Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery: Scott Lyall
By Spraygraphic | October 9, 2008
Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery: Scott Lyall
Lyall combines drawings, paintings, sculptures and found objects to make sculptural environments in this new commission.
When: Now thru Nov 23, 2008
Where: 231 Queens Quay West Toronto M55 2G8
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Activism: Mark Jenkins & Greenpeace
By Spraygraphic | October 9, 2008
In recent weeks, a growing number of polar bears have been sighted on the streets of Washington, DC. The bears are part of a collaborative art project between Greenpeace and renowned street artist Mark Jenkins. The series of street art installations are designed to highlight the shared plight of polar bears and humans in the face of global warming.
Topics: Animal Art, Earth Friendly Ideas, Political Events, Political-Activists, Sustainable Living | No Comments »
Spraygraphic Pic(k) of the Day: CS Kolstad
By Spraygraphic | October 8, 2008
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 CS Kolstad’s creative project Picture Picture series.
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Spraygraphic Interview with Artist Sean Kelley
By Spraygraphic | October 8, 2008
Spraygraphic Interview with Sean Kelley
SG: Please tell us about yourself?
SK: I was born and raised in Santa Barbara, a hard place to leave.. went college near Seattle, an easier place to leave when you get sick of the constant mist despite the radness of the Northwest. I did a lot of ceramic sculpture in those days then dove head first into graphic design for several years eventually ending up in the Bay Area where I apprenticed for a potter and paid my graphic design dues at a .com before moving to San Diego in 2006. I co-founded an artist collective called Sanctuary143 in 2007 with my wife Stacy and friend Jeff, curating shows around Southern California.
SG: Where do you currently live and work?
SK: Stacy and I live and work in San Diego, but the s143 is nomadic, so our shows may take us to the island of Yap or the fine city of Berlin sometime soon.
SG: What mediums do you work with?
SK: I work with mostly reclaimed materials, the world is my art supply store. Lately I’ve been using a lot of paper, security envelopes, wrappers from mcdonalds, and thrift store gems. I use aerosol a bit, along with conventional acrylics and some other top secret homemade pigments. I find a new source for materials almost every week it seems, from the scrap bins at home despot to the bolts laying in the dirt near the train station. Amazing stuff is everywhere if you open your eyes.
SG: Describe your working process when creating a new work.
SK: I generally jot down a bunch of notes/sketches, do some research cuz i’m a big nerd, start thinking about materials and where I could source them without buying anything, and then force myself to experiment and fail. That’s the hardest part, but it always ends up taking me down a path that wasn’t expected, and that’s generally where something beautiful happens.
SG: What kind of things do you do when you get blocked or find it hard to create something?
SK: I try to put together a list in my head of grunt work that I’ll have to do with some piece, so that if I get stuck on one thing I’ll have something to do with my hands while I work that shit out in my head. Another thing that helps is beer and music.
SG: Where are you currently finding your inspiration?
SK: I get a lot of inspiration from finding materials and experimenting with technique, but from a conceptual standpoint I’ve always done work that comments on sociopolitical stuff that I read or when Stacy or a friend drops some knowledge on my head. Right now I’m working on a response to the “Reinventing the Wheel” concept.. my take is on how industrialized food has guided American’s to Reinventing their SUVs into modern dining rooms. Michael Pollan’s The Omnivore’s Dilemma had a big influence on me.
SG: Where has your work been seen?
SK: Sanctuary143 shows. DIY all the way.
SG: Where will it be seen next?
SK: Reinventing the Wheel: San Diego on 9/27 in Barrio Logan.. the fine people at Miriello Grafico are hosting us in their beautifully renovated warehouse in one of the oldest neighborhoods in SD, home to more murals than any borough of its size in the US. Pretty rad spot!
SG: What is your dream art assignment?
SK: I don’t really dream of having any art assignments. I guess I’m living the dream because I’m assigning stuff to myself. That’s the whole point for me, I suppose.. uncompromising creativity.
SG: What is your favorite color?
SK: Kelley Green. Yes, that’s with an “ey”.
SG: Who is your favorite artist? And Why?
SK: Well, of course I like ISO50, Banksy, TC Cannon (the kids need to know about that guy), Isamu Noguchi, Andy Goldsworthy, Otto Heino, Robert Arneson, Aidan Hughes, Jeff Faeth, Peter McBride, MC Escher and Marcel Duchamp… but my favorite artist is Stacy Kelley, because her work means more to me than anyone else on the planet besides Stacy of course.
SG: What book/magazine are you reading this week?
