SMILE..........Anyone

THE PAN AM SMILE

by: INKA
LINDERGÅRD AND NICLAS HOLMSTRÖM

http://rotatinggallery.com

Inked Souls 2009 Video!

VIMBY - Inked Souls

Garry Booth Interview by: Bill Jones

Garry Booth caught the attention of Pads & Panels with a t-shirt design called Wii Exploded, a rendering of a dissected Nintendo Wii. We exchanged emails with Booth in April to get the low-down on his art and game-related designs.

Name: Garry Booth

Age: 25

Location: Long Beach, Calif.

Website: www.egofresh.com

Interview by: Bill Jones

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What first got you interested in art? What influences your style?

My mother was a tole painter and pretty much fueled the fire for a lot of my childhood. I was drawing and painting at a very young age. I have an insane amount of influences, from music, to culture, to food, and everything else. Computer art has been a recent interest of mine, and I am embracing it as much as I can. I really love entangling it with my experiences with traditional media.

You have a number of designs on your site related to music, as well as totally original works. What can you tell readers about those interests?

My music library is unspeakable. Most of my friends hit me up when they are looking for something “new.” I listen to everything from ragtime to death metal. Recently, I saw a Leon Redbone concert, which was just awesome. I really like the new CD by the White Rabbits and anything by Tom Waits, SRV and Buck 65. If I am feeling tired, I usually listen to Norma Jean or something to wake me up.

One of your latest designs is an exploded Nintendo Wii. First of all, do you have an interest in the act of gaming, or just the artistic concept that spawned from the Wii? If the former, what are some of your favorite games?

I think I grew up in an era largely based around the development of video games. I can’t help but be a part of it. The Wii design was an awesome experience. I think the colors and everything really work as a shirt, and American Apparel is really making the best quality shirts on the market right now. Plus, with the quality soft hand ink we used, it’s really comfortable. My favorite game for the Wii is Tiger Woods [PGA Tour] golf. That game kills it!

How did you create the Wii design? Is it simply an imagining of the console’s innards, or did you take one apart to create the design? If so, were you able to put it back together, and does it still work?

Believe it or not, I took apart a unit myself to get a true sense of realism. Yup, that’s really what it looks like. Heh. The design was created meticulously over the course of about a week. Working mostly in the middle if the night, I sat at my computer with screws and electronics all over the place. It reminded me of the times when I would take apart the stereo when I was a kid because I thought I could “fix” it. I haven’t yet put the unit back together, but it was broken when I took it apart, so it would be pretty miraculous if it worked after I reassembled it. Hahaha.

Any plans to do any other game-related shirts?

Definitely, a similar Xbox 360 is now available at www.exploded360.com. That one is pretty awesome, and I think it maintains the excitement of the Wii design, if not more so. I have been batting around ideas to do some more old-school related stuff, but we will see…

Is art a profession for you, or a hobby? If the latter, what is your day job?

I am a full-time artist and designer as well as an art gallery owner. Check out Phone Booth Gallery. I also consider art my hobby, because I tend to not take on art-related gigs that I don’t think I will enjoy.

What’s next for Garry Booth?

I’m currently in a painted shoes exhibit at Art Whino Gallery on the East Coast called “Inked Souls.” I am working on a number of projects for a variety of freelance clients, and always working on my personal work. Right now I’m working on an exploded Macintosh M0001, the first Mac ever made. That one is gonna be super fresh.

Anything else readers should know?

“Art is Ideas.” -Doug Durrant

ART WHINO AND FABRIC8 Announces: HEAVY HITTERZ: MARYLAND

Heavy Hitterz, an annual group art show that features emerging artists from the lowbrow and graffiti art scene, is heading to Art Whino Gallery in the Washington DC Area for a July 25 opening.

