Trance

Back in the gallery (after a small weekend vacation) a bit early on a Tuesday and was stoked to see the delivery of some new pieces for our upcoming "Transcenders" show, which opens March 3rd. First up, Jason D'Aquino.



Although most people know him for his insanely detailed work on matchbooks, my favorite stuff he does is in larger format, like this piece, "Necro." The demented, yet loving, faces he gives his characters are so enchanting, and he's one of the few artists in our genre that I can say is TOTALLY unique (and a little disturbed. In a good way). Still one of my favs from last year's "Crazy 4 Cult" was Jason's "Joyride," which now hangs happily in the home of two of our favorite buyers, Jason and Jenny. LUCKY!



Next up, Scott Scheidly.



Hands down, one of the most talented artists we show here at G1988, Scott has the ability to tell an entire story with just one painting. And that story is different for every viewer. And he has the chops to really impress you at the same time. The new pieces for "Transcenders," including the above titled "Some Weird Chick," are a really cool direction for the Florida native. He's definitely luring you in with not only his technique, but with some overt, yet innocent, creepiness as well. What's up with this girl? Who nose? GET IT???? "Nose?" HAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHA. (Falls down on floor).

Jensen
G1988: LA

Up In Space

First off, new Luke Chueh print I spoke about last week. Lots of email, tons of calls, but we promised we'd announce it on the blog first, so we didn't say a word. Here's the word.

Luke Chueh

"Disintegration"

giclee print on archival paper

approx. 25 x 33 inches

hand signed and numbered edition of 100

$225.00

This painting was made into a giclee print on canvas (framed) in 2008 and it sold out so quick, hardly anyone who loved the image was able to pick one up. Because of this, Luke decided he wanted to release a paper version of the print, hoping those snubbed last time, could pick it up and display the image. This print was produced by Pop Cling, the same people who printed the canvas version, to keep it all the same. And it's still HUGE! It's actually the biggest print from Luke ever, as well as the largest print we've ever sold at G1988.  These will go on sale at the LA Gallery this Thursday, February 19th, at 11 AM PST. You can order it by calling us at (323) 937 - 7088, or emailing us at gallery1988@aol.com. And there it is...

And the date is getting closer for "Transcenders," our new 5-man show opening March 3rd at G1988: LA. Two more previews, people. 

Jason Limon

Jason D'Aquino

Jason's matchbooks are so insanely cool, they have to be seen in person to be believed. Well, back to Thursday.

Jensen

G1988: LA

...to fill

Brandt delivered two huge painted shoes today? I think he may have built a monster.

Also, the debut of the new evite for our LA show in March (right after B. Peters)...

"Transcendors"

feat. Jason Limon, Doktor A, Jason D'Aquino, Michael Page and Scott Scheidly.



Jensen
G1988: LA

Soon Soon Soon

"Under The Influence: An Official Art Tribute to Beastie Boys" is literally just around the corner, opening at G1988: LA on Jan. 8, 2009. Boasting a line-up of just about 100 artists, this show is shaping up to be quite a historic event. The band has been extremely gracious and receptive, involving themselves in early previews and promotion, so we're really gearing up for this one. Consider it a boyhood dream. Every piece that is delivered for this show brings a serious smile to my face, as I employ each Beastie Boys record to represent a time in my life, while each song brings back memories of specific instances. I mean, I had a lizard when I was 10 named "Beastie." I learned to skateboard to "Check Your Head" and I tend to believe my personality was shaped from "Paul's Boutique" (maybe not a compliment?). So to maybe get you into the same mind state, let's give you a nice little peek into what I've been seeing delivered in cardboard boxes this week...



Chris Roth did another light up stained glass piece, in the vein as last year's Stan Lee tribute, this time getting in touch with his religious side. SO INSANE. The detail in this piece is mind blowing, as each piece of glass is painted individually.



Up and coming art star Jullian Callos brought the boom box and vinyl directly to life. Jullian is an artist who has blown me away, and improved, with each piece he has delivered. And he's sold every piece in a 1988 show so far, so there's really nothing better!



One of my personal favorite artists Le Merde takes aim at one of my favorite songs of all time. The Portland native channels his inner Egg Man.



Ken Garduno goes undercover referencing the classic Spike Jonze helmed music video for "Sabotage."



Michael Alvarez shows the world who made the fish eyed lens cool.



Jason D'Aquino has a steady hand in only comparable to Mix Master Mike I think, able to create this seriously detailed boom box all on a small book. And not just any book. A title referenced in "B-Boy Bouillabaisse."

Enough for now....more later. The LA gallery will be open tomorrow 11-6, Sunday 12-4, Tuesday 11-6 and Weds 11-3. Get your last minute Holiday shopping in. I won't tell.

Jensen
G1988: LA