Arrested Motion has some very cool, extensive coverage of last weekend’s Shepard Fairey opening at Irvine Contemporary in Washington, DC. The pictures show the party, some of the artwork, Shep on the streets, and most importantly a brand new Obama-related image, “Vote”. Very cool stuff indeed, check it out at ArrestedMotion.com.
Don’t really know much about these guys, but I thought this was a cool little art print. “The Skulliphant Racer” is a 13″ x 19″ three color screenprint. At only $25, it’s a pretty nice grab. They also have some other cool prints for sale, so take a minute to check out the StupidDevil Store.
64 Colors, a design group that are becoming a favorite of mine, just released ten brand new art prints. The series has a definite retro feel, and they nailed it in their signature style. They are 8.5″ x 11″ giclees, have editions of 75, and are only $20 each. Visit the 64 Colors Store.
OMG readers, Phone Booth Gallery has done us an extra special favor. They have offered us a first exclusive shot at buying three new Nathan Deyoung art prints. Why is this so special? Well, first of all, they are good. Secondly they have tiny editions, limited to TEN each (with only 7 available to the public). The print info is below, but to access the sale page, here is what you need to do:
Gotta give a big thank you to Phone Booth Gallery for giving my readers this special opportunity. Enjoy!
“The Race For Your Neck”
7.75″ x 24″ Giclee, Edition of 10, $50:
“To Destroy Something Beautiful”
6.75″ x 24″ Giclee, Edition of 10, $50:
“Once You Begin”
9.4″ x 24″ Giclee, Edition of 10, $50:
Artist Jason Jägel has a brand new book out called “73 Funshine”. You may recognize him as being the artist from MF Doom’s “MMM Food” album cover. The book is 200 pages, hardcover, and comes with a 10″ record featuring 3 jazz tracks by Madlib. Yeah, pretty rad. The price is $68 for the book and record, and there is also a special edition that includes a limited print and clamshell box for $300. If you’d like to pick one up, send Electric Works Gallery in San Francscio an email, or give them a call at (415) 626-5496.
Also, check out this awesome write-up Stones Throw did about the book HERE.
EDIT: You can also now preoder the book at StonesThrow.com.
Chicago’s Crosshair Design just put this new poster for a local Deerhof show up for sale. It is a 17.5″ x 23″ screenprint, has an edition of 200, and is $25. You can pick one up in the Gigposters.com Classifieds.
It’s been awhile since we’ve heard from Amy Sol in the print world, but she is ready to release a brand new one next weekend. “Flying Fish” is a 20″ x 17″ giclee with an edition of 50. No word on price yet, I will update the post as info comes in. This print will go on sale Saturday, October 25 at 6pm PDT. Visit AmySol.com.
EDIT: The price will be $250.
Kevin Tong is one hard working dude, constantly trying to put new posters together, networking, and generally just taking care of business. He just put three new posters up for sale. The Ratatat and Tokyo Police Club posters are both 12″ x 18″ screenprints for $25 each, the MGMT poster is a digital print for only $15. Kevin also launched a new blog that covers his design and illustration work. Check out TragicSunshine.com.
I am really happy to welcome Gelaskins as our newest sponsor. With the recent launch of their Bamboo Fine Art Prints line, they have become a top source for open-edition, inexpensive giclee prints by many of the artists that this site (and the fine art scene in general) covers. So take a minute to look around, I can personally testify that their prints are top quality. Visit Gelaskins.com.
Thanks, as always, to all of our sponsors. I would also like to thank the readers for the constant support, and for supporting our sponsors, you guys rule.
Dan Grzeca just put a handful of original drawings up for sale. They are all sized around 11″ x 11″, and are mixed media pieces with ink, pastel, and colored pencil. The prices on these are great, only $75-$125 each. Also, keep an eye on the site, as Dan has promised to put ten more drawings up each day for the next week or so. Visit his Etsy Shop.
Dan also has a new art print up, “Country Sentinel”. It is a 19″ x 25″ screenprint available in two editions. The Orange Fizz edition is limited to 75, the construction gold edition is limited to 55. They are $30 each. These are also in his Etsy Shop.
In case you didn’t know, Leia Bell opened her very own gallery in Salt Lake City. They largely focus on prints, and have had some great shows so far. If you’re ever in SLC, stop by for sure. Check out this video interview / gallery profile with Leia.
Currently they are running a show featuring screenprints based on the photography of Patrick Phegley. The images all depict the streets of Los Angeles, and the prints are a great deal. They are all large screenprints with super tiny editions, and only cost $20-$40 each. Check out the whole show at DeathOfField.com.
Wow, this thing is amazing. Huck Gee will release the newest entry in his Gold Life art print series later today. “The Sunset Rooftops” is a 12″ x 24″ giclee printed on 100% cotton duck canvas, has an edition of 80, and will be $80. These WILL go fast. The sale time is today (Friday, October 17) at noon PDT. Visit Huck’s Ebay Store.
Click the image for a larger view (trust me, do it):
In addition to the print, Huck will also be dropping a set of custom 8″ Dunnys, the same ones depicted in the Rooftops image. The Red Hand Gang will be an edition of 10, and will cost $650 each. Same place and time as the print.
I have to give credit to Vinyl Pulse for this info. If you’re a big Kidrobot fan, this is definitely a cool art print. David Flores put this one together, and it is 18″ x 24″, has an edition of only 50, and is $50. You can pick one up at Kidrobot.com.
Hoping to provide a final financial push toward Barack Obama’s presidential nomination, a handful of super talented artists took some time out at the recent Baby Tattooville event to donate a one of a kind sketch. The pieces are being auctioned off now, with all proceeds to be donated to the Obama campaign. There are 22 artists involved, names like Joe Ledbetter, Gary Baseman, Glenn Barr, Jeff Soto, and more. The auctions end on Saturday, October 25. Bid high! Check them out at eBay.com.
Everyone needs a good calendar right? In the next few months, some handmade screenprinted calendars will almost certainly pop up for sale. First up is this 2009 calendar / art print by Chicago’s SuperKonductor. It is a 19″ x 25″ screenprint, and is $25 shipped. Also, if you haven’t seen the poster work of SuperKonductor, take a chance to check them out. For ordering info (you have to email them), visit SuperKonductor.com.
