Thursday, July 12, 2012
Friends of Republic: King Brown Mag & Klughaus Gallery - July 26, NYC
| JULY 26–AUGUST 2, 2012 / KLUGHAUS GALLERY http:// NEW YORK, NY, Klughaus Gallery is pleased to present: Australia’s “Kingbrown Magazine” / Launch and Opening Exhibition. We are thrilled to announce the official launch and exhibition of Kingbrown Magazine, Edition #8, co-curated by Morning Breath on July 26th, 2012 at Klughaus Gallery/47 Monroe Street NYC, NY from 6:00pm - 11:00pm. Kingbrown and Morning Breath have collaborated with curators, John Leo and Melissa McCaig-Welles to bring you a dynamic collection of skateboard inspired artwork. The exhibition will showcase some of the world’s most influential artists from members of the infamous Girl/Chocolate Art Dump, pioneers in NYC graffiti, talented illustrators, animators, art stars from Australia, sculptors, and that guy living in the NY green diamond. Kingbrown is a distinctively designed magazine, sitting somewhere between a book, a magazine and an art zine. As a super limited edition periodical, delivered inside a hand silkscreened brown bag, sewn closed with artist stickers and posters included, Kingbrown remains different from any other publication. Conceived in 2006 by co-creators Yok and Ian Mutch in Perth, Australia, Kingbrown’s mission was to produce a limited edition work of art, which would reach a wider audience, allowing accessibility to the public and its entirety. Each “magazine” is handcrafted and designed by some of the world’s leading innovators of photography, illustration and urban and skateboard art and design. Produced on museum quality paper, each page is a collectable item, individually sealed and packaged. Now in its 8th edition, Kingbrown has achieved worldwide success and is now launching for the first time in the US. The term “Kingbrown” is Australian slang for a 40oz, and the magazine’s slogan “wrapped in a brown bag, just like a good 40 should”, is just as original as the artists it represents. This latest 8th edition, co-curated by the renowned collaborative, “Morning Breath”, focuses it’s topic on the visually rich artists who have influenced the world of skateboarding. The impressive line-up includes Morning Breath, Andy Jenkins, Chris Cycle, Dave Kinsey, "Grotesk" aka Kimou Meyer, Stefan Marx, Kevin Lyons, Mike Giant, “Razauno”, aka Max Vogel, Greg Lamarche, Zach Malfa-Kowalski, Steve Gourlay and Ben Horton, all of whom have contributed to this limited 8th edition of Kingbrown Magazine. "King Brown Magazine filled with artists interviews and other goodness printed on high quality paper." Fecal Face "…thoughtfully curated, showcasing contemporary artists from around the world." Juxtapoz "Full of interesting conversations with designers and artists, this fresh new publication out of Australia hand-picks some of the most exciting new talent from around the globe." Empty Magazine “One of the most overlooked, best produced street art publications on the planet ” Kevin Lyons - Girl / Art Dump Questions about Kingbrown Magazine, please contact Kingbrown Magazine at: info@kingbrownmag.com If youwould like to order a copy of the magazine please visitwww.kingbrownmag.com/shop Questions regarding the artists or the exhibition please contact melissa@mccaigwelles.com |
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Republic Worldwide Artist Eric Diehl (INTERVIEW) : On View at Bushwick Open Studios 2012 - This Weekend!
As Republic Worldwide Artist Eric Diehl gets set to open the doors to the place where he does his best work we sit down with him to talk about Bushwick, Brooklyn and BROOKLYN OPEN STUDIOS 2012 this week end!
For maps and exhibitors please visit www.artsinbushwick.org or www.republicworldwide.com
And dont forget to vist www.republicworldwide.com/artists/eric_diehl/ for more images and great deals on some of his best work including his series of rooftop paintings of Bushwick from above!
And dont forget to vist www.republicworldwide.com/artists/eric_diehl/ for more images and great deals on some of his best work including his series of rooftop paintings of Bushwick from above!
(Republic WorldWide) Where is your studio?
(Eric Diehl) I'm in the NY Studio Factory building at 44 Stewart Ave, off the Jefferson stop on the L.
(RWW) Tell me a little about how you became involved in the arts.
(E.D.) From growing up in a more rural town of Pennsylvania, I didn't have a whole lot of outside distractions, so I've always been involved in the arts from a young age - maybe 3 or 4 with the drawing and painting, and then around 6 I started playing piano and singing, later switching to saxophone. I also spent a lot of time acting in a local regional theater during my teenage years. The one constant was visual art, which I probably decided (secretly) around 13-14 that I wanted to pursue in college and later on as a career.
(RWW) Why did you choose to set up your studio in Bushwick?
