OZMO @ PURE EVIL GALLERY

Another show opening tonight, which we ment to post earlier is the OZMO show at the Pure Evil Gallery. The show opens with a preview party tonight and will run until the 7th of January. We passed the gallery during the week and spotted some very cool looking work being applied directly onto the gallery walls.

Check out some of OZMO's wicked outdoor murals, paintings and other works over on his website herePure Evil Gallery | 108 Leonard Street | London | EC2A 4RH

NEW WORK BY HERAKUT

Also opening tonight in London is a new show entitled "Dirty Laundry" from Herakut. For the uninitiated, Herakut are unlikely collaborative German artists extraordinaire, the cunning confluence of aliases Hera and Akut. Campbarbossa has organized this very special commission-only Herakut show which will feature paintings and sketches. The show will run from the 27th November to the 7th December.

Preview 27th Nov 6.30pm - 9.30pm (RSVP info@campbarbossa.com)

22 Wellington Street | Covent Garden | Opera Quarter | WC2E 7DD

To see a sneak peak of the work in tonights show and read an interview with Herakut head over to Arrested Motion

Jon Hammer EXHIBITION

Jon Hammer is a self taught artist who began by daubing the streets with activist punk slogans in the early eighties. On discovering the book ‘Subway Art’ in early ‘85 his new direction was set. He started ‘writing’ on the Underground Railway during London’s graffiti heyday from ‘86-’88, using the tag ‘Elate’. The Acid House movement that followed blew a channel to his inner voice and painting backdrops replaced trains.

The scene quickly faded and he switched to canvas and began reading an array of subjects, focusing on the history of painting and the transcendental arts. Drawing inspiration from the masters of painting and the intuition of shamanic lore he has patiently and methodically developed his natural ability.

His debut exhibition will be at The Brick Lane Gallery this Thursday, 28th November . There is a private view for collectors is on the 27th November.Numerous original paintings will be available for sale, also prints, including some customised one-offs as well as various curios and oddities.

The Brick Lane Gallery | 196 Brick Lane | London | E1 6SA

NEW STELLA DORE GALLERY

Stella Dore is moving from Brick Lane to a new permant gallery space just a stone's throw away over on Rivington Street. To celebrate the launch of the new space they are host a group show titled "Make Over".The show opens on Thursday 27th November where they will have DJ’s, drinks, and lots of great artworks.

Stella Dore | 47 Rivington Street | London | EC2a

WHITE NOISE 2 @ BRP

Black Rat Press announce details of their annual group show 'White Noise', which will open to the public on Saturday 29th November. The exhibition will feature works by 7 artists, 3 of whom we have had solo shows at the gallery this year and 4 whose work they will be exhibiting in 2009.

The artists featured in this years show are: D*Face, Nick Walker, Blek Le Rat, Lucas Price, Asha Zero, Matt Small and Brian Adam Douglas.

There will be a preview evening on Friday 28th, invites are need to attend.

Black Rat Press | thru Cargo's Garden | 83 Rivington Street | London

CEPT SHOW REVIEW

NoLionsInEngland has written a great review of the Cept X Mike Ballard exhibition which opened in Dalston last Thursday. Read the review over on the Graffoto blog here. The exhibition will run until the 30 November and is not to be missed.

If you are not in London between now and then you might want to head over to HowaboutNo's flickr and check his collection of photos from the show.

Show Location: 30 Hertford Road | Dalston | London | N1

Picture above taken by Howaboutno.

BLU WEBSITE UPDATE

BLU updates his website with a great selection of photos, featuring his fantastic large scale pieces he has painted this year across Europe. Check the full collection over on his website and then stop by his blog to see the work he is doing in Berlin this month.
And if you haven't already bagged yourself a copy of the beautifully published BLU book which features a collection of drawing and mural BLU has created between 204 and 2007, then visit StudioCromie's website as they still have copies available.

Children of the Can Book

Children Of The Can: 25 Years of Bristol Graffiti documents the Bristol graffiti story from the early days of 3D’s New York-inspired work and John Nation's grass roots influence at the Barton Hill Youth Club to the current crop of artists who have helped to make Bristol’s graffiti scene one of the UK's most influential and diverse. Children Of The Can features the work of all the city's best-known and (until now) slept-on talent, including:

2Keen, 3D, Awkward, Banksy, Cheo, China Mike, Filthy Luker, Haka, Inkie, Jeff Row, Jody, Just Another Crew, Kato, KTF, Lokey, Mr.Jago, Mudwig, Nick Walker, Rowdy, Shimz, Sickboy, Soker, Souls On Fire, TNP, TUB, Turoe, Twentieth Century Frescoes, What Collective, Will Barras, The Z-Boys and many more…

Author Felix ‘FLX’ Braun started writing graffiti in the mid-80s and grew up with the Bristol scene painting alongside the likes of Inkie and Nick Walker. He continues to live and paint in the city and has unrivalled access to the artists and their work. Here, they tell their stories in their own words. Most of the pictures in Children of the Can have never before been published and many have been provided from the artists’ sketchbooks and private collections.