Presented by gaNyan, Art Whino, and fabric8, this third annual showcase of emerging artists will feature 60+ international painters and illustrators from around the globe including Josh Taylor, Angrywoebots, MUNKONE, Ursula Xanthe Young, Estria, Phoneticontrol, and Stuter.
The concept for the show was first developed and executed in 2007 by curator gaNyan, who wanted to bring together the up-and-coming artists he admired in the character-based and underground art world. It debuted at Age Song Gallery in San Francisco with over 80 participants and much acclaim. In 2008, Heavy Hitterz Manila was presented in the Philippines at Pablo Gallery, complete with a block party featuring live painting and DJs in the streets.
For its third installation, gaNyan teams up with Art Whino and long-time collaborators fabric8 to bring Heavy Hitterz Maryland. All three have been long committed to the street art scene and are excited to join forces from West Coast to East.

Saturday, July 25th, from 6pm – Midnight

Location:
173 Waterfront St.
National Harbor, MD 20745

Show end date: Aug 15th

The event is FREE and open to the public.

Participating Artists:
Adrian Roman
Alice Koswara
Alli Good
Andre Simayan
Angry Woebots
2H
Auks
bounce
Chase "Cachi" Moreau
Chris Granillo
Guy Mckinley
Dan Fleres
Daniel Goffin
Downer
Dramaone
Estria
Ganyan
Gem Mateo
Ian Hill
Jason Coe
Joey Potts
John Felix Arnold III
Josh Lawyer
Josh Taylor
Joshua Herbolsheimer
Krayola Eater
King 157
Liz Corbett
Luis Lorenzana
Marikina
Matt Cipov
Matt Linares
Max Kauffman
Megan Kimber
Minette Manghas
Mr. Penfold
Munk One
Ninjagrl
Pablo Cristi
Pancho Abalos
peabe
Phoneticontrol
Rey Ortega
Robert Bowen
Roots
Safety1st
Sam Ramos
Seamo One
Sjors trimbach
Skinner
Stuter
Tenfold
TXLW
Ursula Xanthe Young

Mortal Plush: I Am Not Your Toy - JULY 11th

Art Whino and Licorice Tree come together for a unique and innovative take on art and plush creations. The exhibition will include original handmade soft-sculpture works submitted by artists worldwide, each attempting to convey the variety of emotions experienced by their human creators.

Saturday, July 11th, from 6pm – Midnight

Location:
173 Waterfront St.
National Harbor, MD 20745

Show runs through Aug 7th

Music by DJ Fleg

The event is FREE and open to the public.

New Piece by Art Whino Artist James Walker

With all these storms we been getting great afternoon lights which was part of creating this amazing photo! Look out for a LIFEWITHCANCER Fundraiser we are doing Aug 29th showcasing the work of James and Craig Robinson!

Artfarm, where all tattooed pigs live

June 15, 2009 | New Trends | by Kira Heuer



I wonder if these piggies understand what is going on? They're a part of Artfarm, a collection of swine and tattoo ink. The Belgian artist Wim Delvoye worked with The Foundation Cartier on this recent project. Though it seems more like Artharm. Errr, or should that be Artham?

See more tattooed swine [meant in the nicest possible way]

Check out this great event by one of our awesome sponsors PERONI! - June 27th

http://www.peroni-dc.com/index.html

Some Beautiful work from Art Whino artist: LECKOmio

Papermonster went down to see our boy LECKOmio when he went down to Basel Switzerland. Check out this AMAZING piece he did. This is a stencil piece made with spray paint only. LECKOmio....MAD PROPS to you!!!!

Stefan Winterle (LECKOmio) next to his stencil art piece.

Original Photos Reference for the stencil piece shown above.

Art Whino Artist PaperMonster making a book and needs you!

A MESSAGE FROM PAPERMONSTER:

For The Love Of Art Book

Hello my name is Victor and I am composing a book titled "For The Love OF Art"

This will be an art book putting together stories and images from artists all over the world capturing how art has had an impact on your life whether it has built relationships, sparked marriage proposals, or long lasting friendships. There is no single source that has brought these stories and artists/collective images/profiles together from people involved in urban art, photography, contemporary art or individuals avid about sharing their passion for what they create and share with the world. I hope that you are interested in taking part in "For The Love Of Art Book" and I am sure that it will be a publication that will capture art history in a very powerful way.

