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Powers Of Ten by Charles and Ray Eames

By Spraygraphic | January 6, 2009

Charles and Ray Eames: Homepage , Wikipedia

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Word Up?

By Spraygraphic | January 6, 2009

Word Up?: Group Show featuring artists PaperMonster, Ghost, Dixon, Omen, Skam, and Case on Jan 9th in collaboration with LE Gallery. The group show starts off 2009 in a great way showcasing new works from each artist. PaperMonster’s recent work has grown larger with bolder textures and detail.

Where: Show & Tell Gallery’s 3 - 49 Baldwin St. Toronto, ON. M5T1L1 Canada

When: Jan 9th-Feb 1st

Topics: Graffiti-Art, Group shows | No Comments »

Cornbread, the Godfather of Graffiti

By Spraygraphic | January 6, 2009

As a kid, Darryl McCray started writing “Cornbread loves Cynthia” all over his Philadelphia school to get the attention of a girl he liked. He then expanded all over the city with his tag, simply, “Cornbread,” with a crown over the B. He is now acknowledged as the creator of modern graffiti, which served as the backdrop to the rise of Hip Hop.

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Elfvis Spotted!

By Spraygraphic | January 6, 2009

ELFVIS spotted in New Zealand…

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Lecture: Susan Buck-Morss: Visual Empire

By Spraygraphic | January 6, 2009

Lecture: Susan Buck-Morss: Visual Empire

Writer and educator Susan Buck-Morss will discuss how ideas of empire and sovereignty are reflected in visual imagery. She is a professor at Cornell University and her most recent book is Hegel, Haiti and Universal History (University of Pittsburgh Press, 2008).

When: Thursday, January 29, 7pm
Where: Visual Arts Theater
333 West 23 Street, NYC 10011

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Spraygraphic Pic(k) of the Day: Studio Loveframe

By Spraygraphic | January 6, 2009

Everyday Spraygraphic will pick from one of its member’s Creative Projects and spotlight the work here on Sprayblog.

Today, this cool image comes from Spraygraphic Member Studio Loveframe’s creative project Portraits series.

Topics: International-Art, Photography | No Comments »

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Spraygraphic Interview with Artist Catie Raya

By Spraygraphic | January 5, 2009

Spraygraphic Interview with Catie Raya

SG: Please tell us about yourself?

CR: My name is Catie Raya. I am a paper artist. I create 3-dimensional paper constructions. I am currently persuing a bachelors of fine arts at Arizona State University. I have a year and a half left. I started making the boxes 3 years ago. I am a studio assistant. I’m handy with wood shop tools. I love to make things and especially love making art.

SG: Where do you currently live and work?

CR: I currently live in downtown phoenix, in a small artist community. I work at the Childrens Museum of Phoenix in the Art Studio. 3 weeks ago I ended a 2 year apprenticeship for a painter. I also do massage at a Bikram Yoga Studio. I work on my art at home in my own time.

SG: What mediums do you work with?

CR: Paper. I occasionally use acrylic and oil paint.

SG: Describe your working process when creating a new work.

CR:Usually, it is just a thought during the day like a flash of an image. It depends on what type of piece I am working on. Sometimes I am creating things out of my own emotions to get some relief. In this case I just sit, choose papers and begin to cut the first thing that comes to mind, I cut objects that relate to the emotion that I am having. It may not always end up in the piece but it starts the process. In the case of commissioned work I ask the buyer if there is a favorite color or object, I use this information to think of a picture, for example: they like owls, I will think of the image in my mind, then start with the owl and move on to the background by choosing paper that compliments the owl. When putting a show together I sometimes sketch a group of images. I’ll go back to it later and choose paper and then cut what I have drawn.

SG: What kind of things do you do when you get blocked or find it hard to create something?

CR: I go to Lux, a coffee shop, and order an americano. I get a huge stack of art magazines and look through them. I read the articles and see the art and get excited about what people are doing. I also people watch. Sometimes there are really interesting looking people that inspire me. Then I go shop for paper!

