Beautiful Losers Short Films in Los Angeles Dec. 5th

This coming Saturday December 5th will be a screening of Beautiful Loser's Shorts at Cinefamily. Short film by Harmony Korine, Mike Mills, Chris Johanson, Geoff McFetridge, Clare E. Rojas, Stephen Powers, Spike Jones, Tobin Yelland, Jo Jackson, Thomas Campbell, and Cheryl Dunn.

Cinefamily Silent Movie Theater: Built in 1942 by John and Dorothy Hampton, The Silent Movie Theatre ran for decades as the only fully functioning silent movie theatre in the country. It has been fully restored to its original, vintage 1940s art deco design, along with a brand new screen and sound system, to help a new generation enjoy the pleasures of cinema in a beautiful theater.

I won't be able to attend, but I am sure it will be a fantastic night of films and some even better people/artists.

Mark-Anthony Polizzi

The very interesting sculpture/installation work of Mark-Anthony Polizzi is going nicely with my Sunday evening. His description of his work is far better than you'll get out of me.

Mark-Anthony Polizzi:

My work uses a process of reconstruction and unification to examine the domesticated chaos of the post consumer world. This area where the relatively ordered and relatively disordered coexist and interact might seem like a contradiction, considering the more austere and violent sense of chaos. However it is in this gray area in which I construct my work. These installations draw on the history and narrative properties of found objects, to bring out the human connection often lost in the glimmer and glitz of an ever growing material culture.

Chop / Cup

CHOP CUP from :weareom: on Vimeo.

A very interesting magic trick. Created by weareom. The end reminds me of a couple earlier posts here and here.

Via boooooom.

Valentina de Matha

Italian artist Valentina de Matha creates some outstanding work and has a very unique and informed approach to producing it. Her artistic research regards material taking shape by itself, transformation of things, ever-changing dynamics of metamorphosis, becoming, fullness and emptiness of life, macro and microcosmos. Through her work she creates tensions, dissonances, trying to match interior and exterior, contraction and expansion in between form and formlessness. She works with water in general and organic materials, such as paper, capable of undergoing the changes of time.

Better than Prince

Here is a great little music video for the Flairs "Better

than Prince." I'm not so much into the song as I am into

the animation. The lyrics are funny only they repeat

themselves over and over. It is pretty entertaining. And

to be completely honest, I like this way better than I

like Prince. I really only respect Prince as a musician.

Wizard Smoke

Wizard Smoke from Salazar on Vimeo.

This video has been around a little, but I just can't get over it. I love the concept, the music and it is just brilliantly filmed. It's from Salazar Productions featuring, Bradley Sheppard, Alien, Nate Lacoste, Chris Connolly, Nate Roline, Stacy Gabriel, Mike Klinkhamer, and Rob Rickaby Directed By Liam Mitchell Shot By Nathan Drillot and Liam Mitchell.

Fukt Magazine

Fukt is a magazine for contemporary Drawing based in Berlin. It is published annually and takes submissions. They are on issue No. 7 2009.

Ciara Phelan

Above is the collage work of London designer/illustrator Ciara Phelan. She has done some great work featured in IdN, Computer Arts and has been published by Die Gestalten Verlag.

If Drawings Were Photographs

It's Nice That has released their first 'zine, If Drawings Were Photographs. It is such a great idea, I can't believe it wasn't done sooner. Explained plainly as: "Rob came up with the idea and then asked me to do the drawings. The book is essentially about trying to recreate my drawings as photographs using anything that Rob could find." Simple. Fun. Done. Purchase it here.

Bot'Ox

This is the music video for French musicians Bot'Ox. It was directed by the amazing Swiss graphic designers/artists, Körner Union and produced by Big. It's a surreal look at flat-black Ford Focus station wagon hitting inflatable objects in slow motion. It is simple, beautiful and fun to watch.

