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David LaChapelle “Earth Laughs in Flowers” Exhibition at Robilant & Voena Gallery

James Oliver — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 04:46:08 +0000

Renowned artist and photographer David LaChapelle has created this fitting body of works that will open today, Valentines Day. Entitled “Earth Laughs in Flowers,” LaChappelle draws in inspiration from Ralph Waldo Emerson’s poem Hamatreya with the ten large-scale images depicting the earth’s flowers ridicule man’s arrogant belief that he holds a permanent and indestructible dominion over the earth he walks on. Combining skulls, flowers and fruit as Baroque imagery, this makes for a compelling installation from the American artist and one that should not be missed.

Robilant & Voena / 38 Dover St. / London W1S 4NL / England

Thanks to Dazed Digital for the info.

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André Saraiva “Love Letters” Exhibition at Half Gallery

James Oliver — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 04:18:33 +0000

Street artist André Saraiva is perhaps best known for the creation of his “Mr. A” character which was featured last year in the award winning documentary “Exit Through the Gift Shop”. He made his own directorial debut in 2011 with his short film, “The Shoe,” co-starring Leo Fitzpatrick and Annabelle Dexter-Jones. Saraiva has exhibited all over the world including shows at Colette, Palais de Tokyo and Air de Paris where he showed his love graffiti for the first time. For MOCA’s landmark “Art in the Streets” show, he tagged up the museum’s bathrooms with his colorful graffiti. André’s show “Love Letters” at half gallery — his first solo exhibition in New York — will include paintings on french letter boxes which he used to paint all over Paris and love notes on stationery, a somewhat anachronistic celebration of communication so closely tied to the romantic. “Love Letters” will be exhibited at half gallery from February 11th until March 1st.

Half Gallery / 208 Forsyth St. / New York / NY 10002 / United States

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POST NEW | Heron Preston’s Spaghetti Recipe

Adam Bryce — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 20:34:36 +0000

Yesterday saw the launch of a new series on POST NEW, a regular series of POST NEW’s friends favourite recipes. The first was Heron Preston’s Spaghetti Recipe.. a classic, simple, rustic favourite… Take a look here and try it tonight.

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ABSOLUT Limited Edition London Bottle by Jamie Hewlett

James Oliver — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 18:00:27 +0000

The world’s most iconic vodka launches ABSOLUT® LONDON, the biggest and most high profile city series edition ABSOLUT has ever released. The latest limited-edition from ABSOLUT is a collaboration with one of the UK’s leading graphic artists, Gorillaz’ Jamie Hewlett. ABSOLUT LONDON celebrates the vibrant cultural city, capturing London’s creativity and rich style heritage in a unique bottle design which goes on sale in Selfridges and Harvey Nichols on 1st March 2012.

Designed by London creative and visionary Jamie Hewlett, the bottle is a unique take on London’s style and fashion pioneers over the past 200 years. Set against a London backdrop, the bottle introduces key characters from the past who have influenced and shaped London’s present fashion scene. The seven characters encapsulate the city’s diverse heritage, spanning the ages from Dickensian and 18th Century Dandy, through to Pinstripe gent, 60’s chick, SKA, Punk and 80’s Casual.

“London has such a fascinating and rich history which has inspired me over the years. For ABSOLUT London I chose to re-create 7 iconic characters from different eras who are largely defined by their style as well as their impactful contribution to London’s culture at the time.” says Jamie Hewlett.

To celebrate the launch, ABSOLUT will be offering consumers the chance to win one of 50 bottles via Instagram from the 9th of Feb. There will also be the chance to buy one of only 50 unique ABSOLUT London collectors gift packs, which go on sale on 22nd March. More information can be found on www.facebook.com/ABSOLUTUK.

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Conor Harrington “Black Herds Of The Rain” Film

James Oliver — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 13:41:11 +0000

Black Herds of The Rain is a film documenting Conor Harrington’s trip home to Ireland in the summer of 2011 to paint 3 walls. The journey and subsequent paintings are inspired by Austin Clarke’s poem The Lost Heifer.

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Boys and Their Toys Calendar by FLABSLAB

Adam Bryce — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 00:24:32 +0000

At this stage this is only a promo release, but we’re guessing demand may dictate a wider release. Boys and Their Toys Calendar by FLABSLAB is a view of icons of popular culture, and inparticular figures and toys, shot by photographer, Joel Lim, alongside boys other favourite thing, nude women.