The book has been published by Tangents books and is currently on pre-order from their website

45RPM OWLS

Our Bristol friend, 45RPM has added some new stuff to his Esty shop including a bunch of new Owl paintings. There are only four left in the current batch, each of which are hand painted 6 by 4 in size and come with a tasty owl sticker and pin badge.

He also has some copies of his self published font freak zine. This is an excellent zine for lovers of the letters, nice pieces, drippy tags and all things font based. The first Issue features Nylon Airforce Janoe Ponk Gumbo Sewell Flor Raek Paris Eko Richt CT Babou Kyte Oath 1981 Scheme Ekon Sums Kaione 1659 45rpm obese. Check them over here

CEPT VS. MIKE BALLARD

Also opening this evening is " Where you end, I begin" featuring the work of Cept vs. Mike Ballard. The show will be spread across three floors of an old furniture warehouse in Dalston where two alter egos of the same artist attempt to bridge the gap between their opposing practices. An experience of duality-the Gemini factor - exploring the dynamics of parallel personalities and perceptions.

Expect paintings, collage and sculpture in this Stella Dore hosted exhibition.The show will run until the 25th of November.

1 Hertford Road | Dalston | London | N1

Herbert Baglione @ LAZ

We have been fans of Herbert Baglione's art since 2004 when I became aware of his work via one of his stunning screenprints titled "Natureza Morta II" which Adam Neate had picked up in Brazil from the Choque Cultural Gallery. We are delighted to see he now has a solo show opening here in London tonight at Lazarides Gallery.

For those not familiar with Baglione, here is what Laz have to say about him.

Brazilian artist Baglione is an established contemporary painter who draws on strong, simple mural designs, extreme physical figures and human and alien icons, rendered in the style of cave drawings. His style has influenced the vibrant street art movement in South America for at least ten years. His position as one of Brazil’s most distinctive artists has also cemented his international acclaim in the design and art worlds.

Jaded with the scene and what he saw around him, Baglione started experimenting with new ways to look at the street, using the extremes of urban architecture to create his paintings, provoking a new dialogue. Although his figurative subjects are ever present, his art is constantly growing and changing, relying on a strong palette. This new work work has a strong minimalism set against an elaborate calligraphy and new injection of colour.

In his new body of work comprising twenty paintings in small and large scale in acrylics, enamel and varnish, Baglione uses characters that seem to bloom and reclaim life. Textures from urban dirt and scratched out typography found in big global cities that he experimented with years ago and are now integrated with his recent work on geometric patterns, fractals, religion and erotica. Two Broken Knees marks a new phase in which the painting process has become a religious ritual in a search of faith lost in the great urban centres of the world. He uses painting, drawing and installation as new instruments, continuing to touch on subjects which he considers provoking such as death, individualism and chaos.

Two Broken Knees opens tonight with a private view and will run until the 20th December
Lazarides | 8 Greek Street | Soho | London | W1D 4DG

JOHN SIMPSON

John Simpson is a British artist who originally made an impact with illustrations for streetwear brand Carhartt and collaborations with fashion designer Wale Adeyemi. Unique hand-executed monotypes provide the focus for his creativity, the delicate process resulting in work caught somewhere between childhood imagination and adult reasoning.

Simpson creates and enlivens mythological and fairy-tale animals in scenes that range from violent to tender. His subtlety of expression produces images that can be imbued with aggressive energy and yet simultaneously display a fragile beauty. The works articulate primal instincts through anthropomorphic characters that provoke human empathy and identification. Despite the initial influence of urban art and street graphics, drawing has always been the most important element of his work, with imagery strongly relating to the visual tradition of artists Goya and Redon. In addition to his sell-out show at ocontemporary last year, Simpson has exhibited to acclaim in New York and continues to show in both the US and UK. His first London solo show opens tomorrow evening the 20th with a private view at Ocontemporary.