SG: Where are you currently finding your inspiration?

CR: Honestly…meditation to start. I get inspired by my neigborhood and by my friends. We talk about art a lot. I find inspiration in other young artists of all types. I also look through tons of art books from artists old and new. I can’t get enough of art history believe it or not. My friend Emily Blanche inspires me by asking me to do events and getting me out of the house despite my reclusive nature. I guess you could call her my muse, she is an endless supporter. Fashion and fabrics inspire me. Girls and boys in 60’s outfits give me ideas.

SG: Where has your work been seen?

CR: Just locally. My first show was at Fate, local galleries like Karmic Kalamity, and Phoenix College’s downtown gallery. Vision Gallery, Lux coffee bar, Gold Lion, Children’s Museum of Phoenix and Hoodlum records.

SG: Where will it be seen next?

CR: Most likely Green Vegetarian Restaurant, I’m just waiting on the date.

SG: What is your dream art assignment?

CR: Oh my! dream art assignment, hmmmm. I think it would have something do do with having a 1000 sq. ft. room to build a life size interactive paper installation with LARGE paper.

SG: What is your favorite color?

CR: Sea Blue

SG: Who is your favorite artist? And Why?

CR: Aw jeez, well if I can only name one it has to be Alexander Calder. I love his work! He is my favorite because he broke new ground, which we all know is hard to do. I love the movement and interaction in his work. Eventually, I might move on to using painted metal for my work, like he used.

SG: What book/magazine are you reading this week?

CR: Art Forum all the way. Can’t get enough, and Bohemia by herbert gold for fun.

SG: Ever do a self portrait? Where is it now?

CR:Yeah, a lot. They are in sketch books, closets, shows and most likely crumpled and neglected in some corner. There was a paper self portrait entitled “blank” that I made right after a break up. I just let it get destroyed by picking it up from a show and leaving it in my car long enough to get damaged, ok so it was like a month and I did it on purpose. My favorite self-portrait is “Chica Mas Fina”, I don’t tell people it’s a self-portrait because the paper I used for skin color isn’t dark enough. They ask anyway, so that’s a good sign right?

SG: Where is your favorite place to hang out?

CR: Home. Yup, can’t beat it. If I have to go out, I like Lux for coffee and The Lost Leaf or Bikini Lounge for beer.

SG: Any final words of advice?

CR: Oh, o.k so just don’t listen to anybody about your art. Nobody else sees your vision.

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Spraygraphic Pic(k) of the Day: Casey Ferguson

By Spraygraphic | January 5, 2009

Everyday Spraygraphic will pick from one of its member’s Creative Projects and spotlight the work here on Sprayblog.

Today, this cool image comes from Spraygraphic Member Casey Ferguson’s creative project Experimental series.

Topics: Photography, Women Art | No Comments »

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…The Urbanists

By Spraygraphic | January 4, 2009

The Urbanists

In anticipation of its fall 2009 opening, the MFA Interaction Design Department at SVA presents “Dot Dot Dot,” a monthly public lecture series exploring interaction design, business and aesthetic inspiration. This month’s speakers are Adam Greenfield, head of user experience at Nokia, and Rachel Abrams, creative director at Turnstone Consulting.

When: Jan. 14, 6 - 8pm
Where: White Rabbit, 145 Houston Street

Free and open to the public. Please RSVP to interactiondesign@sva.edu

Topics: Lecture and Panels, New York Art Scene | No Comments »

GORDON DICKINSON: Painting Portraits

By Spraygraphic | January 4, 2009

Spraygraphic member GORDON DICKINSON: Painting portrait Video

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Spraygraphic Pic(k) of the Day: Melodie Havens

By Spraygraphic | January 4, 2009

Everyday Spraygraphic will pick from one of its member’s Creative Projects and spotlight the work here on Sprayblog.