Source: HB

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Stussy x Parra Collection Interview

James Oliver — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 03:08:51 +0000

The Stussy Spring 2012 collection includes a series of t-shirts by Dutch artist Parra. Parra is best known for his curved post-Pop imagery, highly saturated colors, vibrant hand-drawn letters and worlds inhabited by hybrid, surreal characters. Celebrated by galleries and championed by an underground following from the outset, Parra has quickly become a respected and eclectic artist worldwide. Working across drawing, painting, animation and sculpture, Parra creates an enigmatic and instantly recognizable style that defies easy categorization. Parra is co-founder of cult apparel label Rockwell Clothing and a member of electronic music collective Le Le. Check out this interview with Parra from his Amsterdam studio.

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The New Regime TV: Portrait of a Harlem Artist Justin West

Corey Kamenoff — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 20:34:21 +0000

Responsible for the artwork behind A$AP Rocky’s videos such as “Purple Swag”, “Peso”, and “Wassup”, Harlem’s own Jay West was recently featured by The New Regime TV. The artist has exhibited in numerous galleries including his most recent showing in New York City’s most prominent art scene, Chelsea. The video takes a look at his beginnings, struggles as an artist and the man’s thought process behind his work. Enjoy!

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Neighborhood x Eno Surfboards

Adam Bryce — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 18:47:35 +0000

Neighborhood’s ongoing love of West Coast Motorcycle culture is blended with another West Coast sub-culture, surfing, in this collaboration with Eno Surfboards. To coincide with the release of the brands Spring/Summer 2012 collection the boards will be available at NBHD stores March 11th.

Thanks to honeyee for the info.

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David Choe Interview | Barbara Walters

Adam Bryce — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 18:42:42 +0000

David Choe couldn’t get any bigger right now, off the back of his Facebook fame (and wealth) the artist has risen to the helm of art fame – and it doesn’t get much bigger than this! Interviewed by Barbara Walters. ABC have disabled sharing of this clip, so you’ll have to pop over to YouTube to check it out.

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Rolex Hillary Tenzing Edition Explorer Set

Adam Bryce — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 18:33:33 +0000

We’ve seen numerous previews over the past year of this special edition watch series which celebrates the lives and momentous accomplishments of Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzig Norgay. The Rolex Hillary Tenzing Edition Explorer Set includes 36mm, 39mm, and 42mm Rolex Explorer watches, as well as a mix of accompanying accessories; a silver mountaineering pin, a limited HTE edition copy of Everest by the late George Band, and an original leather bound 1953 expedition route to Everest.

Source: Perpetuelle.com

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Jun Cha Paris 2012 Photo Essay

Anthony Coleman — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 18:29:06 +0000

I won’t pretent to express a deep seeded knowledge of the tattoo world but I have a great appreciation for high level beautifully defined work. A true artists’ artwork will speak to you no matter the medium it is bound to, and this is the case when it comes to the work of tattoo artist Jun Cha. Tutored under the watchful eye of some of traditional black and white tattoo’s legendary artist Baby Ray, and Jose Lopez although young in age, his work speaks of a man much wiser and sharper. His talents have taken him from his Los Angeles base to across the globe with an recent trip to Paris standing as the subject for his latest photo essay. His work stands on its own and his direction and focus is unparalleled.

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Johnson Banks: Arkitypo – Letter Rotations

Adam Bryce — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 07:34:04 +0000

This video shows 360 degree rotations of the 26 three-dimensional letters developed for the Arkitypo project. The six-month long project is a collaboration between London-based design studio, Johnson Banks, and the Digital Media University of Ravensbourne.

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Zooka Bluetooth Speaker

Adam Bryce — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 07:24:07 +0000

Yet another great project to come through Kickstarter. With portability in mind the Zooka Bluetooth Speaker has been designed to clip onto your iPad and make for a seamless connection to your music experience. Made of medical grade silicone, making it both durable and comfortable. The Speaker provides 5x the sound output of the onboard speakers.

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Stussy x Haze in Las Vegas

Corey Kamenoff — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 02:44:53 +0000

Back in 2009 New York graffiti legend Eric Haze was commissioned by Stussy’s Las Vegas store to paint a giant wall piece in their retail space. This recently released video by Stussy documents the process by Haze. Be sure to stop by the shop next time you’re in town. Enjoy!

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