If you are interested in contributing to the book and receiving further instructions please visit the following link:

http://fortheloveofartbook.wordpress.com/2009/04/15/call-for-artists-submission-for-the-love-of-art-book/

or download the instructions at the following link:

http://www.mediafire.com/?lmnjnzjyhh4

Thank you for your time

If there is anything else you need feel free to let me know.

-PaperMonster

http://PaperMonster.org

Shopping Cart Magic - Craig Robinson

James Walker's Friend who came down for his show is also an amazing photographer who has a shopping cart series. http://happycarts.com/

While in town they went around searching for new shopping cart photos for his portfolio, here's a shot James Took of him making some photos, as well as his finished masterpiece.....
Lookout for him showing at Art Whino. I just have to find 30 carts to bribe him with!

Remixing the Art of Social Change: A Hip-Hop Approach

Washington, DC -- The second annual national “Remixing the Art of Social Change: A Hip-Hop Approach” teach-in will take place June 12-14, 2009 in Washington, D.C. On June 13, Roger Gastman (Swindle Magazine), Dominic "Tru" Painter (Midnight Forum), Rodney Camarce (Philly Mural Arts) and Peter Krsko (Albus Cavus) will discuss the power of graffiti and street art for social change in the workshop titled "Behind Enemy Lines - From the Streets to the Gallery to the Board Room."
The teach-in brings the tools and resources necessary to develop curriculum, programs, and work (artistic and scholarly) based in hip-hop culture. The teach-in will also address how to retain and attract high caliber hip-hop artists, scholars and educators by building sustainable organizations. Register here...

A recap of James Walker Solo show by.....James Walker!

….upon arrival I gave an interview about my work….

….the show hadn’t open yet but there were already people perusing my sketchbooks….

….I preceded to sign a few prints….

….then out of nowhere my best friend Maj. Robinson showed up and surprised the hell out of me, he had traveled all the way from Gallup, New Mexico to check out the show….

….pose out with two of my favorite people in the world….

….and another pre-show pose out with Mr. Whino himself….

….thanks to Jesse and Francisco for hooking up the merchandise for my show….the t-shirts and prints were a big hit!….

….Setareh and Chris brought flowers….

….it was really cool to see so many of my friends come out and show their support….

….the sketchbooks seemed to be rather popular….

….accoutrements….

….you never know when your photo will show up somewhere in my work, Craig was excited to see a picture of himself and Levi….

….and Setareh was simultaneously excited and horrified at a photo of herself in one of my books….

….my mom, dad, and brother came up for the show too, as did Lynda Basset….thanks guys!….

….two of my favorite people (and fellow border collie aficionados) Laura and Leah….

….alex….

….the Art Whino staff that made this show such a big success….

….Lee, always workin it…..

….Luz!…..

….Lee and I posed out with a few of my most prominent collectors who stopped by to snag a few new pieces….

….later in the evening “Once Okay Twice” set up on the other side of the gallery and played some awesome music….

….the show was packed the entire evening which was very cool, thanks so much to everyone who came out!….

….the crew behind Bussey Design (the company that designed my t-shirts)….

….Ashey….one of my biggest fans….

….more details….

….thanks again to the Art Whino staff and to all my friends and family and all of the new collectors and people I’ve met recently who have showed such an awesome amount of support for the art that I work so hard to create, without you all none of this would be possible….

Pecanpals - Natural Wood Series: Now available at Art Whino Gallery in limited quantities! There are only 300 worldwide.

With sharp mountain peaks on one side and thickly forested plains on the other, Carrara Island rises majestically from the Pacific Ocean. Like all worthy places of interest, there are a great many stories to tell about this island. But what good is a story without some characters to meet and greet? Exactly, not very interesting at all. Well, this island happens to be inhabited by a group of characters almost as remarkable as the island itself, and with the word "remarkable" in the sentence, you know something exciting is bound to happen. They are the Pecanpals and as much as I would love to introduce them all to you now, it is far better for you to find out yourself. So, have fun!

Pecan Pecan is the oldest and wisest of the Pecanpals. He is a master storyteller, often spending entire afternoons sitting under a tall palm tree, reading. He insists that all the knowledge you ever need to know is found in stories. Pecan likes to be aware of things that are happening on the island, making sure to visit each and every person on his daily rounds. 6.5 inches high.