Today, this cool image comes from Spraygraphic Member Melodie Havens’s creative project Underneath the Surface series.

Topics: Phoenix Art Scene, Photography, Women Art | No Comments »

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Activism: GreenPeace highlights from 2008 video

By Spraygraphic | January 3, 2009

Activism: GreenPeace highlights from 2008 video

Topics: Green Products, Nature and Environment, Political-Activists, You Tube videos | No Comments »

RON ROCCO: Without You Video

By Spraygraphic | January 3, 2009

Spraygraphic Member: RON ROCCO: Without You Video. This is different…

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http://www.sprayblog.net/ron-rocco-without-you-video/

Spraygraphic Pic(k) of the Day: Jennifer Eskuri Jones

By Spraygraphic | January 3, 2009

Everyday Spraygraphic will pick from one of its member’s Creative Projects and spotlight the work here on Sprayblog.

Today, this cool image comes from Spraygraphic Member Jennifer Eskuri Jones’s creative project Education Foundation series.

Topics: Nature and Environment, Photography, Women Art | No Comments »

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Spraygraphic Interview with Artist Karen Yung

By Spraygraphic | January 2, 2009

Spraygraphic Interview with Karen Yung

SG: Please tell us about yourself?

KY: I was born in Hong Kong and was there until the age of 13 and then came to America for school and have stayed here ever since. I’ve moved a lot over the past 16 years and haven’t really stayed in a place for longer than 2-3 years. So home is everywhere.

SG: Where do you currently live and work?

KY: I currently “live” in Venice California. I do freelance web design (yungraphik.com) and do all my work online, since I’m always traveling (currently in Australia and Bali next.)

SG: What mediums do you work with?

KY: I work with pencil, pen, paint, computer, photos, paper and paste.

SG: Describe your working process when creating a new work.

KY: I usually have to be in the right mood to sit down and sketch something on paper or make some cool collage. Sometimes I come up with something good for the street, and then I run to kinko’s to blow it up and go paste it on the wall late night or early morning.

SG: What kind of things do you do when you get blocked or find it hard to create something?

KY: I go ride my bicycle or do something else until I get in the right mood. I don’t force myself to do anything.

SG: Where are you currently finding your inspiration?

KY: Through my surroundings and travels, life-changing events, and being in love.

SG: Where has your work been seen?

KY: My work has been seen mostly through my blog and also on the street by my apartment. To be honest, I’m still working on my art and not many people have seen it yet.

SG: Where will it be seen next?

KY: Perhaps Australia.

SG: What is your dream art assignment?

KY: This might sound cheesy, but I just want to travel around the world spreading love and peace.

SG: What is your favorite color?

KY: I love all colors, especially bright colors, like red and green.

SG: Who is your favorite artist? And Why?

KY: I don’t think I have a favorite artist, because there are too many.

SG: What book/magazine are you reading this week?

KY: Lonely Planet to Bali

SG: Ever do a self portrait? Where is it now?

KY: I actually have a self portrait right on my business card.

SG: Where is your favorite place to hang out?

KY: At home, at the beach, in the snowy mountains…on my bicycle.

SG: Any final words of advice?

KY: Life is short, follow your heart, respect your body and soul.

Additional Links:

http://www.spraygraphic.com/karenyung

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Spraygraphic Pic(k) of the Day: Craciunescu Adriana

By Spraygraphic | January 2, 2009

Everyday Spraygraphic will pick from one of its member’s Creative Projects and spotlight the work here on Sprayblog.

Today, this cool image comes from Spraygraphic Member Craciunescu Adriana’s creative project Doar Vantul series.

Topics: International-Art, Photography, Women Art | No Comments »

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BERNARDO VARELA: Motion and New Media Video

By Spraygraphic | January 1, 2009

Reel - Motion Design and New Media Art from bevarela on Vimeo.

