Blek Le Rat Box Set
Wed >> Jan 7, 2009
This coming weekend, the wonderfully talented Italian artist Ericailcane is set to open "Man Is The Bastard" his first solo show of new work in Los Angeles at the Carmichael Gallery in New York.
The exhibition which runs until the end of the month is a collection of etchings and graphic art of domestic animals, set in an alternative universe where they have taken revenge against mankind.
Click here for more info.
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"I take photos of the homeless around the tenderloin neighborhood and then do graphite drawings of them, these are then wheat pasted onto walls all over the place from Bogota to Tel Aviv and Palestine to London this one is in San Francisco, i took this guys photo a couple of months before this piece and put it in the alley i often see him in. I did this piece during the day and coinceadently he saw me putting up the piece "ah man thats cool as shit". about 15 minutes later im finishing the piece and 5 cops came upon me I spent the next 45 minutes explaining as to why not to arrest me.Piece stayed up in spite of the police , they went and asked the manager of the building if he wanted to press charges, " nah man i like that just clean up my sidewalk" so i did. The subjects name is " Bones " he plays the harmonica."
Tue >> Jan 6, 2009
Age: 31
Hometown: London
Where do you now live?: Southend, UK
Where would you most like to live?: In a home of my own
Who was your first "hero" in life?: My Mum
What is your favorite thing to do on your day off from work?: I dont have days off, My brain doesn't let me but if I were to try, its spending time with my children, reading and dancing round the front room to whatever music we can find that very moment whilst giggling hysterically.
Wooster: What is your favorite color?:
Depends on my mood, the weather and the day of the week.
Wooster: Who (or what) do you love?:
My family, I have two little boys whom I am immensely proud of. I adore creating and being around people who create.
Wooster: Who and/or what are some of your influences?
When I was 7, My Dad used to be a window dresser in London, he would chop up bits of perspex and arrange objects in our front room ready to take to display the next day, he is amazingly creative and has always encouraged me along with my Mum to be active and question everything...I have a fascination with mannequins which I am sure will come out in my work sooner or later!
Wooster: What other artists do you most admire?
Glenn Brown
Anyone that makes work. Its so easy to have ideas or thoughts and let them swirl around in your head without expressing them.... In particular I am most interested in work by Cut up Collective, Cayetano Ferrer, Hans Haacke, Adam Neate, Antony Micallef, Jenny Holzer, Glenn Brown, Damien Hirst, Downey and Darius, Kelsey Brookes, Rachel Howard, Robert Rauschenberg, Jasper Johns, Antony Micallef, Banksy and after a visit to the Tate Modern at the weekend Cildo Meireless...the list goes on and on and I can easily get ever so carried away with myself!!
Wooster: What other talent would most like to have?
I would love to be able to understand Math, I just cant get my head round it at all.
I also harbour a secret desire to be able to skateboard-nothing too tricky just actually move in a straight line without feeling like I am going to fall on my bottom and perhaps jump up and down a kerb (if I am feeling a bit flash)...but I think I can list that alongside the wish to be able to do a full cartwheel!
Wooster: What do you fear the most?
Room 101
Wooster: What is your greatest ambition?
Peace
You can see more of Laura's work here.
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Mon >> Jan 5, 2009
The piece above was created by Pablo Sánchez Herrero and David de la Mano.
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Mon >> Jan 5, 2009
Age: 24
Hometown: In between 2 pubs in the countryside.
Where do you now live?: Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK.
Where would you most like to live?: In a place close to all my good friends, where art is in abundance and creativity flows all around.
Who was your first "hero" in life?: I would hate for this to sound cliché however my first hero would obliviously be realised when I was a kid and therefore I would have to say my dad. When we grow up our opinions change however I still hold massive respect for the man.
What is your favorite thing to do on your day off from work?: To experience live music, especially some dirty bass. Seeking out new art. Plan mischief or new ideas (however this is more of a continuous activity). Chill and chat with friends. Practice bad mixing.
What is your favorite color?: Blue. No doubt.
Who (or what) do you love?: Open mindedness. Altruism. Logical thinking. Not accepting what we are brought up to believe or what is indoctrinated in us. Thinking for yourself and researching the full spread of the facts to discover the whole truth. Pushing the boundaries.