Feaverish Photography blog

Monday morning web-wandering brought this amazing photography blog to my toes. Feaverish Photography is the work of Los Angeles based photographer and web designer Aaron Feaver. His photography blog is a collection of things that inspire him in photography, whether it is fashion, lifestyle, landscape, reportage, etc. He has some amazing work in his portfolio and a great eye for collecting and posting inspirations. Note: "A word about blog content: Photographers are frequently inspired by things your boss might prefer you not be inspired by at work. Breasts, butts, etc. I’m not going to censor the site, so be warned." A. Feaver

Charlotte Gainsbourg and Beck

Charlotte Gainsbourg featuring Beck – Heaven Can Wait.

This is an amazing video directed by Keith Schofield. It is as if every scene could be it's own single work of art. This video is surreal and has a lot of interesting emotional and social twists. Enjoy.

Perfect Sunday short film - The Discipline of D.E.

William Burroughs - Do Easy

Film By Gus Van Sant

D.E. is a way of doing. It is a way of doing everything you do. DE simply means doing whatever you do in the easiest most relaxed way you can manage which is also the quickest and most efficient way, as you will find as you advance in D.E."

LA Art Openings and Events - Nov. 20-22

Barry McGee
Phil Frost

Featured show:

Fri, Nov. 20th

PRISM

8746 West Sunset Blvd. in West Hollywood

“MINDTHEGAP” featuring new works from Barry McGee and Phil Frost

(On view through Feb. 20th, 2010)

http://www.prismla.com

Other Events:

Fri, Sat, Nov. 20th 7-10PM

Gallery 1988 Los Angeles

“Badass Cinema” featuring original movie merchandise including cult t-shirts plus exclusive and rare posters all from the Mondo archives + live painting from Skinner & live screen printing from Harry Diaz

(One-night only special event)

7020 Melrose Ave in Los Angeles / 323.937.7088

www.nineteeneightyeight.com

Sat, Nov. 21st 7-10:30PM

Black Maria Gallery

3137 Glendale Blvd, Los Angeles / 818.613.9090

“Black Market at Black Maria: Skip The Mall” annual group show featuring works from Nanami Cowdroy, Steve Daily, Lauren Gardiner, Tom Haubrick, Michael Hsiung, Aaron Kraten, Danni Shinya Luo, Paul Nagel, Shark Toof and many more

(On view through Jan. 2nd, 2010)

www.blackmariagallery.com

Sat, Nov. 21st 8-11PM

Corey Helford Gallery

8522 Washington Blvd in Culver City / 310.287.2340

“Autumn’s Come Undone” featuring new works and large format giclee prints from Josh Agle (aka SHAG)

(On view through Dec. 9th)

www.coreyhelfordgallery.com

Sat, Nov. 21st 7-11PM

MOCA Grand Avenue

250 South Grand Avenue in downtown Los Angeles

“Collection: MOCA’s First Thirty Years” – members’ opening (free to museum members / $25 for those attending with a member) – featuring a performance from LA-based artist collective My Barbarian

See www.moca.org/party for full details

Sat, Nov. 21st 7-10PM

Switcheroo Workshop

543-B South Raymond in Pasadena

“Holiday Party” with Amanda Visell and Tim Biskup featuring the release of their limited edition hand-painted collaborative sculpture ‘HelperCentaurEphunt’

www.myswitcheroo.com/

Sat, Nov. 21st 6-9PM

The Torrance Art Museum

3320 Civic Center Drive in Torrance

“First Eyes on the World” featuring new works from Jean-Pierre Roy

(On view through Dec. 19th)

www.torranceartmuseum.com/

Sun, Nov. 22nd 5-8PM ($10 admission)

The G2 Gallery

1503 Abbot Kinney Blvd in Venice

“Venice Art Walls Benefit Art Auction” to raise funds for the public program on Venice Beach – featuring works from Asylm, Axis, Robbie Conal, Kofie, Make, Man One, Mear One, Swank, Vyal, and many more

www.veniceartwalls.com

Sun, Nov. 22nd Noon-6PM

33third Los Angeles / Mid-City Arts

5111 W. Pico Blvd. in Los Angeles

“The First Annual Montana Exhibition” featuring works and live painting from Apex (SF), Jase (SF), King 157 (SJ), Neon (SF), Revok (LA), Rime (LA), Saber (LA), Sever (ATL), Vulcan (SF) – all Montana products will be on sale during this special live painting event

www.midcity-arts.com/

Bb 2.0

I have seen a lot of different YouTube compilation videos, but so far this one takes the cake. Described here:

"In Bb 2.0 is a collaborative music and spoken word project conceived by Darren Solomon from Science for Girls, and developed with contributions from users. The videos can be played simultaneously -- the soundtracks will work together, and the mix can be adjusted with the individual volume sliders."

Littlewing

Geneva, Switzerland born, Leïla Berney is a 17 year old photographer living in Sydney, Australia. She is a very talented photographer for such a young age, keep it up.

Strawberries Need Rain

I happened across the work of Swiss born artist Carol Bove today. Her body of work consists of collage, sculpture, drawing, installations and more that blurs the lines of categorization. Via Dennis Kimmerich Gallery.

Community Service Announcement

Community Service Announcement - Jonathan Boulet from Modular People on Vimeo.

This is a video for 21 yr. old Australian musician Jonathan Boulet. He is a new addition to Modular Record label. This video was directed by New Zealand duo Special Problems who also created a great video for Tame Imapla. See original post here.

Found via booooooom.

Zimoun

Zimoun : Sound Sculptures & Installations | Compilation Video V1.3 from ZIMOUN VIDEO ARCHIVE on Vimeo.

This is a collection of incredible sound sculpture by Swiss sound artist Zimoun. It's quite an amazing collection of sound installations. You know it's good when you think to yourself, "Why didn't I think of this?"

It Matters To Me

The illustration work of San Francisco based Alexis Anne Mackenzie is delicate and unique and should be look at by you. Have a look here.

Weird Like You

If you fancy blown-out, ominous and layered imagery of nature and people, you should cruise the site of photographer Kristopher Keith Helton. He also has quite a lot of great pics of people/friends on his Flickr page.

Splitting the Difference

Seattle artist Victoria Haven creates some delicate geometric line drawings and paintings on paper.

Via but does it float.

Fabian Seiz

Austrian painter/sculpter, Fabian Seiz, has some intriguing work on the site of Layr Wuestenhagen gallery.

Like a Rolling Stone

This is a 2006 music video for Japanese musician Cornelius. It was directed by Koichiro Tsujikawa and is very hypnotic. It's an interesting commentary on the monotony of contemporary life. I don't know about you but I get so tired of sitting on my elephant while it dances with a beetle.

LA Art Openings and Events - Nov. 13-15

LOS ANGELES:

Fri, Nov. 13th 7PM-2AM ($10 donation for Heal The Bay at door)

BOXeight

1446 E. Washington Blvd. in downtown Los Angeles

“ARTBOX” – a special exhibition benefiting Heal The Bay curated by Warren Brand and featuring work from a vast array of local artists as well as select works from Thinkspace, Gallery Nucleus and The Ronin Gallery + a live DJ set from Biz Markie, cash bars, and much more – group show features such names as David Flores, Crash, Augustine Kofie, Angry Woebots, Stella Im Hultberg, Audrey Kawasaki, Mike Brown, Thomas Han, Brian M. Viveros, Joao Ruas, Peekaboo, Asia Eng, Joseph McSween (aka 2H), Tony Philippou, Allison Sommers, Brett Amory, Emmeric Konrad, Tran Nguyen, Emek, Yosuke Ueno, Kelly Vivanco, Michael Pukac, Mear One and many more plus live painting from Mear One and Michael Pukac – valet parking available at lot next door

www.healthebay.org

www.boxeight.com

Fri, Nov. 13th & Sat, Nov. 14th 7-11PM both nights ($10 admission / 18+ only)