The show which opens to the public on the 21 November will feature new works and a selection of new screenprints.

ocontemporary | 193 Wardour Street | London | W1F 8ZF

INVISIBLEMADEVISIBLE FLICKR UPDATE November 2008

I have just uploaded a bunch of new photos snapped today in and around East London, check them over on our invisiblemadevisible flickr

SICKBOY

Picturesonwalls dropped some new Sickboy prints last week, and while the hand finished edition sold out instantly, you can still bag yourself one of the standard editions of the pictured "Save The Youth" print. It's a three coloured screen print on 200gsm translucent vinyl!!
The print is available here.

Other Sickboy news is the announcement of his first major London show. Opening in Shoreditch early next month on the 3rd of December, you need to "Stay Free" and get it in your diaries / iphones. The exhibition will be held at the Tramshed in Shoreditch. The show will run from the 4-10th with an invite only private view on the 3rd. To get yourself an invite head over to Sickboy's website to register your interest.

NEW CHIMP CANVASSES

Our friend Chimp mailed us to let us know he has dropped a bunch of new canvasses which are for sale over on his website. Pictured above are two of our favourites "For The Birds" & "Together Forever" both acrylic paintings on printed material and featuring the rather cute worm like characters that were to be seen on the streets of East London over the summer. To check the other work on offer head over to the for sale section of his website here.

Pictured above is one of the super sized charaters we managed to snap on the streets of Hackney, before they were buffed by the council.

CHLOE EARLY @ STOLEN SPACE

A new exhibition at Stolen Space gallery, opens this Thursday with Chloe Early's second solo show at the gallery titled "Ladies And Gentlemen We Are Spinning In Space". Below is from Stolen Space:

Still set against an architectural background Chloe Early’s new work highlights the fantastical element of her painted landscapes. She is using more imagery layering motifs and references moving away from the lone figure to include a more dynamic collection of figures, couples and animal herds. Amidst the urban structures, carousel, playground and circus imagery combine to highlight leisure, motion and escapism. Early shows us a world deconstructed and put back together in an unsettling way. There is a sense of celebration, stars twinkle, bright lights flash. A dream continues.

Stolen Space Gallery | Dray Walk | 91 Brick Lane | London

The show runs from the 13th until the 30th of November.

IT'S A KLING THING

Kling by Kling is a fashion label created by London based Swede Karolina Kling. Since establishing the brand in 2006 the label has gained international attention for its distinctive prints and playful designs, which have been described as Viktor & Rolf on acid.

With a background in graphic design, Karolina has a unique take on fashion and regards the work she produces as 3D products rather than fashion garments. The beautiful and intricate patterns add an extra dimension to her work and have made it possible for her to develop collections that are simultaneously highly personal and commercially successful. Her collections are now distributed worldwide.

The exhibition at DreamBagsJaguarShoes will be Karolina's first solo and encompasses all aspects of her work. On the ground floor there will be a monochromatic multimedia installation that incorporates her patterns, clothing and characters in 2D and 3D form. The basement level will host a pictorial preview of her forthcoming collection 'Sparkling nights' which has been based on stories from her closest friends.

Private View: Thursday 13th November - 7pm till late

DreamBagsJaguarShoes | 32 Kingsland Road | E2

Flying Förtress-Part of Rebellion

Munich based street artist Flying Förtress was prominently featured in the groundbreaking world street art survey The Art of Rebellion and first gained international attention for projects like his “Teddy Troops” and “Visual rock stars” exhibitions in London.

An original pioneer of the street art movement, Flying Förtress has mastered many different techniques and exhibited in galleries from Auckland to London- but he still works on the streets.
Flying Förtress traces an exciting career from guerilla artist to gallery and back. In addition to his work on the streets and in galleries around the globe this book also shows his collaborations with brands like Stussy, his vinyl toy series, and his works as an illustrator.

Flying Förtress is the first publication in the Part of Rebellion series- monographs released three times each year, focusing on individual artists, cities and techniques first featured in the 2004 book The Art of Rebellion and Art of Rebellion 2 by Christian Hundertmark.
Released just in time for christmas this new book is available now from Rockawaybear for the very affordable price of just 19.40 EUROs(inc. postage)

‘SAINTS AND SINNERS' EXHIBITION

artrepublic Soho is launching an exclusive exhibition entitled ‘Saints and Sinners’ showcasing at St Martins Lane hotel. The independent Soho gallery has selected over thirty pieces from artists around the world, transforming the ‘front room’ of London’s original boutique hotel into an urban space.

Over twenty up and coming artists are providing original pieces for the show with most creating specially commissioned work. Highlights include a ‘never seen before canvas’ by the highly acclaimed Nick Walker. Many artists will be flying in to attend the preview of this one-off exhibition.