Spraygraphic Member: BERNARDO VARELA: Motion and New Media Video

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Fecal Face’s Mike Giant Interview

By Spraygraphic | January 1, 2009

Tattoo/ graffiti/ fix gear/ clothing mogul legend gives a cool interview with Fecal Face

Topics: Artist Interviews, Graffiti-Art | No Comments »

http://www.sprayblog.net/fecal-faces-mike-giant-interview/

Car Alarm Dancers…

By Spraygraphic | January 1, 2009

Here is a nice little collection of car alarm dancers, ravers, and people having fun with an annoyance.

Topics: Dance Performance | No Comments »

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Spraygraphic Pic(k) of the Day: Niko McQuoid

By Spraygraphic | January 1, 2009

Everyday Spraygraphic will pick from one of its member’s Creative Projects and spotlight the work here on Sprayblog.

Today, this cool image comes from Spraygraphic Member Niko McQuoid creative project Just Some Shoite series.

Topics: International-Art, Photography | No Comments »

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Spraygraphic Interview with Artist Scrappers

By Spraygraphic | December 31, 2008

Spraygraphic Interview with Scrappers

SG: Please tell us about yourself?

S: I’m the kind of guy who tips street musicians. The kind of guy who climbs to the roof of buildings at night. Yes I’m the one who farted in the elevator too. Basically I am always trying to remind myself and everyone else around that being alive is the most important activity, so you should enjoy it. I hope my art says that as well.

SG: Where do you currently live and work?

S: I live the good life with my wife Amy and son Camper in Portland, Oregon.

SG: What mediums do you work with?

S: I like to make stuff with words, house paint, ink, rusty things found in the gutter and the computer.

SG: Describe your working process when creating a new work.

S: First I dig up an idea from within. Something solid and true like “dead birds don’t sing” or “everyone wishes they were American Indians” then I look for icons, styles and tools that will help me explain the idea. If you don’t have a good idea, your art is just decoration.

SG: What kind of things do you do when you get blocked or find it hard to create something?

S: I stop. I do something else. I get a job. I go to bed. I read a history book. I do anything it takes to free up the mental block. I do not sit at the painting table or in front of the computer because chances are the answers I need are found in the experience of living, not thinking about living.

SG: Where are you currently finding your inspiration?

S: The Pacific Northwest, Current Native American Issues, Advertising, the Grass Hut Gang , magazines like Theme and Colors. Oh and I totally rely on being taught by people like Jelly.

SG: Where has your work been seen?

S: In coffee shops all over Portland. Also at every Giant Robot location, some art markets in London, Seattle and Don’s Donuts in Arcata California.

SG: Where will it be seen next?

S: All the Giant Robot locations. It wierd once you get in with those folks they invite you do do shows all the time. It’s nice. It’s a community of artists from all over.

SG: What is your dream art assignment?

S: Build a grown up jungle gym out of things found at the junkyard. That or a Pacific Northwestern themed art show in a museum.

SG: What is your favorite color?

S: Brorange (brown/orange)

SG: Who is your favorite artist? And Why?

S: J. Otto Siebold (http:///). He make art into product and product into art. If at any point in his work you want to read into the deeper meaning you can. He’s really political, but without rubbing it in your face. It’s also beautiful, like anything he touches ends up looking better some how. He’s my favorite urban folks artist. He inspires me to do what I do. I also like David Byrne, Bwana Spoons, APAK and the rest of the Grass Hut gang.

SG: What book/magazine are you reading this week?

S: Pueblo Revolt. The history of native American uprising in New Mexico.

SG: Ever do a self portrait? Where is it now?

S: Yeah. It was me pushing a shopping cart at a thrift store. It sold a while back to a stranger.

SG: Where is your favorite place to hang out?

S: Home. In a hammock. In a hot spring. In a library. Under a waterfall.

SG: Any final words of advice?

S: Keep up the good work. Meaning; do only good work for good people.

Additional Links:
Flickr

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