City Center Hotel

1135 West 7th Street in Los Angeles

“Dirty Show” – world famous erotic art show – over 100 artists offer a scintillating display of modern erotica

www.dirtyshow.org

Fri, Nov. 13th 7-10PM

De La Barracuda

7769 Melrose Ave in Los Angeles

“I Hate Everyone But You” featuring new works from Tim Biskup, Matt Goldman & friends

www.barracudashop.com

Fri, Nov. 13th 6-9PM

La Luz De Jesus Gallery

4633 Hollywood Blvd. in Los Angeles / 323.666.7667

Book signing event with Lisa Petrucci for “Kickass Cuties” and Isabel Samaras for “On Tender Hooks”

(Special one-night only event)

www.laluzdejesus.com

Fri, Nov. 13th 7-10PM

LeBasse Projects

6023 Washington Blvd in Culver City / 310.558.0200

“Natural Wonders” featuring new works from Kevin E. Taylor, James Roper and Jeremy Lynch

www.lebasseprojects.com

Fri, Nov. 13th 8-11PM

New Puppy Gallery

2808 Elm Street, Unit 1 in Los Angeles

“Golden Age” featuring new works and a massive installation from Dabs Myla and a group show featuring works from Greg ‘Craola’ Simkins, Luke Chueh, Jersey Joe, Persue, Logan Hicks, Paul Chatem, Anne Faith Nichols, Jacob Arden McClure, Peekaboo, Daryll Peirce, Peat Wollaeger, L. Croskey, Asylm, Buff Monster, Josh Hart, Phil Lumbang and many more

(On view through Nov. 22nd)

www.dabsmyla.com

Fri, Nov. 13th 7-10PM

Ronin Gallery

1924 Echo Park Ave in Los Angeles

“Urban Audio Manifesto” featuring the sculptural found object work of Mikal Hameed (aka MIIX)

www.theroningallery.com

Sat, Nov. 14th 7-10PM ($10 admission)

Gallery Nucleus

210 E. Main St., Alhambra / 626.458.7482

Dr. Sketchy’s Los Angeles live figure drawing event

(One-night only event)

http://drsketchyroadshow.wordpress.com/

www.gallerynucleus.com

Sat, Nov. 14th 6:30-10PM

GR2

2062 Sawtelle Blvd in Los Angeles / 310.445.9276

“Please Be Brave” featuring new works from Deth P. Sun including 200 5”x5” paintings

(On view through Dec. 2nd)

www.gr2.net

Sat, Nov. 14th 8-11PM (hosted by Jason Lee)

Merry Karnowsky Gallery

170 South La Brea Ave. in Los Angeles / 323.933.4408

“East Of Eden” featuring new works from Mercedes Helnwein – exhibit sponsored by WeSC

(On view through Dec. 19th)

www.mkgallery.com

Sat, Nov. 14th 5-10PM

Orange Coast College – Frank M. Doyl Arts Pavilion

2701 Fairview Road in Costa Mesa / 714.443.5102

The Art of Alex Grey – selections from Grey’s “The Sacred Mirror” series including more than 300 self-portraits spanning over 40 years and much more – a do not miss exhibition

(On view through Dec. 18th)

www.orangecoastcollege.edu

Sat, Nov. 14th 7-10PM

Billy Shire Fine Arts

5790 Washington Blvd. in Los Angeles / 323.297.0600

“American Animals” featuring new works from Liz McGrath + new works also on view from Charlie Immer, David Anderle, and Gail Potocki

(On view through Dec. 5th)

www.billyshirefinearts.com

Sun, Nov. 15th – Fri, Nov. 20th

MOCA Grand Avenue & The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA

Both Museums open their doors to the public for free during the huge opening week of “Collection: MOCA’s First Thirty Years” – open for free during museum hours only courtesy of Ovation TV. Also open extended hours on Thursday from 5-8PM courtesy of Wells Fargo

Check the site for full details – www.moca.org

Via Arrested Motion

puppe*

Another great artist from Argentina is Valeria Montero or Puppe. She has a large and beautiful collection of work ranging from drawings to arrangements/installations to paintings. Check out her Flickr page here.

