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  • Support Artists with Black Friday Sales 2018

    Support Artists with Black Friday Sales 2018

    Black Friday is here and so is our annual independent art sales list. Instead of dealing with a mob of crazy people, or giving money to huge faceless corporations, support an independent artists and get something truly unique. Make a true difference in someone’s life and help to fill your life with creativity.

    Here is a selection of artists and art shops that are offering deals this Black Friday. Be awesome, spread the word.

    The Beinart Gallery is offering 20% off everything with free shipping using the code BEINART20 in their online store.

    David Stoupakis will have some new small works available at 2pm EST in online shop.

    Ransom & Mitchell have 40% off all prints & encaustics + free shipping in their online shop.
    – a portion of the proceeds go to SF SPCA to help animals affected by NORCAL Fires.

    Danger Stranger is having an anti-sale, nothing off but 15% off all sales go to a local homeless shelter. Very cool. Grab some shirts, pins, patches, stickers, and prints here.

    Dave Correia has free shipping on orders over $45 in his online shop.

    Christoper Lovell has a deal where you get 3 signed prints for the price of 2 using the code ‘LOVELL342’ at his online shop.

    Jack of the Dust has some Black Friday exclusive skulls available here.

    Paul Booth has 10% off entire order using “pitchblack” till Dec 2nd in his online shop.

    Nikko Hurtado has a new print available in his online shop.

    Godmachine has 1 print for 40. 2 prints for 70. 3 prints for 90. Enter code DCONDOUBLE for 2 & Enter code DCONTRIPLE for 3 here.

    Gris Grimly has 20-40% off using the code ‘FEARBLACKFRIDAY’ in his online store.

    Maxx Sterling has 40% off entire order, including mini-sketch commissions using code ‘BLACK’ here.

    Matt Dangler is having a sale on original paintings in his Etsy shop.

    Jim McKenzie has 10% off everything using ‘THANKS10’ in his online shop.

    Medusa Dollmaker has 15% off in her Etsy shop.

    Sam Araya has 20% off prints, originals, and sketches in his Etsy shop.

    John John Jesse has discounts on prints and originals here.

    Spacewolf has 20% off everything using ‘DARKNESS’ in their online shop.

    Terry Wolfinger has 30% off entire order using ‘FULLMOON’ in his online shop.

    Dino Nemec has 60% off all prints using ‘THANKS’ and a chance to win a free tattoo here.

    Ashly Lovett has a bunch of discounts in her online shop.

    Lizz Lopez has a sale on her very limited GIFT zine here.

    Sam Guay has 20% prints & wearables using ‘BLACK20’ here.

    Bob Dob released three new prints in his online shop.

    Victor Grasso has 15% off all limited edition prints using DOWN15 here.

    Suspirialand has some goodies on sale in her shop here.

    Matt Kerley has 20% off everything using the code ‘BLACKFRIDAY’ in his online shop.

    Loved to Death has 20% off crystals & jewelry, and 40% off art using code ‘SKINNYSANTA’ here.

    Eugen Poe (Dead Inside Graphics) has 30% off everything using the code ‘BFSALE18’ here.

    Kurtis Rykovich has 25% off all prints, and 15% off all merch here.

    Andrei Bouzikov is having a sale in his online shop.

    Tom Haubrick has free shipping on all orders and 15% off merch using ‘BF2018″ here.

    Lori Earley has a small on all prints starting money Nov 26th – 28th here.

    Sandi Calistro has 20% off entire order using ‘BLACKFRIDAY18’ here.

    Steven Russell Black has 20% off using ‘BLACKFRIDAY’ till Nov 25th here.

    Steven Luros Holliday has 40% off entire order using ‘THANKS’ in his online shop.

    Justin Hager has 30% off his entire shop using ‘HOLIDAY’ at checkout here.

    8-Bit Zombie has marked everything to $10 or under and every purchase includes free pin or patch. Get it here.

    Rabbit Eye Movement has 30% off all clothing, accessories, and books using ‘BLACK18’ here.

    Tittybats has 40% off everything, one day only here.

    Rose Freymuth-Frazier has 10% off limited edition prints using RFFPRINTS10 at her Etsy shop.

    Gustavo Rimada is having 20-50% off all prints here.

    Ramon Maiden has 20% off using the code BLACKMAIDEN in his Etsy shop.

    Scott Rohlfs has 25% off everything (including sale items) using ‘BLACKFRIDAY’ here.

    Marcela Bolivar has free shipping on orders over 45USD here/

    Bill Crisafi has 20% off using ‘GRYLA’ in his online shop.

    Poison Apple Printshop has 20% off using the code ‘NIGHTSHADE’ during checkout here.

    Creepy Company has a sale in their online store.