Artists from America include Adam 5100, Logan Hicks, Mr Brainwash and Broken Crow. Lidia de Pedro will be representing Spain and from France emerging artist C215. From Irish shores is Asbestos, from Italy Sten & Lex and one to watch out for Kosiec from Poland. Iconic International artists include Blek Le Rat and D*Face. Other well known names are Missbugs, Pure Evil, Charming Baker, Mau Mau, Eine, Nick Georgiou and the British Collective Static.

A private viewing will take place on Monday 10th November with the show opening to the public on Tuesday 11th and running until Friday 21st November 2008. ‘Saints and Sinners’ will be open for viewings between 12:00-22:00 with direct access through St Martins Lane hotel reception.

ST MARTINS LANE HOTEL | 45 St. Martin's Lane | London| WC2N 4HX

IF YOU COULD DO ANYTHING... PRINTS

The 'If You Could' November prints have been released.

Responding to the question, ‘If you could do anything tomorrow, what would it be?’, these two colour, B2 (655 x 480 mm), limited edition screenprints are only available to buy from the If You Could website.

This month see prints featuring work by Kam Tang and Matthew Green, both of which are now available from Ifyoucould for the duration of November. As always they're only available until the end of the month and as with previous months these prints will be available to pre-order for the the entire month of November and never again thereafter.

All prints will be dispatched after the edition has been confirmed at the end of the month and they are printed and signed by the artists. As a celebration of this year’s prints series Ifyoucould will be holding a month-long show at Kemistry Gallery in early December, more details on this soon.

JAMES ROPER

Opening this evening at the Foster Gallery is a new exhibition featuring the work of James Roper titled "INTO THE FOLD".This is James Roper's first solo show at the gallery which will feature a stunning selection of new paintings.

James Roper explores the physicality of the human body whilst also drawing comparisons with baroque sculpture and iconography. He creates a sort of “optical hyperactivity” through his seductive paintings, their content, style and surface seemlessly intermix into intense imagery.

There is a private view this evening from 6-9pm at FORSTER on Rivington Street.

FORSTER |1 Chapel Place | Rivington Street | London | EC2A 3DQ

José Parlá Interview

We headed over to Elms Lesters Painting Rooms today to checkout the stunning José Parlá again before the show finishes on the 8th November(Saturday). If you have not visited the show yet this is your last chance to do so. Opening hours: Tuesday - Saturday 12 - 6pm and Thursdays 'til 8.00 pm.

Also worth checking out is the José Parlá interview from last week, written by Manuel Bello for Fecal Face. Read the interview here.

Elms Lesters Painting Rooms | 1-3-5 Flitcroft St | London | WC2H 8DH

FAILE HIT UP LONDON TOWN

With the show opening later this week, Faile hit the streets of London last night with some new paste ups.

FAILE : Lost in Glimmering Shadows

Lazarides Gallery presents a major new 10 day project (7 – 17 November 2008) by the renowned cult art duo Faile. Taking over an area of an old school in Kennington, Faile is bringing its unique brand of artistic adventure to the streets of south London.

Faile’s work takes the visual vocabulary of popular culture, urban decay and consumer excess, and reworks them into new, exciting and sometimes troubling narratives for the viewer. Layers of posters torn away from walls or comic book-inspired remixes, Faile’s instantly recognizable practice refers to a visual culture that is sometimes disposable, yet demands serious attention.

Lost in Glimmering Shadows features a new series of paintings and sculptures which explore an ambivalent attitude to the hypermodern culture of today’s USA. As well as incorporating images and texts from the chaos of the modern urban landscape, the works use imagery, stories and patterns from Native American Indian culture. A metaphor of sorts emerges in this juxtaposition; the expanse of contemporary commercialism at the expense of society's connection with nature and spirit.

Lilian Baylis Old School | Lollard Street | London | SE11 6PY
Vauxhall (Victoria line)

FRESHNESS FROM MR PINKS

Some super fresh new work from Mr. Pinks popping up on his flickr recently. If you are lucky enough to live in Manchester check out Mr. Pinks solo show "Turn On" which opened last week at CUP. The show features new painting, paper cuts, prints and runs until the end of December so no excuses for missing it.

CUP| 53-55 Thomas Street | Northern Quarter | Manchester

KID ACNE

Good to see some Kid Acne work poping up around the Streets of East London the last few days. To see more of his work check out his blog while he works on a full website. Also head over to Endemic Skate Store and bag yourself one of the skate decks he has designed for Unabomber.
Street photo taken by HowaboutNo

DAVE THE CHIMP INTERVIEW

German based online entertainment and publishing platform Hobnox have just featured an interview with Dave The Chimp about his recently released trainers for Vans.