The Desktop Wallpaper Project is a new artistic initiative by Kitsune Noir as the site sources out some of their favorite artists and designers. The end result is a fascinating and rarely boring series of images catering to your desktop. The project will be updated every Wednesday morning with the first three coming way of Tim Biskup, McBess and IMAKETHINGS. The wallpapers are created in various popular formats including iPhone and PSP. Check The Desktop Wallpaper Project out here.
Steve Powers commonly known around other circles as ESPO has released an all new Handy Signs print. The 24 x 30 in print will cost you $250, but offers fans reasonable means of attaining a piece of art from one of the living legends. The print is available for pre-order and will commence shipping on March 17th. Available through Handy Signs.
As a photographer, Shawn Mortensen’s talents and skills have resulted in him becoming a powerful force in the photography community. His work includes fashion and music as well as provocative and touching photo essays spanning the globe. The official opening party taking place tonight includes a series of never before available photographs for sale including personalities such as Tupac, Biggie, Snoop, James Brown, Sonic Youth and the Beastie Boys among others. Other highlights include a special bound ‘zine documenting Mortensen’s work since 2001 and recently found deadstock prints of a collaborative effort with Shepard Fairey. The exhibition will take place tonight at the Max Fish Gallery in New York.
Shawn Mortensen Out of Mind Exhibition
Thursday, March 6th
7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Max Fish Gallery
178 Ludlow Street {half block south of Houston St}
Lower East Side
New York City, NY 10002
Despite being displaced from New Orleans by the devastating Hurricane Katrina a few years ago, artist Jeffrey St. Romain returned to form Structure Skateboards, bringing forth his own detailed and realistic style of art. Having said that, Structure NOLA is another facet of the skate/art world that St. Romain has explored. The New Orleans inspired decks are suitable only as wall-art which seems like a consistent trend these days. Available directly though Structure NOLA.
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As Upper Playground endorsed artists, Saber & David Choe touched down in the UK late last month, the two are each showing their works at respective locations. David Choe’s Murderous Heart exhibition opened up at the Lazarides Gallery in Newcastle. The sketches cover some interesting and provocative material which combined some refined looks mixed with some rudimentary styles.
David Choe @ Lazarides Gallery
Number 8 Greek Street
Soho, London
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As previously mentioned, the famous photographer Terry Richardson will have a new exhibition at the Paris boutique, Colette, in conjunction with Supreme and Kermit the Frog. Every season, Supreme surprises us with the people (or in this case, a Muppet) they work with including boxer Mike Tyson or pornstar Tera Patrick from previous seasons. This time around, Kermit the frog will be the face of Supreme with Kermit t-shirts and skate decks being released. If you’re in town, make sure to drop by Colette to check out this exhibition, if not, just check out these pictures.
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As artist drawing inspiration from an eclectic mix of cultural bits, Phil Frost’s simple beginnings on city walls would soon pan out into something vast and much more encompassing as he brings forth his iconic tribalistic style. The self-titled book Phil Frost is co-authored by Frost himself as well as artist Pushead and journalist Carlo McCormick, creates a one stop guide to Frost’s work beginning in the early 90s. Available for sale through Amazon.
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New month, new Juxtapoz for the newsstands. Art and culture lovers will get their fix this month with a custom cover by Dutch artist Parra. Flip through the pages to find features with Cody Hudson, Robert Standish, Anne F Nicholls the Vans artist, David Choong Lee and French artist Space Invader. Two covers are available, with a special exclusive version heading to the mailboxes of subscribers.
Among the world’s leading art initiatives, Upper Playground will take London by storm in the month of March. Two resident UP artist associates David Choe and Saber will each be displaying their respective works at different venues. David Choe will see his work hanging on the walls of Lazarides Gallery in London/Newcastle while Saber is set for a day of in-store painting at Upper Playground London, whilst also displaying at a local spot nearby. The list of address for each respective location can be seen after the jump.
Saber @ Upper Playground London
31 Kingly Street
London, England
Saber Exhibition
February 29-March 5
63 Broadwick
London, England
David Choe @ Lazarides Gallery
Number 8 Greek Street
Soho, London
From humble beginnings, Japanese artist Usugrow has created a real name for himself. From initial partnerships in his infancy with The Hundreds to successful showings with names like Mike Giant, his recent book Love Hate From Jp offers a perspective on his favorite personal works. The 96 page book includes inspirations from tattoos, skating and calligraphy. The FIFTY24SF published book is available for sale here.
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A communication agency made famous around these circles due to their ongoing affiliation with Nike, Wieden + Kennedy’s design prowess can be seen through their work with another societal juggernaut in soft drink makers Coca-Cola. A good showcase of some of the world’s leading creative talents in an every day medium, showing that being at the top of the game never means staying stagnant.
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As a mentor and successful artist in his own right, Mark Dean Veca has established himself through his innovative and psychedelic works. His work often exercises a fantastical and liberal aesthetic as he brings a contemporary edge to classic styles. BKRW recently covered a part of his portfolio in extensive detail to give a good visual representation for his popularity and success.
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