Pandacake Pandacake is a photographer and an expert one at that! Dedicated to her art, Pandacake enjoys diving to the core of her subject matter and exploring the most intricate of details. She loves taking part in an event, but finds the ruckus a bit much to handle at times. She enjoys collecting flowers and wishes to someday fly with the dragonflies. 4.5 inches high.

Jac Jac "Facts are what is needed. Cold hard facts!" Nothing describes Jac Jac better. It is what he lives by. Jac Jac enjoys reading, but he has no time for stories. He reads from complicated books larger than his head and prides himself with his ability to recite the periodic table backwards.5.5 inches high.

Fanelli Fanelli is an innovative and extremely clever lady; able to find the solution to almost any problem, no matter how big or small it is. With twin boys under her care, Fanelli's oversized rattle acts as an extension of her emotions. A playful nature and thirst for adventure ensures that no two days are alike. 6.5 inches high.

Claudius Claudius is incredibly strong, with arms thicker than most tree trunks. Satisfied with the simple things in life, Claudius never asks for much. He is a kind-hearted old soul who enjoys counting ducks, swimming on the lake and spending warm summer afternoons stretched out on the grass practicing how to sleep. 5.5 inches high.

Pecanpals - Natural Wood Series Pecanpals are all individually hand crafted from 100% wood. Articulated joints. Fun accessories. Full color window box for display. Limited to 300 friends per character worldwide. Click here for stop-motion animation. About the wood we use: Like all Noferin wooden pieces, Pecanpals are made from 100% sustainably harvested wood. They are made from rubber tree wood that would otherwise go to waste. Rubber trees are planted for their rubber, and after about 20 years, their rubber yields start to diminish. We use this beautiful wood, thus saving it from the fire pit. No two Pecanpals look the same. They all have very unique markings due to the wood grain. Some are spotted, some have a marbled look, some are a mixture of the two. We are very pleased with these figures and hope that you enjoy them too. About the artists: Noferin is the collaboration of two parallel minds: that of Candy and Nicho. Trained as a Graphic Designer - BDes (VisComm); BvisComm (First Class Hons) - Candy possesses an acute understanding of solid design principles. She brings these skills into her paintings; a medium that she finds to be more expressive and free. Studying an Environmental Science degree, Nicho spends every spare moment developing the world of Noferin in a literary sense and through wooden sculpture. Together, they delve into the whimsical world of Carrara Island and its inhabitants - meshing the fine art, design and literary worlds together in a complete and unique package. "Our world is a living environment that grows everyday. At first, we were shaping and creating the boundaries of Carrara Island, but now the world is so vivid and real to us that our role has changed from creator to story-teller. We are the vessels for telling the stories of Carrara Island and the unique characters that call it home. Noferin wishes to take the audience on a journey of discovery that uncovers something new and quite magical with each chapter of this perpetual narrative." www.noferin.com

You Are What You Eat

GOOD Magazine: You Are What You Eat

May 27, 2009 | New Photography | by Gerry Mak

GOOD Magazine recently posted a series of photos by Mark Menjivar, who photographed strangers' refrigerators to see what their contents reveal about the the people who stock them.

See more photos in this series

If you are in Basel Switzerland Dont Miss this!

Our boys Dare and Both Stefans will be exhibiting at the Carhartt Gallery during Basel in Switzerland this year. If you are going down dont miss it!!! The lineup is ALLSTAR Caliber!

The Art of James Walker

Friday, June 5^th, from 6pm – Midnight

National Harbor, MD

Local artist James Walker’s insightful and honest new works reflect on the current moment and the fleeting nature of time. The exhibition will include paintings, photographs, books and collage works that together are a collection of moments, insights and ideas that evolve from Walker’s constant documentation of the world around him. He describes his work as focused on the ideas of living in the present moment and never taking anything for granted. Walker’s works strike a deeply personal chord leaving viewers both lost in the moment and somehow more aware of the present at the same time.

