Dirty Pilot just released a new print by Dave MacDowell. “”I get high with a little help from Vermeer” was first shown at the “Idol Hours” group show that took place last November at the London Miles Gallery. The print is 8.5″ x 12″, signed, stamped, and numbered in an edition of 90.
Get em here: Dirtypilot.com
Originally from Scotland, Liam Barr emigrated with his family to New Zealand when he was very young; he now lives and works in Wellington. He works primarily with oils, and states his paintings “reinterpret and imbue the romantic essence of the historical context in a contemporary fashion, offering an altogether alternative view. Looking at his paintings you can see that he has a very tight style, with the figures being distorted to a certain degree. I would love to see these up close. He has an upcoming show soon at the John Leech Gallery, however it looks like all of the work from the show is available to view on his website. Liam also has quite a large amount of limited edition prints available, so check those out while your there.
I would like to introduce a new sponsor for the Creep Machine, Toy Art Gallery. Located in Los Angeles California, Toy Art Gallery is “is the first gallery of its kind to showcase and consult on high-end art toys and sculptures.” The online store is filled with collectibles and sculptures from such artists as Ron English, Ashley Wood, Mark Ryden, GERMS, Kaws, and many more. The gallery also has exhibitions featuring custom made collectibles, coming soon is Mark Nagata’s Alien Argus Group Show. So head on over to the gallery and check out what they have to offer.
Valentine’s Day is one of those days you either love or hate, or love the idea of it but it still makes it on your worst days of the year list. Either way, we hope you have a good day, even if its just hanging out with friends or family. Chris B Murray sent over this Valentines Day illustration he created, and while you might not like this holiday, at least you can enjoy some great artwork.
Gallery 1988 in Venice opened a new group show this past Friday, February 11th. “The Road to Shermer: A Tribute to John Hughes” features original art and prints from an impressive list of artists, and will be run until March 4th. All of your favorite John Hughes movies have been reinterpreted by such artists as Aaron Jasinski, Audrey Pongracz, Augie Pagan, Ben Walker, Brandon Sopinsky, Chris Tezber, Dave MacDowell, Israel Sanchez, Jesse Riggle, Kelly Vivanco, Kevin Tong, Munk One, N.C. Winters, Nicole Guice, Rich Pellegrino, and many more. I’m not the biggest fan of theme shows like this, but this is a good one. There is so much material to work from when it comes to Hughes’ movies, and these artists did a killer job. I really like what Aaron Jasinski, Rich Pellegrino, N.C. Winters, and of course Dave MacDowell who has been using Hughes and inspiration for years. The prints also look great, Derek Deal created an amazing Planes, Trains, and Automobiles print.
On February 5th, Rivet Art in Columbus, OH opened a duo show entitled “Broken Hearts and Party Hats”. The show features work by Jeffrey Richter and Columbus native, Gunnar. The paintings by Gunnar are good, but it was hard to pay attention to them with the work of Jeffrey Richter right above. I like the classical and industrial blend he has to his work. Each of his drawings are created with black and white charcoal on colored paper (Mi Tientes?), and then placed in an antique frame. It’s a great show, and you may like Gunnar’s work more than I did, so check out the full show after the preview.
Opening tonight, February 12th, in Los Angeles at Clifton’s Brookdale is a group show dedicated to David Lynch’s cult television series “Twin Peaks”. The show will feature work by Glenn Barr, Tim Biskup, Scott Campbell, Paul Chatem, Ryan Heshka, Stella Im Hultberg, Ashley Wood, Jessica Joslin, Chris Mars, Liz McGrath, Eric White, and more. Clifton’s Brookdale is a very unique restaurant, however the artwork for the show has been placed online so those of us that aren’t able to make it to the show, and grab some food, will be able to check of some of this outstanding work. I really like what Stella Im Hultberg came up with, the contrast and colors are perfect.
Check out the full show and details here: Twin Peaks
Luke Kopycinksi (featured) has just finished a new painting that I wanted to share. This painting is entitled “Whimsical Cloud”, and is oil on canvas if I am guessing the surface correctly. Luke added a couple of process shots to his Facebook page while he completed this painting. It’s great to be able to see how artists build up an image, especially when they are so detailed and intense as the work Luke creates. The second image is the first process show he posted.
