Over the weekend I check out a couple of shows in San Francisco, one of which was Kista Huot’s solo show “Nepenthe” at Gallery 1988. I wanted to see the work in person like I always do, andI had a feeling that Krista’s work looked different in person. Her colors are far more vibrant in real life, and you can really get close to see all of the drybrushing found throughout her work. She also varnishes each painting so photos often wash out the painting, and doesn’t show the gloss that is achieved. Krista was there for the reception, so I was able to talk with her a bit about her work, materials and inspirations. I won’t go too into detail as I will have an interview on the site with Krista in the coming weeks. So hit the more link and see more images, and a little bit of what Krista had to say.
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“Monster Squad” poster by Tyler Stout @ MondoTees
Thanks to omgposters.com for the heads up on this one. Mondotees is releasing a new poster, this time it is “Monster Squad” done by the amazing Tyler Stout. There are two version of the poster, both of which were released at the screening of the movie at the Alamo Drafthouse. The standard version is 24″x”36″ screen print, red w/ metallic inks. Hand numbered. Printed by D&L Screen Printing. Edition of 450 for $40. The variant edition is 24″x”36″ screen print, blue w/ metallic inks. Hand numbered in an edition of 10 for $80. The director of the movie Fred Dekker said that “Tyler Stout’s poster is the best poster ever created for the 80’s classic.” I agree.
Get em here: Monster Squad @ Mondotees
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Dave MacDowell’s “Miseryland” @ Dirty Pilot
Just this Sunday, January 10th Dirty pilot opened “Miseryland” a solo exhibition of works from Dave MacDowell. The show runs until February 10th, so if your in the area make sure to stop by. There is some really amazing new paintings from Dave in show, such as “Hendrix in Miseryland” (shown) and “The Deer Hunter” (shown). Dave’s sense of humor and crazy way of looking at pop culture is always enjoyable to see in any new works that he creates.
Check out the show: Miseryland @ Dirty Pilot
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New “timed release” limited editions by Audrey Kawasaki
Audrey Kawasaki is having another one of the “timed release” print sales, to ensure that all of her fans are able to get prints. So far it has been exceptionally hard to buy a print without having to get it from someone who bought the print, just to make money off the sale. Coming this January 23rd, from 3pm to 4pm Pacific Standard Time, you will be able to buy one of two limited editions. “Yuuwaku” is 15″x19.5″on a 16″x20.5″ on 100% cotton archival fine art paper, and “Hyakki Yakou” is 22″x13″ on a 23″x14″ on 100% cotton archival fine art paper. The prints will be signed on the image area. Both prints are $100 each or $250 framed.
Here is the rest of the info: Time Release Print @ Audrey’s Blog
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Creep Machine now mobile ready
I had contemplated making an iphone app for the Creep Machine. Something that would give users a more streamlined version of the site and be able to view the posts easier. In the end I decided against this, as there are many people who don’t use iphones. So the site is now enabled for the layout to change when being viewed from ‘any’ mobile device. If you happen to view the site through a mobile device, take a look and let me know what you think. If you are on an iphone subscribe to the RSS feed via one of the many feed applications that are available.
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Dark Pop 2.0 @ Last Rites Gallery
Opening this Saturday Night, January 9th at the Last Rites Gallery in New York is the second installment of the Dark Pop group show. The shows will feature artists that don’t necessarily always create dark art but will do so for this show. Some of the artists are mainly “dark” in all of their works, so it should be a good mix of ideas. The artists that will be participating are: Esao Andrews, John Cebollero (Interviewed), Joshua Clay, Molly Crabapple, Amy Crehore, Yoko d’Holbachie, Leslie Ditto, Eric Fortune, GAIA, Stella Im Hultberg, Sarah Joncas (Interviewed), Danni Shinya Luo, David MacDowell, Mike Maxwell, Tara McPherson, Michael Page, Leslie Reppeteaux, Mijn Schatje and more.
Take a look at the preview pics and then make sure you keep on eye on the site for the full show.
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“The Making” print by Brandi Milne @ the new Virtu Art Gallery
During the past month I was given the opportunity to design a new website for the Virtu Art Gallery, formerly known as Excellent Virtu. As you know Virtu Art has been a long time supporter of the Creep Machine so I was more than happy to help out. The site is now up and running, and new limited editions are also being released. The gallery will have some amazing exclusive editions in the comings month, first of which is “The Making” by Brandi Milne. This edition is 20″ x 20″ on canvas, signed and numbered in an edition of 40. Each one is also hand enhanced making each one unique. It’s a beautiful looking piece, and from what I hear these look amazing in person.
Head on over and check out the print and the new website: Brandi Milne @ Virtu Art Gallery
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Chris Sheridan, Jesse Edwards & Jeffrey Taylor @ Flatcolor Gallery
If you happen to be in Seattle tonight is the opening reception of a new group show at the Flatcolor Gallery. Work from Chris Sheridan, Jesse Edwards & Jeffrey Taylor will be on view. The show runs from January 7th until the 30th. The paintings from each of the artists is now online to view. I really like what Chris Sheridan has created. The paintings have that beautiful loose brushy feel to them, and the colors are outstanding. He even has some painted skate decks. I am usually not into those but the imagery and painting style om these decks is worth a look.
Check out the full show: Chris Sheridan, Jesse Edwards & Jeffrey Taylor @ Flatcolor Gallery