James Walker’s Artist Statement:

…..I never made a conscious decision to become an artist, it’s something I’ve always done for as long as I can remember, I make pictures and draw and paint and collage debris and objects as intuitively as possible and I’ve never specialized in anything except making the best art that I can and I don’t often think of myself as an artist but more of a sociologist or philosopher…..my background is in photojournalism and I take a documentary approach to everything I do with my work and I feel that my most successful images are ones that develop as a natural extension of existing

….all of my amalgamations are nothing more than a feverish attempt to create some sort of semi-tangible cohesion out of everyday experiences through obsessive collection of imagery and stories and adventures that I compile as the proof of life lived to bring a general awareness that every second exists for just that and at the same time facilitating this idea the only way I can, through my artwork, all of it being the cliff notes to my inclusion in this maelstrom of existence, examining the fact that everything is in a constant state of fluctuation, deterioration, and reconstruction, never lasting more than two blinks of an eye which may be why humans invented the concept of measuring time while we fruitlessly strive to sustain and avoid any contact with the inevitable thermodynamic deconstruction of our selves and everything we see as real and I’m enamored with the idea that everything is beautifully entropic and nothing will ever retain, permanently, its current physical form,

which is why I try be mindful of the present moment, the only thing that is not simulacra, without which we would have neither the future nor the past (both of which carry significance only as stubborn illusions), and with the realization that the present moment is the only thing that truly exists I gather information and juxtapose found treasures all decomposing and beautifully dancing in wonderful objectification with images in various states of archival-ness (frequently subconsciously depicting all too clearly our own frailty taken for granted) and I am helping to organize an introspection and focus that is easily lost in the cellularphonic espresso-paced world that I am also contently enveloped in, intensifying awareness of the swirling cacophony and freneticism of it all and all of the feelings and emotions colliding, and as I work I just let the chaos flow without judgment, acknowledging its existence as neither good nor bad, just that it is there, with hopes of creating nothing that is stale but instead just as alive as the subjects it depicts...

Aerosol timelapse video - Watchmen

Time lapse aerosol promo video commissioned by Paramount for the UK West end movie premiere of 'Watchmen' 2009. executed by 'End of the line' artists: Bleach, Probs, Busk and Zadok. Music by Pyro

Rainy Days......Be Gone!

Now that we are done hopefully with 2 weeks of rain. Shake the rain away and come out to the Inked Souls Closing this Saturday in Crystal City.

This awesome photo is part of James Walker Solo show that will be opening
Friday June 5th at the Harbor. Mark your Calendar!

Another Sneak preview of his very animated dog Brenna.
BTW. Shes not Dead or angry. She had a very lovely meal
and this is her face of utmost fulfillment.

RUN-DMC!

I had the pleasure of meeting DMC from RUN-DMC.

Its great to meet people who are genuine nice peeps!

He is now the proud owner of Brandon Hills Art!

We are planning some exciting events for this Fall!
SO LOOK OUT!

Now if you getting flashbacks of the good ole days.....
Heres a tight Old School Video for you to reminisce with.
Run DMC sing Sucker MC's and battle Kool Moe Dee and Special K.

Inked Souls 2009 Highlights

Here are just a few of the artists and pictures.
To see all of them go to http://www.flickr.com/artwhino/

If you missed the opening you have one more chance.

This Saturday May 9th 6pm-Mid

2450 Crystal Drive Arlington VA

Inked Souls Closing and B-Boy Battle
Come out and see Breakers Battle 3 versus 3
for a $600 in Cash and Prizes!

DJ Fleg in the house

Marc C. Wohr and Frerk



Skibs



Marie Barr



LECKOmio



J. Asher Lynch



Garry Booth



Luis Lorenzana



Roger Snider



Lady Glock



"The Document" Sneak Preview

"The Document" In action

Musical Performance by Big Benz and The TTM Crew

James Walker



James Walker





DJ Lil'e In the House



Truth Among Liars customizing T-shirts LIVE!



AM Radio Install and Old School Barbers World Class Cuts
give brave patrons old school fades



Murals By Local Graffiti Crews



Bambi getting a redo



Rick Reese



"The Document In Action"



The Spot





Roger Snider Came in to represent



Raudiel Sanudo



Rudy Fig

Art Whino Stencil Show Video!

