Entering the Void
...containing a nice accumulation of image dust - represents a contemporary
take on this time - space - art continuum that we find ourselves taken by.
Streets Is Watching
Momma Said Knock You Out
At first it looks like another one of your favorite image blogs
but then the theme hits you...and just like that you're hooked.
Dexter Sinister
Printed Matter
Adjust your thinking for the future...hit up Dexter Sinister for publications you may
not find anywhere else. "Take the pillow from your head and put a book in it" - KRS
There Is Xerox On The Inside Of Your Eyelids
July 24 – September 4, 2010
Opening Reception:
Saturday, July 24, 6-10pm
Opening Reception:
Saturday, July 24, 6-10pm
There Is Xerox On The Inside Of Your Eyelids is an exhibition exploring the realm of
1980's self-published skate zines, skate punk music graphics, and photocopied art from
a small window of time - where local skate scenes, and spots, were documented, hand
done, copied & stapled, and traded in the post. It is not only an exhibition of the aesthetics
and graphic elements of zines, but also a historical look at the true history of skateboarding
from the mouths of the skaters themselves.
Artists:
Bruce Adams, James Alder, Gabs Bee, Rob Ben, Neil Blender, J. Grant Brittain, Brian
Brannon, Rodger Bridges, Dana Bucket, Steve Caballero, Ron Cameron, Thomas Campbell,
Phread Conrad, Gary Davis, Wes Dean, John Dettman-Lytle, Pete Diantoni, Phil E, Dan
Estabrook, Phil Franklin, John Freeborn, Briant Hull, Donny Humes, Rich Jacobs, Andy
Jenkins, Chris Johanson, Spike Jonze, Tim Kerr, Randy Kliway, Christian Kline, Alberto
Kroeger, Sussane Lapper, Bernie McGinn, Mofo, Lance Mountain, Herb Nauman, O, Corey
and Gavin O'Brien, John Reed, Dennis Remsing, Brian Ridgeway, Salbug, Christ Shary,
Jeremy Smith, Ray Stevens, Tod Swank, Ed Templeton, Randy 'Biscuit' Turner, Miki
Vucovich, AdamWallacavage, Bryan Wendzel, Jacko Weyland, Andrew Jefferey Wright,
Tobin Yelland and many more...
ELAS x Contributor
July 8 - August 15, 2010
One Way Or Another is the second art show in support of Contributor.
The show curated by Andy Jenkins, Bob Kronbauer, Sandro Grison, Justin
Cooper, Mike Giles & Annie Lam, features the art of: Alain Cheung, Allister
Lee, Amber B Dianda, Andrew Schansberg, Anthony Smith, Aurelie Grand,
Bob Haro, Bombo, Chad Vangaalen, Chris Piascik, Daniel Rossi, David Ko,
Don Pendleton, Emilio Santoyo, Emory Allen, Evan Melnyk, Jason C Arnold,
Jess Fogel, Joe Castro, Joe Van Wetering, Jordan Crane, Keith Scharwath,
Kelly Litzenberger, Lydia Nichols, Maurizio Santucci, Max Erds, Michael Sieben,
Mike Perry, Pete Panciera, Porous Walker, Randy Laybourne, Roger Allen,
Rollout, Rory Doyle, Steph Walker, Steve Cabellero, Tim Barnard, Todd Francis,
Todd St. John, Tony Larson, Travis Millard, Tyson Bodnarchuk, UPSO, Wade
Mickley, Will Bryant.
Info:
www.society6.com www.wearecontributors.com
Ramp Build
Cold Rampin'
Here's a snapshot I came across of the ramp of the ramp we built back in
Wisconsin before my move to Los Angeles - this is the spot on cold days.
Hopps Skateboards
I recently did another installment to the Hopps Skateboards - Artist Series.
They are new pro models for Jahmal Williams and Jerry Fowler - check them
out here and inquire at your local shop. Enjoy the ride and keep it moving!
Memory Screened: Molotov Skateboards
In the mix since 1989
Seb Carayol is one of the most chill people you could ever hope to meet
and besides writing one of my favorite features in Skateboarder Magazine,
he's also responsible for two of the most informative skate blogs ever.
Those being A Visual Sound and Memory Screened, for which he recently
contacted me to do a recap about Molotov Skateboards, the company I
started just out of high school. Thanks to everyone who's been down.
Mark Gonzales
Circle Board
My curiosity dragged me by the ear to Art Los Angeles Contemporary. It was
like walking around a furniture showroom or a thrift store with oddities of all
sorts. It was really entertaining and there were definitely highlights. Best skate
art was by far Mark Gonzales and his Circle Board. I came across this film by
Saul Bass
Art vs. Commerce
Saul Bass is the original. I imagine a fishing trip
where we have many conversations and observe
bears attempting to scale the tree from which our
food is suspended.
Mixtape Club
Session 007
I am a proud new member of The Mixtape Club which is one of the best
ideas to ever come out of the worldwide web as we know it. Stream the
mixes straight from the artist's studio. Check out my "Word Is..." mixer
I couldn't avoid a Bond reference as it was the 007 session...niceness.
Ad Infinitum
Thoughts and Images
I've been sorting out the contents for the future zine.
The above virtual page is one from the archives that
I'll serve up as a sampler...the final publication will be
made available as time and access to the printing press
presents itself.
Volume One Magazine
Cover Art
Volume One is an arts and culture magazine that pretty much
sums up what's happening in and around the town where I
grew up on a regular basis. For the show FULL CIRCLE I was
lucky enough to be featured in subsequent issues, this one
featured a piece of mine on the cover. www.volumeone.org
Now Showing!
360°
I recently made it to my hometown of Eau Claire, WI for a
show of new works produced in the Los Angeles studio.
The show includes originals, prints and graphic works as
well as artist series skateboards and video shorts featuring
new sounds by Jeff Parker from Tortoise.
It was really nice to see so many friends and family come out
to see me at the opening. Make it if you can...the show runs
until January 5.
Just Local
Wisco Reppin'
"It's almost like when you're on the outside of a sphere that's
spinning, you're spinning really fast. But if you're at the axis,
things seem to be slowed down." - Bon Iver
studio daze
new views
Been keeping myself at the studio as much as possible these days.
Shifting gears to get it to those who have a vested interest, and if
you're interested let me know...new works are rollin' out as of now!
Farrah Fawcett 1947 - 2009
beach blond bombshell
Charlie's favorite angel, girl of action was most synonymous with adolescent
visions of the California dream. Jeans on a skateboard or disco ball and heels.
Michael Jackson 1958 - 2009
the man the myth
I'll never forget the first time I saw Thriller (video)...my jaw was hanging wide open.
Then Guy Mariano's part in Blind Video Days. there's no one who did it quite as big.
alive and kickin'...
meanwhile...back at the ranch
back when we were kids growing up in Wisconsin, we used to dream of places to skate
when the conditions didn't permit...now that we're all big kids making those dreams real
you might find us drawing up blueprints, contracts or painting between weekly sessions
Here's some footage of the ramp we built at Teddy's that I put together recently...enjoy!
Hopps Skateboards
Enjoy the ride!
Show in Santa Monica
Over Time/Double Time
My show at Bolivar was extended and I ended up rotating the works. Thanks to all who
came through to check out the art and enjoy the vibe at this mellow west side gallery.
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