SK: Finding Mañana by Mirta Ojito - this was recommended to me by Tocayo, who actually came across from Cuba to Florida on this exact boat when he was 3 years old! He’s in the upcoming s143 show too.
SG: Ever do a self portrait? Where is it now?
SK: Yeah in school, but it looks like Bob Dylan probably cuz I was listening to Blonde on Blonde at the time. It’s in my mom’s office of course.. poor mom.
SG: Where is your favorite place to hang out?
SK: The Linkery in North Park… good veggie food and usually somethin nice on tap.
SG: Any final words of advice?
SK: Don’t eat at McDonald’s.
Images and Photo credits
1. & 2. & 3. Swing
Aaron Thompson
http://iheartas.com
4. sustainability foxtrot
Brian Deppe
http://briandeppe.com
5. localism waltz sustainability foxtrot
Brian Deppe
briandeppe.com/
6. convoy
Photo by artist - no need for credit
7. revolution on line a revolution
Photo by artist - no need for credit
8. sanctuary143-headquarters
Brian Deppe
briandeppe.com/
9. the-logan
Miriello Grafico
www.miriellografico.com/
Additional Links:
http://www.sanctuary143.com/the-collective/#sean
http://www.sanctuary143.com/2008/09/reinvent-pt-ii/
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Spraygraphic Pic(k) of the Day: Luke Sizemore
By Spraygraphic | October 7, 2008
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 Luke Sizemore’s creative project Starts with a Kiss series.
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MyToons Partners with QD3 Entertainment for Art Contest
By Spraygraphic | October 7, 2008
MyToons Partners with QD3 Entertainment for Art Contest
Online Animation Community Invites All Artists to Submit Art and Designs for a Chance to Help Brand the Upcoming Movie “Concrete Jungle” – Including Over $10,000 in Prizes to be Awarded
MyToons.com announced its latest art competition, The Concrete Jungle. MyToons has teamed up with Grammy award winner and platinum music and film producer Quincy Jones III to give artists from around the world an opportunity to help brand his upcoming hip-hop and skateboard movie, Concrete Jungle. Artists everywhere are invited to submit original artwork and designs for a chance to have their work incorporated into the movie collateral and marketing materials of this ground-breaking new film. In addition, artists will also have a chance at over $10,000 in cash and prizes.
The MyToons.com Concrete Jungle Contest launches September 11th, 2008. Sp were about a month into it…so get cracking…Submissions will be accepted through November 21st, and winners will be announced on December 3rd, 2008. For complete rules and details, please visit here.
Topics: Art Events, Skateboards and Skater Events | 3 Comments »
Pinakothek der Moderne: George Baselitz
By Spraygraphic | October 7, 2008
George Baselitz: Works on Paper 1964-89…Dry point engravings, wood- and linocuts and etchings as well as drawings are on show.
When: Now thru Nov 16th, 2008
Where: Barer Strasse 29 Munich Germany, 80333
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A Gift to Those who Contemplate the Wonders of Cities and the Marvels of Travelling
By Spraygraphic | October 7, 2008
A Gift to Those who Contemplate the Wonders of Cities and the Marvels of Travelling
Tokyo-based Mio Shirai and London-based Erika Tan show a new film and photographs made during two-month exchanges. Shirai revisited Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Tan observes the social interactions of the people of Yokohama. The exchange was organised by the Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art
When: Now thru Nov. 15th
Where: City Library and Arts Centre, Fawcett Street Sunderland.
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DAN BALDWIN: DEAD INNOCENT
By Spraygraphic | October 7, 2008
DAN BALDWIN: DEAD INNOCENT: Solo show featuring paintings, ceramics, neon sculpture, installation and the new ‘Autumn Girl’ print.
When: EXHIBITION OPEN UNTIL SATURDAY 25TH OCTOBER
Where: FORSTER, 1 Chapel Place, Rivington Street London, EC2A 3DQ
Image: Dan Baldwin, I Don’t Wanna Die, I Don’t Want You To Die, I Wanna Live Forever and Not Get Old (or) The Forest of Doom, 2008, Mixed media on canvas, framed, 103 x 103 cm
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american folk
By Spraygraphic | October 6, 2008
american folk: A collection of work inspired by a cross country pilgrimage by J.Shea
The show is a gathering of nostalgic junk reconfigured & reinterpeded & picked up along the backroads,side streets and alleyways of New Orleans, Austin, Marfa, Bisbee, Tombstone, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Portland.
When: Now through October 26,2008
Where: Art From Scrap gallery, 301 cota street, Santa Barbara,Ca 93103
Topics: Art Galleries, California Art Scene | No Comments »
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