Stencil Show from Miguel "M.i.G." Martinez on Vimeo.

Friday May 1st - MAY DAY:Global Politics

Join us this Friday at the National Harbor for an amazing 3 part show:

Kareem Rizk Solo show - Trapped in Paradise

AM Radio - Installation and Mural

Art Whino Artists - Group show

THIS FRIDAY - MAY DAY SHOW - Interview with Kareem Rizk

Kareem Rizk Interview :

by Jenn Ski

http://jennskistudio.blogspot.com/2009/04/interview-kareem-rizk.html

Name: Kareem Rizk
Occupation: Artist
Location: Melbourne, Australia

1. What kind of art do you make?

I make collage art - both handmade and digital. The majority however is handmade. My digital work started out as an experimentation in trying to mimic the tactile qualities of handmade work (scratches, creases, stains etc.).

Collage is my sole technique but I use a variety of mixed mediums including acrylic, oil pastel, pencil, letter press, acrylic transfers and solvent transfers. I work mostly on paper and canvas. I ’ve also applied my technique to working on sneakers.

Links to my work:
www.kareemrizk.com
www.kareemr.blogspot.com
www.kareemrizk.etsy.com
www.kareemrizk.deviantart.com



2. What do you enjoy most about working in this medium?

The medium of collage is very versatile. The technique can be applied to many different surfaces and the sources for imagery and graphic elements are almost endless. Everything that I need to make a composition already exists in the form of press images and printed material. All I need to do is find the right elements to construct the desired composition.

As a basis for a composition starts to develop, there is still often a great sense of mystery in not knowing how a work in progress will look in the end. I enjoy the fact that often the final composition cannot be foreseen and so the work evolves as it is put together bit by bit.

I also enjoy the openness to viewer interpretation that the technique of collage can create. As my work comes from a surrealist motivation, the work can be read in many different ways. In the majority of my work there is often no clear-cut message or distinct concept. And so the work is often very open to varied interpretation. - the viewer more often has the privilege of creating their own story from the work. 





3. What challenges have you found in your work?

As my main medium is collage, I source a lot of imagery from old magazines, books and brochures. It can sometimes be a bit challenging when I can’t find the right image or element to fit a certain piece of work e.g. when I’m working on an illustration job or making new gallery work. But it’s a rare occurrence as I have a fairly extensive collection of vintage publications and ephemera.






4. Where do you find inspiration?

I find inspiration in the work of many other collage artists. But I also draw inspiration from the world around me and often from memories. Also I have somewhat of an obsession with retro nostalgia and so I often get inspiration from simple things like dynamic black and white images in vintage magazines, 60 & 70’s graphic elements and typography and also the fashion, cars and culture of these eras.






5. What are your favorite artists, designer or blogs.

Kurt Schwitters
Max Ernst
Hannah Hock
Richard Hamilton
Magritte
Mario Wagner
Eduardo Recife
Brandon McLean
Robert Mars
Charles Wilkin

Biography of Kareem Rizk

Kareem Rizk is a Melbourne based Australian collage artist who graduated from Monash University with a Bachelor in Graphic Design. This course encouraged a rich influence of mixed media techniques within the field of graphic design, which has always been evident in his work.

Rizk’s initial ambition was to forge a career as a Graphic Designer. However, it was a short time after the completion of the university course that a more prominent interest in fine art became the focus of his endeavours.

Previous work includes a position as a Graphic Designer for Melbourne‘s No.1 selling newspaper, The Herald Sun, as well as freelance graphic design for various large and small clients.

Working mediums include collage, acrylic, oil pastel, pencil, solvent transfers and acrylic transfers. The work is highly textured and often multi-layered with a nostalgic and weathered quality. Rizk's works can often be vibrant with colour, while others display a very refined or minimal palette.

Rizk's working methods also extend to digital collage with a very gritty and realistic display of texture and layering. The digital work is very much an experimentation in blurring the line between handmade work and digital work.

