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  • The Photorealistic Art of Kim Sung Jin

    The Photorealistic Art of Kim Sung Jin

    An artist working out of South Korea, Kim Sung Jin graduated from the Hongik University for Fine Art. He works primarily in oils on canvas, and as you can see is a photorealist painter, with a very sensual style. I’ve always enjoyed artists that painted in a photorealistic style, but often the content was not as impressive as the skill level the artist had. This new crop of artists, such as those shown at Thinkspace Galleries “New Realism“, are creating work that is not only technically impressive, but draws you in further with the content. Kim Sung Jin’s art falls perfectly into that description. Every new painting you see while going through the artists gallery bring back that awe of how someone could create an image that looks so real, and he even paints macro-like closeups of the lips and face of the models. After looking at these previews, make sure to check out the artists homepage for a lot more.

    Kim Sung Jin




  • “Liber Novus” print by James Jean

    Usually Mondays are pretty slow when it comes to new prints, art shows, and so on. This Monday however bring a new limited edition print by James Jean. “Liber Novus” was painted for Jean’s show at the Japanese American National Museum, and is now available in a 17″ x 22″ print on Hahnemühle Fine Art Paper & Palladium Leaf. The print is signed and numbered in an edition of 50 for $200 each.

    Get it here: JamesJean.com


  • New prints and originals from Mr. Christopher

    I recently posted some new work created by Mr Christopher, now being shown at Last Rites Gallery in New York. As I stated in that earlier post I am very happy to see that Mr. Christopher is still working on hard on new art, and has even added some of these new works to his new homepage and Etsy shop. His homepage is now filled with a gallery, a blog to keep up with new work and news, and an updated list of exhibitions he has participated in. If you check out his Etsy shop you can find some mini prints, custom painted spray cans like the “12 Ounce Misfits” (shown), and a hand painted, and modified cloth baby doll now called “Drunk Fucking Hipster Doll” (shown last). All of the work and prints are priced very reasonable, so head on over and take a look.

    Mr Christopher Esty Shop


  • Chet Zar’s “Conjoined” @ Copro Gallery

    This past Saturday, January 22nd, the Copro Gallery opened a very exciting show curated by Chet Zar. “Conjoined” is a group show in which the participating artists created works that are 3d in design. Very few shows in this art scene contain 3d works, and a whole show dedicated to them was well overdue. Thanks to Chet for curating such an amazing, and needed exhibition. Some of the participating artists include: Adam Jones, Kris Kuksi, Annie Owens, Attaboy, Kathie Olivas, Brandt Peters, Dave Pressler, Colin Christian, Charles Krafft, Jon Beinart, Neil Winn, Scott Radke, Chantal Menard, Bill Basso, Paul Chatem, Zombienose, Jordu Schell, Meats Meier, Craig Skibs Barker, Scott Hove, Craig LaRotonda, Chris Conte and many more. The gallery is still working on getting the entire show online, but there is quite a lot of work to be seen. I was happy to see some art submitted by Wayne Coyne (Flaming Lips), and Adam Jones (Tool).

    Check out the show: “Conjoined” @ Copro Gallery


  • Dark Pop 3.0 @ Last Rites Gallery

    Last Saturday, January 15th, the Last Rites Gallery in New York opened the 3rd installment of the Dark Pop exhibitions. The artists in these shows focus their work towards the darker side of art, so fans are able to see artists that rarely make dark art create something truly unique. This year the participating artists include Buff Monster, Esao Andrews, Scott Musgrove, Mark Dean Veca, Daniel Hyun Lim, Glenn Barr, the Pizz, Brian Despain, Mr Christopher, Beau Stanton, Molly Crabapple, Michael Page, Mark Elliot, Mark Garro, Gaia, Nouar, Amy Crehore and more. One of the most surprising things about this show is new art from Mr Christopher (featured), who long time readers may remember as a monthly featured artist here on the Creep as well as submitting an amazing painting to the Attack of the B Movie show I curated years ago. I am very happy to see that Mr. Christopher is creating art again. Nouar once again creates a fun, creepy painting. Who else could show a woman biting the head off a chicken, and make it look amazing.

    Check out the full show here: Dark Pop 3 @ Last Rites Gallery


  • New drawings by Johnny Crap

    Jonathan Bergeron has added some new original drawings to his online shop. Some of the stuff I have posted earlier in the month is still available, and with the cheap prices i’m pretty shocked. I am always amazed by Johnny’s linework in his ink drawings, the hatching is outstanding. Just take a look at “The Reader” (third shown), and you can see how perfect he can get these ink drawings. “Weird Stinky Orc” (shown first) has to be one of the coolest titles for a drawing I have ever heard.

    Check em out: Johnny Crap Online Shop


  • “Cthulhu” print by Godmachine

    There nothing like a good piece of art inspired by the creations of H.P. Lovecraft, it’s even better if that work of art happens to be a print made by Godmachine, “Cthulhu” is a 18″ x24″ 4 color screen-print on white paper, signed and numbered in an edition of 50 for $32 each. The prints are shipped in a sturdy tube, and even come with a free sticker.

    Get it here: Godmachine Shop

  • “It Ain’t Easy Playing Dumb” print by Mr. Frivolous

    Mr Frivolous has just released a new print. “It Ain’t Easy Playing Dumb” is 10.4″ x 13.8″ on Hahnemuhle Photorag, signed and numbered in an edition of 50. I love the line “Every Artist Should be Entitled to 100 Shirt Drawings Per Month”.

    Get it here: Mr Frivolous Store