Ceremonia/Ceremony

I find much to like in the work of Argentinian artist Hernán Paganini. His website is under construction but you can find images of his work via his Flickr page. Above is Portal Azul, espacio para meditar / Blue Gate, space to meditate.

DOCK ELLIS & THE LSD NO-NO

Landmasses and Railways

The B&W photography of Bertrand Fleuret is quite amazing. Some images are multi-exposure-lovliness while others are banal, contextually simplistic moments from life. He captures it all so well. Enjoy.

Kelly Allen

"Through combining a wide variety of images from a range of sources, I seek to create connections between subjects that are typically regarded as unrelated. By researching symbolism culled from a collection of cultural and spiritual dictionaries, I gain a new understanding for animals, colors, shapes, and so on. These creative attributes have served to aid people throughout history by honoring and respecting the creatures and substance of every day life. I am fascinated with the human compulsion to create meaning and narratives for subjects and occurrences in the world, on both the personal and the cultural level.

Life is amazing, mysterious, and rich with beauty and knowledge. It is also filled with opportunities to develop wisdom, which, at its deepest level, provides peace of mind and spirit. My work is here for you to awaken your imagination, spark your curiosity, and find connections between creatures and forms. Here you can be released from the constraints of time and obligation. Invent your own connections, or just look closely." -- Kelly Allen

via boooooom

James Gallagher

Using old book pages, newsprint, mixed paper and magazines, James Gallagher creates some very appealing collages.

Synthetic Voices

Sublime, etherial, and free-spirited photography by Mark Borthwick. He also has a show up in LA.

MARK BORTHWICK
“Love to you and all your loves”
From November 6th, 2009
MAMEG
9970 South Santa Monica Blvd
Beverly Hills, CA 90212

MOCA ♥ YOU

MOCA ♥s YOU Complimentary Museum Admission SUNDAY, NOV 15–FRIDAY, NOV 20 MOCA Grand Avenue and The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA MOCA opens its doors and brings its acclaimed collection of postwar art to the community with complimentary admission during the opening week of Collection: MOCA’s First Thirty Years.

COLLECTION: MOCA'S FIRST THIRTY YEARS

11.15.09 - 05.03.10

More than 500 art works by more than 200 artists, 1940-NOW.

On the occasion of its 30th anniversary, The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles (MOCA), unveils Collection: MOCA's First Thirty Years, the largest comprehensive installation to date of its renowned permanent collection. MOCA's collection, which numbers nearly 6,000 works dating from 1939 to the present day, is internationally regarded as one of the most important collections of postwar art in the world. While works from the collection have been seen in over 100 thematic exhibitions at MOCA since the museum's founding in 1979, the new installation will make a significant portion of the collection accessible to the public on an long-term basis. The layout of Collection: MOCA's First Thirty Years will be chronological, providing a comprehensive history of the last 70 years of contemporary art and touching on every significant movement and development during this period. Filling the galleries at both of MOCA's downtown Los Angeles locations, the installation will occupy 24,000 square feet of exhibition space at MOCA Grand Avenue with works dating from 1939 through 1980, and an additional 26,000 square feet of exhibition space at The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA with works dating from 1980 to the present. Geographical as well as ideological overlaps and distinctions will be highlighted, and a mix of well established and lesser-known artists will be featured. Collection: MOCA's First Thirty Years will include works in various media by Diane Arbus, Chris Burden, Willem de Kooning, Oyvind Fahlstrom, Alberto Giacometti, Nan Goldin, Robert Irwin, Donald Judd, On Kawara, Mike Kelley, Franz Kline, Paul McCarthy, Piet Mondrian, Bruce Nauman, Claes Oldenburg, Jackson Pollock, Robert Rauschenberg, Mark Rothko, and Antoni Tapies, among many other artists.

go to MOCA for more info....

Stuart Cumberland

Stumbled across the paintings of Stuart Cumberland today. He has quite an enormous body of work on his site. Unfortunately, there is not much info on him.