Rizk's work has been published in numerous magazines and books including Art Review, Empty magazine, Trip magazine, Advanced Photoshop, Rojo magazine, Semi-Permanent Book 2007 & 2009, Computer Arts, Don’t Panic magazine and Desktop magazine.

UPCOMING EXHIBITIONS:

2009

Art Whino Gallery: ‘Trapped In Paradise’ - Solo Exhibition
National Harbor, Maryland, USA (May 1st - 31st)

Gallery KG5: ‘Cut & Paste’ - Group show
Stockholm, Sweden (September 17th - October 10th)

PREVIOUS EXHIBITIONS:

2009

ROJO Artspace: ‘OCHO’ - International Group Exhibitions
Barcelona, Spain & Milan, Italy

Gallery 696: 2nd Birthday Group Show
Melbourne, Australia

Adidas Anniversary - Group show
In association with the Art Whino Gallery
Arlington, USA 

2008

Art Whino Gallery: ‘Inked Souls’ - Group show
National Harbor, Maryland, USA

The Artery: Grand Opening - Group show
Sydney, Australia

The Shoplift Gallery: ‘What We Are’ - Group show
In association with The MacBeth Gallery
London, UK

Phone Booth Gallery: ‘Pulp Fiction’ - Solo exhibition
Los Angeles, USA

Gallery 696: ‘1st Birthday’ - Group show
Melbourne, Australia

Sydney Airport: ‘Wellbeing’ - Group show
In association with Australian Unity
Sydney, Australia

Sketch Competition

Win free paint! Deadline is May 1st. Click the image to see the full flyer.

Black & White Show & Michael Jackson

Dont forget the Black and White show this Saturday........

If you want to buy something in the meantime. Here is a lovely portrait of Michael Jackson dressed as a king, by Norman Oak (1995)

Est.: $4,000–6,000

Can be found in the auction that never was............ http://www.artinfo.com/news/story/31180/the-greatest-auction-that-never-was/

Inked Souls - The Document Video

Hi Guys....... Pictures are still coming in but there are about 600 of them up right now. Here is a link http://www.flickr.com/photos/artwhino MORE TO COME!

You can take the man out of the graffiti but you cant take the graffiti out of the man

The inked souls pictures keep coming in. Once I get them all hopefully today I will be posting. In the meantime enjoy this little clip............. http://treadmillin.com/mag/?p=110

Inked Souls 2009 - one word.........INCREDIBLE

Thanks to everyone who helped make INKED SOULS 2009 such an amazing successful show! We owe Art Whinos success to all of you who support us!

PICTURES AND VIDEO TO COME LATER TODAY.

RUN DC!

http://www.rundc08.com/SHOP.html

James Walker Solo Show JUNE 5th

A Message for DC metro area Artists

Dear Artists,

My name is Irina Chepilevskaya, I am a member of a project group in the student organization Students in Free Enterprise George Washington University (SIFE GWU). SIFE GWU is a student driven organization that strives to make a difference in the local and global community through stimulating, implementing, and teaching the principles of free enterprise. It is a chapter of the international organization Students In Free Enterprise that is active in 40 countries. We are contacting you as we felt you might be interested in cooperating with us, and such cooperation will be of a mutual interest and benefit.

Currently, we have a project under development that is concerned with art marketing. Under that project the members of SIFE – GWU will be helping local artists from underprivileged areas of the DC metro area to build upon their business skills in order to successfully market their art works and thus consistently provide themselves with means for a better life. Thus, the project is aimed, above all, at helping low-level income members of local communities, and thus improving the social situation in the respective areas. In order to ensure project sustainability, we will also be focusing on the artists’ ability to transfer the knowledge and skills to their peers who did not participate in the initial project.

Right now we are starting project activities, the first of which is a charity auction to be held in late April – early May, where artists of various backgrounds will have an opportunity to sell their work.

Please, if you think you might have an interest in cooperating with us in any form, do not hesitate to contact me. I will be looking forward to our possible fruitful cooperation.

Sincerely
Irina Chepilevskaya

M.A. Candidate in International Trade and Investment Policy, May 2010
Elliott School of International Affairs
The George Washington University
ichepi2@gwmail.gwu.edu

MAYDAY: Global Politics

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The Kiss of Death - The end of the Munnys!