Wooster: Who and/or what are some of your influences?
Anyone who pushes it. Anyone with dedication, no matter what they are doing so long as they are not harming anyone with it.
Wooster: What other artists do you most admire?
Aphex twin for his overall genius, Blu and Sam3 for always impressing me (and their amazing animations), Banksy for stepping up the level, Steppenwolf (the novel) for its insight into the human character, Aldous Huxley for his mastering of the English language (and creating the Doors of Perception), Conor Harrington for his style, Lucy Mclaughlin for her beautiful simplicity. JR for his wonderful photography, my good friend Karborn for sharing my youth til present day with....... the list could go on and on (and i’m scared ive missed out some important ones... infact no doubt i will have).
Wooster: How would you describe your art to someone who could not see it?
I believe there is no constant in my artwork. If an idea strikes me and it is within my capabilities ill go for it. Some of my work takes on the surreal. Some of my work revolves around modifying the surrounding environment to give it an edge.
Wooster: What other talent would most like to have?
To be a master of music production
Wooster: What do you fear the most?
Insanity. Wasting my life. Fucking up these questions.
Wooster: What is your greatest ambition?
For people to respect my work. To make work I am proud of and finally make a name for myself. To not get arrested again.
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You can see more of Level's work here.
Sun >> Jan 4, 2009
Photos nicked from here.
Sat >> Jan 3, 2009
More from stinkfish here.
(Thanks, Joe)
Fri >> Jan 2, 2009
You can see more of the series here.
(Hat tip to Booooooom)
Age: 45
Hometown: Paris
Where do you now live?: Paris, France
Where would you most like to live?: Where my heart leads me… maybe one day Brooklyn !
Who was your first "hero" in life?: A mix between Brian Jones, Bruce Lee, Marcello Mastrioani and Coluche
What is your favorite thing to do on your day off from work?: Stay with my 3 children
What is your favorite color?: Full color time
Who (or what) do you love?: People, Men, Women and Figures… (introduction to my booklet !!!)
Wooster: Who and/or what are some of your influences?
Jacques VillegléMy first influence is all the paper with all that memories… but 25 years ago when I start to paint, I was influenced by the "Steamin Muslims", a french painting group from the eighties. After that I discover a lot of pasted up and collage from different time and different artist too. Fifteen years ago I discover the work of Jacques Villeglé… and my head was "Shake it out" !!! We have to dream in that life, so life is my influence everyday… I try it. Specifically about artist in disorder… I like Matisse, Chaissac, Giacometti, Man Ray, Warhol, Basquiat and more (so classical !)
Wooster: What other artists do you most admire?
M-City, Orticanoodles, FarkFK, Gaia, Swoon, Faile, Bast, Dain, Judith Supine, Matt Siren,
> Dan Witz, Revs, Pure Evil, Fairey, Blu, Banksy, Elbow Toe, Os Gemeos and Talking Mute but also all my french peers and there are many !
Wooster: How would you describe your art to someone who could not see it?
Think about a person, think about some colors, think about a movement, think about paper…old paper !!!
Wooster: What other talent would most like to have?
Art Scotch, my second life…
Wooster: What do you fear the most?
Losing my hands…I'd lose my head !
Wooster: What is your greatest ambition?
Always have the freedom to make street art throughout all the city and make people happy with my collages
You can see mote of FKDL's work here and here.
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Wed >> Dec 31, 2008
As we enter the final day of 2008, Sara and I want to wish all of you a very happy and healthy New Year.
For Sara and I, the "mission" of the website has never changed. The site has only one purpose:
To share with our friends those things that inspire us.
So as we end the year, we want to thank all of the artists and art lovers who have sent us incredible images over the last twelve months. On behalf of not only us, but also all of the readers of this blog, we can't thank you enough.
Here's to a wonderfully creative 2008 and what will surely be an incredibly inspiring 2009!
Warm Regards,
Marc, Sara (and of course Samantha and Hudson)
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Tue >> Dec 30, 2008
Artist: Mundano
This Is Where We Live from 4th Estate on Vimeo.