    Seance Tattoo Parlor is having 30% off entire store using ‘BLKFRI’ here.

    Statix has 15,20 & 25% select products here.

    This is a Limited Edition has 25% off site wide using the code HAPPYHOLIDAY till Dec 4th here.

    Cotton Candy Machine has 15% off everything and a free signed lithograph using the code PRINTSGIVING here.

  • Gruss vom Krampus 2014

    Gruss vom Krampus 2014

    In the past few years I have seen the Krampus gain popularity here in the US. For those not familiar with this story, the Krampus is based in Alpine Folklore and is a companion to Saint Nicholas. While most of the kids in the US grew up with stories of getting a lump of coal and no presents if you had been bad that year, Austrian children would be warned that the Krampus would come and punish them, or even kidnap them if they had been bad. The hairy, horned, hoofed, and long-tongued figure, is perfect for inspiring new works of art. There have been a few books, and even art shows throughout the years with artists creating their own versions of the Krampus. If you would like to learn more, check out Krampus.com

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  • Preview: Suggestivism NYC @ Bold Hype Gallery

    Opening this week, May 10th, is a group show curated by Nathan Spoor entitled Suggestivism NYC. This new show will feature over 40 of the most exciting, intriguing, and talented artists in the contemporary art scene such as: Chris Mars, Skinner, Chet Zar, Dan May, Nathan Ota, Jeff McMillan, Rod Luff, Sas Christian, Colin Christian, Joe Vaux, Bob Schneider, Mia, Naoto Hattori, Bob Dob, Tom Bagshaw, Jason Maloney, David Molesky, Darren LeGallo, Michael Page, Kevin Peterson, Thomas Doyle, Sandow Birk, Heidi Taillefer, Yevgeniya Mikhailik, Brendan Monroe, Annie Owens, Eric Althin, Jason Limon, Joey Remmers, Chandler Wood, Martin Wittfooth, Eric Richardson, Francesco LoCastro, Nathan Spoor, Kathie Olivas, Brandt Peters, Scott Scheidly, NC Winters, Christian Van Minnen, Winnie Truong, Julian Callos, Heiko Müller, and Marco Mazzoni.

    According to Spoor, Suggestivism “does not center around claiming a title for giving any movement a name, but for introducing a common creative thread amongst several disparate and unique voices within the modern art world.” Richard Chang once stated that Suggestivism has its roots in 19th century artist such as James McNeill Whistler, Georges Seurat and Arthur B. Davies. The show will run until June 30th, so if your in the area, make sure to stop by.

    Bold Hype Gallery




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  • The New Thumbtack Press

    Back when I was writing a weekly article for SFWeekly about prints, one of the shops that I featured quite often was Thumbtack Press. They had a good selection and great prices. The site dropped off for a while but is now back, with new ownership, a new design, and more artists. The new site looks amazing, and most importantly is easy to move around. You can easily look at the recent print releases, or check out the full gallery from a specific artist. There is also a good amount of variety, from artists like Bob Dob and Ken Keirns, to Peter Diamond, Casey Weldon, Heiko Mueller, Candykiller and more. With each print you have the option of choosing stretched canvas, framed print, or just the print alone, and each print has a choice of different sizes. Another great feature is the “virtual room”, so you can choose a size and see how it will relate a room and the article inside. Gives you a good idea of the size of the print and if you might want one a little bigger.

    Take some time and check out what they have to offer: Thumbtack Press


  • Preview: La Luz de Jesus 25

    La Luz de Jesus is turning 25 soon, and to celebrate the galleries is having a massive group show, featuring three generations of artists that have shown with the gallery. Not only have more than 200 artists submitted a work of art, but also a small anecdote about their experience with the gallery. There is no doubt that La Luz de Jesus has been a major force in this art scene, and has helped to push many artists into the spotlight. Along with the exhibition a book will be released, going over the past 25 years of the gallery and the surrounding art movements that helped it along. I know I say this quite a lot, but this is one of those shows that you should not miss. I firmly believe that all art should be seen in person, but how often do you get to see so many amazing artists in one show? Robert Williams, Joe Coleman, Mark Ryden, Glenn Barr, Elizabeth McGrath, Gary Panter, Mark Mothersbaugh, Marion Peck, Owen Smith, Frank Kozik, Gail Potocki, Dave Cooper, Daniel Martin Diaz, Laurie Lipton, Shag, Scott Musgrove, Gary Baseman, Tim Biskup, Joe Sorren, Chris Mars, Eric White, The Pizz, Jessica Joslin, Gary Baseman, Bob Dob, Clayton Brothers, Shepard Fairey, Jennybird Alcantra, Carrie Anne Baade, Ana Bagayan, Shawn Barber, Scott G Brooks, Matt Groening, Charlie Immer, Michael Hussar, and the list keeps going.
    The show will be in two parts, with the first part opening on October 7th, and the second part opening November 4th. The entire show with all of the works from both parts is now online to view, so head on over after to preview and take a look. There is some outstanding work in this show. Below are just a few of my favorites.