We are going to have to cancel our Vinyl shows because of this!



Martha Steward+Rosie Odonell=Chalkboard Screeching Death of Munnys

G20 Update:

Our Man IAN is out making a difference - If You are In DC show him some support tonight!

Date: Tonight :: Wednesday, April 1st 2009 || Time: 530p - 8p

Washington, DC (US CAPITOL)

Suite Nation (http://suitenation.com) & N'Kosi (http://n-kosi.com) present

DC Statehood:
Equal Footing (Teach-In/Concert Rally)

It's a movement people! Join us tonight!, April 1st @ 530pm for a FREE Concert featuring DC's own Tabi Bonney, Head Roc, Lady A, Rasi Caprice, Kingpin Slim and many more performing LIVE for DC Statehood on the West Steps of the US Capitol building (rain or shine, lets grind!).

Your long-time local leaders Johnny Barnes (MC, Executive Director of ACLU-NCA), Walter E. Fauntroy (Statehood Commissioner), Anise Jenkins (Stand Up! For Democracy), Ron Hampton (25 Year D.C. Police Veteran, Retired), Ann Loikow (YWCC), EZ Street (WKYS 93.9fm), Michael D. Brown (DC Shadow US Senator), and others will be there to educate us on why DC needs Equal Footing and why Statehood is the only the answer. It's FREE after-work edu-tainment!


ABOUT DC STATEHOOD:

DC residents seek Statehood because it is the most appropriate mechanism to grant the US citizens who reside in the District of Columbia the full rights privileges of American citizenship. These rights would include not only full voting rights in the US House of Representatives and US Senate, but also full control over its own local affairs.

The United States is the only nation in the world with a representative,democratic constitution that denies voting representation in the national legislature to the citizens of the capital.

Reference:

http://statehood.dc.gov


Event Sponsored By:

American Civil Liberties Union-National Capital Area, DC Statehood Green Party,DC Statehood Yes We Can Coalition, Stand Up! For Democracy, Green DMV, ABB Video Productions, the Sneaker Suite, Stand Up Entertainment, Vitamin Water, N'Kosi, Suite Nation, PSA Events, Broccoli City, and YOU!


We thank you and appreciate you...

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Art Whino Announces:
Inked Souls
2009



Inked Souls is back, and Art Whino is raising the bar on its most anticipated exhibition of the year with an amazing new line up and expansion of the show to include photography!

DATE: Saturday April 18th, from 6pm – Midnight Exhibit will run until May 9th Exhibit hours: Fridays 4pm-8pm and Saturdays Noon-6pm LOCATION: 2450 Crystal Drive, Arlington VA 12,000sqft Space in Crystal City! Art Whino is teaming up with the Crystal City Business Improvement District (BID) and Tagür sneaker company to bring you an incredible exhibition of one-of-a-kind, customized sneakers, paintings, and photography. Each artist will feature one pair of customized AKA Blank Tagür sneakers along with a painting. Four photographers will be featured whose subject matter rangers from 80's Breakers to customized semi trucks. The event is FREE and open to the public. Music by Black Cats Resident DJ Lil'e Special live performance by Big Benz from TTM Entertainment. Metro Accessible: The metro stop is a 2 minute walk!

Featured Artists

Asylm –CA
Cutthroat – TX
Dolla – FL
EyeOne – CA
Frerk – DE
Garry Booth – CA
in.fa.mousIKB-- DC
James Walker- VA
J Asher Lynch – CA
LECKOmio – DE
Luis Lorenzana – PH
Marc C. Woehr – DE
Marie Barr- CA
MDOK - NJ
Molly Crabapple – NY
Nychos– Austria
Raudiel – MX
Rick Reese – CA
Rudy Fig - MN
Sam Ramos - PH
Skibs – CA
Sole Junkie – CA
Surge – CA
Truth Among Liars – DC
The Krah – UK
Zach Tobias – OR

Featured Photographers

Lady Glock

Michael Colon

James Walker

Roger Snider

The Results are In!