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ANTHONY LISTER | LA | IRONLAK

bigjus — Sun, 13 May 2012 16:41:07 +0000

I think this guy is nasty at what he does. I am very particular with what kind of fine art i like and this is definitely on my list of what appeals to me. And he looks like a fucking crazy person so i know he is going to get better and better until he cuts his fucking ear off or something!!! check out it out!!

EVOL | Repeat Offender | Jonathan Levine Gallery

Skript — Thu, 10 May 2012 03:32:35 +0000

I really don’t go to NYC as much as I would like to. So when I do make the bus ride, I make sure to pack in as many things as I can handle. When I posted earlier about the opening, I knew there was no way I was missing this one.

Here are flicks from the show.

My FAVORITE piece of the show.

Detail of the piece above.

If You can afford it, he has 2 prints available for $600

This trip has been extremely inspirational for a stencil artist like myself and it has only fueled my creativity. Time to hit the studio!

_SKRIPT.

FRIENDS WITH BENEFITS | PROJECT SF | TOMORROW MAY10TH 7-9PM

bigjus — Wed, 09 May 2012 22:42:41 +0000

Tomorrow TTHU’s good friends Project SF have put together a super dope show at the Distillery in south boston. I went by last night to sneak a peek before going to see Mr.Nakayama and I was PUMPED to see all the amazing new work from them!!! I am guessing the weather will suck tomorrow night like it has the past 3 fucking days, so I think there is no better way to spend your night then to look at some amazing art work. check the details out below!!!!

GOOD LUCK DOOD GUYS!!

-BIGJUS

The Distillery Gallery is pleased to announce an upcoming exhibit presented by the Boston-based artist collective, Project Super Friends (SF). “Friends With Benefits” collects individual and collaborative works of artists selected by members of Project SF. Collaborations between these artists and respective members of SF serve as a visual essay on the curatorial process.

About Project SF:

Founded in 1999, Project Super Friends is a group of creative individuals in all media. Mostly known for their collaborative murals and live art events, each member is an established artist in their respective field. When working together, individual members bring a unique perspective and aesthetic to collective projects.

Selected artists for “Friends with Benefits” include:

Marion Bolognesi, All Chrome, Jay LaCouture, MCA, Peter Pracilio, Preys UPS, and Pat Falco, along with collaborations with Project Super Friends: Josh Falk, Evoker, Stephen Holding, Fish McGill, MRNVR, Dana Woulfe and Matthew Zaremba.

SF website

The Distillery website

Public Transportation

By T:

Take the red line to the Broadway stop. Walk up West Broadway to H Street. Go left on H Street, down two blocks to the intersection of H Street and East 2nd Street. The Distillery will be on your left. This walk takes ten to fifteen minutes. You can also take the #9 bus directly from the bus stop at the Broadway T station, and get off at H Street and then follow the directions above.

By Bus:

You can also take the #9 from Copley Square, next to the Boston Public Library, or from many other locations,See the MBTA website for connections and schedules.

Driving directions:

From North of Boston

I-93 S toward BOSTON.
Take the PURCHASE ST exit- EXIT 23- toward S. STATION.
0.2 miles
Turn SLIGHT RIGHT onto PURCHASE ST. 0.1 miles
Turn LEFT onto CONGRESS ST. 0.1 miles
Turn RIGHT onto DORCHESTER AVE. <0.1 miles
Turn LEFT onto SUMMER ST. 0.6 miles
Turn SLIGHT RIGHT onto D ST. 0.5 miles
Turn LEFT onto W 1ST ST. 0.3 miles
W 1ST ST becomes E 2ND ST. <0.1 miles
End at 516 E 2nd St

From South of Boston

I-93 N / US-1 N / MA-3 N / SOUTHEAST EXPY toward BOSTON.
Take the SOUTHHAMPTON ST. exit- EXIT 16- toward ANDREW SQ.
0.1 miles
Turn RIGHT onto SOUTHAMPTON ST. 0.1 miles
Turn LEFT onto DORCHESTER ST. 0.7 miles
DORCHESTER ST becomes E BROADWAY. <0.1 miles
Turn LEFT onto DORCHESTER ST. 0.1 miles
Turn RIGHT onto E 2ND ST. <0.1 miles
End at 516 E 2nd St

From West of Boston

I-90 E / MASS PIKE toward BOSTON
Take EXIT 25 toward S. BOSTON
<0.1 miles
Keep LEFT at the fork in the ramp. 0.1 miles
Turn RIGHT onto CONGRESS ST. 0.2 miles
Turn RIGHT onto D ST. 0.6 miles
Turn LEFT onto W 1ST ST. 0.3 miles
W 1ST ST becomes E 2ND ST. <0.1 miles
End at 516 E 2nd St

From Logan Airport

Take the TED WILLIAMS TUNNEL/I-90W / MASS PIKE toward BOSTON 1.9 miles
Take EXIT 25 toward S. BOSTON
0.2 miles
Keep RIGHT at the fork to go on CONGRESS ST. 0.1 miles
Turn RIGHT onto D ST. 0.6 miles
Turn LEFT onto W 1ST ST. 0.3 miles
W 1ST ST becomes E 2ND ST. <0.1 miles
End at 516 E 2nd St

Kenji Nakayama | Woodward Gallery NYC | Opening Party

Skript — Tue, 08 May 2012 05:52:02 +0000

When your art is this badass, it usually comes with a certain arrogance. But when it comes to Kenji, he is the most humble, honest, respectful, a little bit shy, and straight up an all around good dude. So you can imagine that his first NYC solo show this past Saturday (May 6th), at Woodward Gallery, was packed with familiar faces and new admirers.

