the subway, sleeping on docks, sneaking into tunnels.

Friends from childhood and sharing the same passion for street art and urban culture, Alex Fakso and 55DSL creative director, Andrea Rosso have been brought together again with this new project. To support the project 55DSL have created six tees with pics and graphics taken from the book. Fast or Die will be available together with tees in selected 55DSL stores worldwide.

55DSL are launching the t-shirts and book at an exhibition of Alex's images at 55DSL's Studio55 (10a Newburgh St, London) in London on April 28th.

'The Reign Of Pink'
By Buff Monster
29.04.11 - 29.05.11
This is the premier London solo show from renowned Californian street artist Buff Monster. Featuring paintings on board, installation work and also the release of a limited edition print.

Celebrating 10 years of the king of pink Buff Monster has created a brand new body of work expanding on and revisiting familiar themes that he has become synonymous with. The artist has become famous for his signature candy pink bubbles, drips, ice cream sundaes, breasts and Japanese-inspired cutesy winged characters (also called Buff Monsters) which bring a smile to the face. As well as his highly collectable fine art paintings Buff Monster is known all over the world for his collectible toys and design projects.

Stolenspace Gallery
Truman Brewery
91 Brick Lane
E16QL

The night will see Kids Of Grime aka photographer Verena Stefanie's first solo exhibition and equally important the first ever Grime photography exhibition.

Verena's documentary of grime has evolved into a project that involves all artists-emcees, moments, radio sets, studio sessions, something which goes behind the scenes and gives an insight into it, something to show in the future what was going in the present time. Although she has photographed numerous big names, Skepta, P Money, Newham Generals etc. she endeavours to show no partiality towards anyone, instead she supports talent over hype.

The Krah Show Pics

If you haven't had the chance to check out The Krah's show in W1, then here's some pics for you...

Jim Vision Show

Exhibition presenting new solo works from End of the Line’s founder, Jim Vision. Vision has been working on a series of new pieces specially for this show titled 'Crash', an aerosol exploration of the uncontrollable forces of destruction and creation.

Flaxon Ptootch Gallery
237 Kentish Town Road
London, NW5 2JT
www.flaxonptootch.com
Opening Times:
14.04.11 - 11.05.11
10.30 - 7pm
Closed Tuesdays & Sundays

Kris Kuksi and Travis Louie Show

Sculptor, Kris Kuksi and painter, Travis Louie are doing a joint show at the Roq La Rue Gallery this week. They actually make quite a good pairing in terms of doing a joint show together.

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MADC London Show

Thursday 14th of April will be MADC's solo show ‘MadABC’ at Pure Evil Gallery London. The show is also the launch party for her new book “Street Fonts – graffiti alphabets from around the world”. You can buy the book at the opening and get it signed.

In dedication of her book and  love for letters, she will show several alphabets on canvas, classic MadC pieces on canvas and wall, as well as a selection of sketches. The show runs until 1st of May.
Great Pics from Hooked Blog

D*Face show in LA 2011

British artist, D*Face has a new show that just opened at the Corey Helford Gallery in LA. For “Going Nowhere Fast”, D*Face challenges society’s fascination with celebrity through his satirical exploration of fame, power and material-obsessed culture. Transforming the gallery into a multi-media vault of aPOPcalyptic new works, D*Face immortalizes the deaths of America’s most illustrious icons from Andy Warhol to Michael Jackson with an all-star milieu of new paintings, sculptures and installations.

Wishing you all the best D!

 A great installation next to Charlie Sheen's star

Open to the public, the reception for “Going Nowhere Fast” will take place on Saturday, April 9 from 7:30 to 10pm, and the show will be on view until April 27, 2011.
Photos from WillieT

Contemporary Figurative Modifications

Contemporary Figurative Modifications is a new show that has opened at the Toy Gallery in LA last weekend. It features work by Brent Nolasco, Bob Conge,Jim Koch, Task-One, Leecifer, and nerviswr3k doing remixes of loads of different toys. From 3A robots, to Jeff Soto and many more...

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