    La Luz de Jesus 25


  • Preview: “INLE” group show curated by Greg ‘Craola’ Simkins @ Gallery 1988

    Opening March 11th at Gallery 1988 in Los Angeles is a group show curated by artist Greg ‘Craola’ Simkins. The show entitled “INLE”, will feature over 100 artists drawing inspiration from Richard Adams’ award winning book, WaterShip Down, and more specifically the Black Rabbit of Inlé. The list of participating artists is nothing short of breathtaking and will include work by: Aaron Jasinksi, Alex Garcia, Alex Pardee, Amy Sol, Anthony Ausgang, Annie Owens, Attaboy, Audrey Kawasaki, Bob Dob, Brandi Milne, Brain Despain, Buff Monster, Camilla d’Errico, Carrie Anne Baade, Charles Wish, Chet Zar Chris Ryniak, Christian Rex Van Minnen, DabsMyla, Dan May, Dan Quintana, Daniel Danger, David Choong Lee, Eric White, Jason Limon, Fred Harper, Gris Grimley, Jon Beinart, Steven Daily, Jeff McMIllan, Johnny “KMNDZ” Rodriguez, Joshua Clay, Joshua Keyes, Kevin Peterson, Kris Lewis, Logan Hicks, Luke Chueh, Mark Bodnar, Martin Wittfooth, Matthew Bone, Meggs, Michael Page, Mike Mitchell, Molly Crabapple, Naoto Hattori, N8 Van Dyke, Nome Edonna, Roland Tamayo, Ron English, Sas Christian, Skinner, Skot Olsen, Tara McPherson, Jason D’Aquino, Jason Maloney, JAW Cooper, Jeff Soto, Jeremy Fish, Joe Ledbetter, Joe Vaux, Travis Louie, Yosuke Ueno, and many more, if you aren’t already blown away.
    Skinner also created a timelapse video showing the creation if his INLE painting, and also giving fans a look into his working process. Check it out Here. The Gallery 1988 blog has an interview with Craola that gives an in depth look at the inspiration and inner workings of this show, check it out Here. Take a look at some of the preview images, and then keep your eyes peeled for the full show.




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  • “Idol Hours” @ London Miles Gallery

    On November 13th, the London Miles Gallery opened a group show entitled “The Idol Hours”, which is a reflective study of great historical master paintings by new contemporary artists. The show features work by some amazing artists such as Dave MacDowell, Stella Im Hultberg, Tom Bagshaw, Matthew Bone, Travis Lampe, Zoe Lacchei, Bob Dob, Carrie Ann Baade, Carles Gomila, Nom Kinnear King, Chris B Murray, Ken Keirns, and many more. I was very excited, being an art history geek, to hear of this exhibition and see what some of these artists would come up with when taking classical works for inspiration. Ken Keirns did an outstanding re-interpretaion of Da Vinci’s “Lady with an Ermine”, and even Dave MacDowell chose to reimagibe Da Vinci’s work. Tom Bagshaw, Chris Murray, and Carrie Ann Baade made some stand-out paintings. I loved looking through the works and attaching them to the classical pieces the artists worked from. I do feel that Joe Ledbetter could have created something so much better, instead of painting a small area on a print. of the original work.

    Check out the full show: Idol Hours @ London Miles Gallery


  • “Weirdo Noir” book by Matt Dukes Jordan

    “Weirdo Noir” book by Matt Dukes Jordan

    The author of the book “Weirdo Deluxe”, is back with a new book talking the gothic and dark art scene. The book is 9″ x 9″, 192 pages and features work from more than 20 artists such as Attaboy, Ana Bagayan, Glenn Barr, Jonathan Bergeron, Ray Ceasar, Jason d’Aquino, Bob Dob, Alex Gross, Sarah Joncas, Annette Hassell, Fred Harper, Dan Kennedy, Laurie Lipton, Travis Louie, Tara McPherson, Skot Olsen, Nathan Ota, Annie Owens, Anthony Pontius, Isabel Samaras, Shag, Dani Tull, Brian Viveros, and Edward Walton Wilcox.
    I enjoyed Weirdo Deluxe quite a bit, and this book seems like a good followup. I’m not sure if I agree about the “noir”, or as stated in the description “artists who have embraced the dark side, employing gothic themes in their art.” There are a few artists in that list that have dark works for sure, but maybe I just have a different definition of “dark and gothic”.

    Get it here: Chronicle Books, or cheaper at Amazon