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Long time friend of Neu Black Souther Salazar did an interview as part of hos involvement in Scion’s Installation 5 tour. Maybe it’s just modesty, but one thing Souther neglects to mention is that he literally almost never stops drawing which probably has a lot to do with being really talented.
Director Edouard Salier depicts a moment in time, in the eerily dark video for Splitting the Atom. This newest single for Massive Attack is almost melancholy, and appropriately Salier’s geometric treatment and detailed monotone landscapes lend to the song’s strolling pace. More than just eye candy, this post heavy piece is among Saleir’s best.
Yet another masterpiece of visual stimulation by Mr. Michel Gondry. Adding a blast of color to some of the most drab locations in Los Angeles, Gondry pulls some of his signature moves emphasizing choreography and, of course, color. No fancy editing or layering just the Riverside Community College marching band and Mia Doi Todd in East L.A. You can see both Todd and Gondry, as her drummer, perform live each Tuesday in February at Spaceland.
This month Puma will ship out the latest installment in the Puma by Miharaya Yasuhiro legacy, the MY-1. Commemorating their ten year anniversary with this viral video, Japanese artist Pelaqoon introduces Pumaneko, a cute chameleon like creature who takes to the city encountering high points of Japanese culture.
The highly anticipated MY-1 Reborn 10th Anniversary Edition is being released in limited availability. These throwback reintroductions mimic the initial Fall/Winter 2000 release, which quickly became coveted in sneaker circles.
Long time friend of Neu Black Cleon Peterson teamed up with his Studio One counterparts Casey Ryder and, of course, Shepard Fairey to create this Relief for Haiti print. Through Artists for Peace and Justice proceeds will benefit the relief effort in Haiti. These signed and numbered prints will begin selling here February 6th for $50 each.
Color and juxtaposition are often at play with Canadian photographer Coco Amardeil. She continually explores our preconceptions and stereotypes in a culture clash of dimension and hue. Now based in Paris, Coco split her upbringing between London, Montreal and Sao Paulo. This multi-cultural perspective is evident in her vast body of work including pieces for Milk, Nokia, and Rolling Stone.
This lamp in orange strikes a nice balance between a lamp which slips into a setting and one which is more of a focal point. Livable modern. Comes in orange or lime colors but in our opinion, the orange is the only way to go. Oval ceramic base with high gloss finish. Rectangular, soft ivory dupioni silk shade. Brass finial with a bronze finish. Three-way switch. 150W max. Measures 18″Wx9.5″Dx28″H. You can pick it up here for $179.
The inaugural Art Los Angeles Contemporary is being held this weekend at the Pacific Design Center in West Hollywood. The fair presents 55 top international blue chip and emerging galleries from around the world, with a strong focus on Los Angeles galleries.
In addition, the fair hosts a comprehensive programming series, including world class artist talks, panel discussions and an artist film screening series all on site at the Pacific Design Center.
OPENING NIGHT RECEPTION:
Thurs, Jan. 28th 8:30–10:30pm ($30 admission)
Pacific Design Center
8687 Melrose Ave in West Hollywood
The fair runs through Sun, Jan. 31st – check site for hours/details:
http://artlosangelesfair.com/
Purchase tickets for the opening night reception here:
http://artlosangelesfair.com/opening-night-tickets
Beloved late-night host Conan O’Brien called it quits Friday after a tumultuous legal battle with NBC. An agreement was reached late Thursday just one day prior to the final episode of The Tonight Show with Conan O’Brien. Much of the media coverage surrounding Conan’s departure questions the loyalty of his fan base. While fans came out in droves to support Conan in his last weeks, his ratings floundered when compared to those of his predecessor.
What has not been addressed was the clear absence of Conan’s most popular material after assuming The Tonight Show. Some of the more risque characters like the Masturbating Bear and Triumph the Insult Comic Dog were scarcely aired if not scrapped completely. It was precisely this type of humor that attracted millions of young viewers in key demographics and ultimately landed Conan the Tonight Show gig. As loyal viewers realized that the show had been tamed, (apparently in an effort to attract an older audience) they retreated. When it became obvious to Conan and his staff that the show would end, they opened the flood gates bringing back classic sketches and some of the most offensive characters in an effort to push NBC to its tipping point. And fans responded by tuning in to see some of their favorites one last time.
The very last Tonight Show with Conan O’Brien featured Tom Hanks, Neil Young and concluded with Will Farrell paying homage to the great Lynyrd Skynyrd in a star studded rendition of Free Bird. Farrell in prime form showed a little PDA with his wife, a very pregnant, Viveca Paulin. Ben Harper, Beck, Max Weinberg, La Bamba, ZZ Top’s Billy Gibbons and others from the Tonight Show band joined Conan on guitar in one of the most joyous farewell bids in television history.
Cell phones are great for snapping pictures and getting them out to the world quickly and easily. The problem is that unless you’re three feet away from you’re subject, you can’t make out any details. Such is the case at events with large crowds of media racing to get the first shot. This telephoto lens attaches to you’re cell phone and will have you uploading photos and youtube videos in seconds. Coated optical lens for magnifying objects up to 8 times; clear focus; adjustable clamp for fitting most phones. Imported. Adjusts from approx 1.5″w to 2.75″w. Pick it up here for $30.
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