August 6, 2009

Kehinde Wiley “Black Light” Exhibition

With a unique style and aesthetic, Kehinde Wiley has become well-known for his stunning paintings. Placing personalities in unfamiliar and unconventional settings, this ultimately creates a great juxtaposition in his work. An upcoming show at the Deitch Projects titled Black Light will take place in early September with more information ... more

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April 5, 2009

Kehinde Wiley “The World Stage: Brazil” @ Roberts & Tilton Recap

Artist Kehinde Wiley's exhibition “The World Stage: Brazil” opened last night at the Roberts & Tilton in the Culver City Art District. According to Arrested Motion, This show focused on the third segment of his “World Stage” project where Wiley immerses himself in the culture of a country by taking residence ... more

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April 2, 2009

Kehinde Wiley “World Stage: Brazil” Exhibition Preview

The realistic and comparative styles of artist Kehinde Wiley will see itself presented in Los Angeles this Saturday. The "World Stage" show focuses on residents of Rio de Janerio in Brazil. Away from any glitz and glamour, Willey appropriates the residents in an interesting light as the personalities are seen ... more

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November 3, 2008

Kehinde Wiley “Down” Exhibition Recap

Characterized by his contemporary presentations of African American men in unfamiliar scenarios including "fallen warriors, saints, and classical mythology", Kehinde Wiley recently began his third solo show at SoHo's Deitch Projects. Seven young men from Brooklyn each posed for a series of paintings as you see a strong juxtaposition of ... more

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July 26, 2008

Kehinde Wiley | The World Stage: Africa, Lagos-Dakar

Based out of New York, Kehinde Wiley, possesses a strong and imaginative artistic talent. Best known for his unique approach, Wiley refers much of his style back to 17th-19th century Western art. Combining a representation of African American culture, many of his paintings place modern subjects into a time warp, ... more

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December 23, 2007

Kehinde Wiley | Jeff Koons x Target Artist Series Beach Towels

I'm about to have a field day. Nation-wide Target took a page out of the How to Streetwear guide to produce their own line of limited edition beach towels with Jeff Koons and Kehinde Wiley. Jeff Koons previously designed a series of decks for Supreme, effectively making these beach towels ... more

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