Here is what the night looked like through my lens:

The Gallery

And don’t worry, if you didn’t get a chance to check it out at the opening, the show will be up until July 7th.

After a super successful opening, you have to travel with your party of 15 to your local Vietnamese place for some grub. Luckily they could accomodate our party in 5 minutes… Unreal!

And while your at it, why not tell the waiter that it is Big Jus’ birthday, definitely was not, and make him stand on a chair while everyone sings…

YUP!

Then after that, hit the bars hard for a night of shenanigans.

This would be when the good camera went away, and the phone became the lens. I would much rather have a broken phone then my nikon…

The morning came with the consequences of a good night, the hangover that everyone was feeling. This quickly being cured by a latte, super nice weather, some grub in the park, and a nice Retna piece.

All in all it was an amazing trip filled with great people, amazing art, ridiculous conversations, and a ton of booze. Kenji’s hard work has gotten him everything he has and I am glad I was there to reap the benefits! To Kenji!

…Cheers.

_SKRIPT.

MAY 4TH | FIRST LOOK AT THE KENJI NAKAYAMA SOLO SHOW with BIGJUS

bigjus — Tue, 08 May 2012 03:25:43 +0000

Here is some pre show photos of me and Kenji seeing the gallery for the first time after the work was hung “AMAZING”.. I have been to lots of art shows over the years, but this felt and looked different, it felt like there was something bigger going on and the vibe was positive as it comes. I am so proud of Kenji and it was great to be able to be there with him for the first look at the biggest show of his life so far. check out the pics!!!

-BIGJUS

Herakut | Loving the Exiled

Skript — Fri, 04 May 2012 20:15:31 +0000

One of my all time faves coming out with another smash of a video. The duo brings us into their process of painting to make another amazing piece. Their styles, while drastically different, mesh so beautifully. Loving the outcome!

Click here to view the embedded video.

_SKRIPT.

RIME MSK TSL & KC | KNOWN GALLERY | TEASER VIDEO

bigjus — Tue, 01 May 2012 15:25:16 +0000

DOPEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! CHECK IT OUT

Studio Visit / Alphabet Soup

ALPH — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 20:23:45 +0000

I’m always intrigued by other artists work spaces, here is a peek into mine.

Some new ideas. Graffiti on canvas = No good. Exploitation of tattoo art = No good. Fuck it, why don’t I combine them and see how much hate I can get for it! These two pieces just paid 6 months rent. Don’t knock the hustle.

Spray paint and KRINK on wood.

Detail shot of the distressed gold background.

Can never have enough paint. Or southern pride. Or nerd pride.

Years of commandeered old signs and random goodies to paint on.

Tools of the trade. Jesus piece bold cutter combo is a must for any household.

I used to think my stencil pieces were dope. Then I met Kenji Nakayama… I don’t do stencils any more.

Call the number, you know you want too.

Some more porn adds boxed up to ship out to Eden Fine Art in Manhattan.

Book books books. The best tool for any craft.

I have been focusing more on tattoo recently and havent been painting so much. I spned a lot of time at this desk.

Some recently finished tattoo flash. Most of these are studies of Col Todd who I have posted about previously.

Build. More. Shrines.

Picked up this sweet fucking piece by Dan Madsen at the Pre Vinylite show earlier this year. Looks great right outside my bathroom.

No wall space. Faile and the Melvins have to sit on the floor for now.

Some little jammers.

FIN

Process | C215 and Evol

Skript — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 15:43:27 +0000

I love seeing the process of how artists create their work from beginning to end piece. It gives an incite to their technique and the amount of thought behind their idea. These 2 artist are a few that I really respect in the stencil game.

C215 has been featured on this blog numerous amounts of times and needs no intro. Here is a nice little vid on his creative process.

Click here to view the embedded video.

Evol, like C215, needs no intro. This video is an amazing insight into his painting process. Dude is a BEAST!

_SKRIPT.

Stack the Deck 2 | Fourth Wall

Skript — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 21:24:00 +0000

Swung by Fourth Wall this past Friday for Stack the Deck 2. As usual it was another successful show filled with great people and some pretty rad art. It was a great mix of different styles on non traditional mediums such as skateboard decks and glass bottles.

Here are some shots of the show.

Another Damion Silver piece.

All in all another solid show!

_SKRIPT.