October 8, 2009

USUGROW x SECRETBASE The Rebel Ink Premium Silver Chrome

US-based Japanese artist USUGROW and Japanese toy-brand SECRETBASE are releasing another version of USUGROW's iconic "The Rebel Ink" figure. This latest version features a shiny silver chrome finish with black print. The use of the black on silver provides a nice contrast and allows USUGROW's artwork to really show through. ... more

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August 11, 2009

Hypebeast x Upper Playground x Usugrow Shinganist Twitter Contest

Upper Playground is excited to announce a partnership with Japanese artist, Usugrow, in the creation of a new line called Shinganist. Derived from the Japanese word “Shingan,” (meaning mind’s eye), “the line represents those people who create by seeing things in their mind’s eye, and are not bothered or ... more

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July 13, 2009

Celeritas Exhibition @ SURU LA

This past weekend, SURU LA launched its latest art show titled Celeritas. Unconventional canvases in the form of motorcycle related equipment such as a 2009 Suzuki Hayabusa would serve as the source of inspiration for a high-powered line-up of artists which included Alex Pardee, Barry McGee, Darren Romanelli, Estevan Oriol, ... more

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July 3, 2009

Usugrow | Shinganist Book Release & Group Show London

Master Japanese artist Usugrow continues his Shinganist showcase with an upcoming book release and group show at the Stolen Space Gallery in London. In addition to works from Usugrow, the show will feature Mozyskey, Toshikazu Nozaka, Bene, and Jun Kaneko. Shinganist opens on July 23rd, running through August 9th, 2009. Stolen ... more

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May 25, 2009

USUGROW x SECRETBASE The Rebel Ink Armth Exclusive

Spanning several generations of colors, decorated illustrator USUGROW teamed up with SECRETBASE awhile back to create "The Rebel Ink" character seen here. Taking on a black/gold demeanor in its latest incarnation, the figure characterizes USUGROW's trademark style through script and form. SECRETBASE is tattoo'd on the abdomen with another USUGROW ... more

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May 14, 2009

Usugrow & Saber x Upper Playground Collections

As part of their May 2009 releases, Upper Playground looks towards two legendary artists in Usugrow and Saber for a special collection featuring their respective styles. The Usugrow lineup consists of a t-shirt, zip-down hoody and New Era fitted cap, while the Saber selections are featured in a t-shirt format ... more

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May 7, 2009

SHINGANIST | A Group Show Curated by Usugrow

In anticipation of his imminent clothing line release with Upper Playground on August 1st, and in celebration of his new book "Shiganist," Usugrow has rallied the bookís contributors to action. Together, these five artists are taking over the walls of the FIFTY24SF Gallery and tearing down the house. True to ... more

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February 18, 2009

Usugrow x Vans 2009 Spring/Summer Collection

The dark illustrated style of Japanese artist USUGROW alongside Vans will culminate in a three-sneaker release next month. In a pack that features the SK-8 HI, AV Low and Half-Cab, the pack embodies many of USUGROW's iconic traits. The sole use of black comes to the forefront with little contrast ... more

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February 4, 2009

Usugrow & Michael Sieben x Upper Playground New Era 59Fifty Caps

Upper Playground introduces two new designs, the Sword and Dear Deer, for their February drops. Designed by Japanese artist Usugrow, the Sword design features a felt appliqué alongside front and back embroidery reflective of the artist's strong use of black and whites. Their Dear Deer design showcases the art of ... more

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January 9, 2009

Usugrow x Vans Pack – AV SK8 Low, SK8 Hi, Half Cab

Japanese artist USUGROW's often dark illustrated style has enjoyed a great deal of success. Expanding over multiple platforms, he reunites with Vans a new pack of sneakers. His penchant for black and white can be seen over his footwear designs while additional apparel bears his signature illustrative skull and flower ... more

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