(E.D.) When I started renting 3 years ago, Bushwick seemed like the most accessible neighborhood to where I was living in Bed-Stuy, and quite frankly, the only neighborhood in north Brooklyn in which I could afford renting a studio space. I think many other artists before and after me had those reasons to get a space in Bushwick, but it fits because a lot of the buildings that haven't been converted into studios are still working businesses that are busy, loud, and bustling during the work week. I like that energy, and so I try to schedule my studio hours similarly to their hours of operation. Most days I'm not beginning at 9am sharp, but I at least put in a full days work when I get into "the office".
(RWW) What do you think are some of the advantages of working in this neighborhood?
(E.D.) Space economy and location. Although it's now becoming more expensive to live/work in Bushwick, the fact that it's on the L and JMZ trains with a quick commute to the entire downtown Manhattan art world will never change...and the legitimacy of Bushwick's own gallery market should only grow because of that. Another major advantage is being amongst so many creative individuals leading to a healthy competitive energy in the neighborhood. Any time I get too complacent, I'll find someone's work that challenges me to push beyond what I'm comfortable with. I also reap much emotional support from other artist friends to keep working and vice versa.
(RWW) How does the neighborhood inspire you? How does it influence your work?
(E.D.) The remnants of manufacturing and industry that still exists motivates my work habits in trying to keep regular studio hours, but I'd say the flat planes of concrete, brick, and stone - whose perceived colors are constantly changing with the daylight is the most special to me. It definitely influences my work, and many cityscape views of the neighborhood sneak into my paintings. With many manufacturing buildings lacking windows, the broad sections of walls and roofs allows me to focus on what the light is doing, rather than getting too distracted with perspective lines and drawing. And the anonymity of many buildings allows me to dream about their history and back story and what they used to house or produce in their glory days.
(RWW) Can you tell me about a few of your favorite places to visit outside of your studio in Bushwick?
(E.D.) Yes. A major stop is definitely rooftops of other friends' studios. The Troutman building has a beautiful deck. But then I also get excited about Drink and Draw at 3rd Ward on Wednesday nights, El Fogon for some tacos and a beer on Flushing Ave, and watching cars get impounded across the street from my studio on Stewart Ave. In contrast, riding my bicycle past the Waste Management station around Johnson and Varick on a hot summer's eve is probably the worst, though. Try it and you'll know why.
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
NEW Book Collages Available from Doug Groupp exclusively through Republic Worldwide!
New York City artist Doug Groupp has carefully hand crafted a whole new series of his famous book collages available only through Republic Worldwide. All pieces are framed and shipping/delivery is included in the price. contact jason@republicworldwide for more information.
All collages are $225 (exclusively throughout the summer). These wont last long!
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Monday, March 21, 2011
Republic Reports From the Armory Show for Jetsetter.com
Dispatch: New York’s Biggest Art Weekend
New York City’s contemporary art world is constantly transforming — within the historic district of Chelsea alone, there are more than 350 world-class art galleries and exhibition spaces. That’s a lot of ground to cover! But three recent shows — The Armory Show, The Fountain Art Fair, and The Verge, offer a great overview of the art world as it lives now. Jason Patrick Voegele — curator, artist, writer and founder of Republic Worldwide [www.republicworldwide.com] — was there and has this report.
The Armory Show
Every March 3rd through 6th, NewYork City plays host to the hippest collection of art fairs known to man. Its called Armory Week and if you play your cards right you can catch some of the best artist and art dealers in the world all at once.
The centerpiece of this creative cluster is of course the Armory Show, serving up over 300 blue chip galleries showcasing the best of the best for sale and celebration. The Armory Show is the largest and most prestigious art fair in the world divided into two parts – Modern and Contemporary, so whether it’s a newfound appreciation for the next generation of conceptual art stars or if your looking for a classic investment in the masters of bygone days, this art fair has literally something for everyone to walk away with.
Saturday, September 18, 2010
http://www.sukkahcity.com THIS SUNDAY SEPT 19 in UNION SQUARE
Biblical in origin, the sukkah is an ephemeral, elemental shelter, erected for one week each fall, in which it is customary to share meals, entertain, sleep, and rejoice.
'Sukkah City' is an international design competition to re-imagine this ancient phenomenon, develop new methods of material practice and parametric design, and propose radical possibilities for traditional design constraints in a contemporary urban site. Twelve finalists were selected by a panel of celebrated architects, designers, and critics to be constructed in a visionary village in Union Square Park from September 19-20, 2010.
One structure will be chosen by New Yorkers to stand and delight throughout the week-long festival of Sukkot as the People's Choice Sukkah of New York City. The process and results of the competition, along with construction documentation and critical essays, will be published in the forthcoming book "Sukkah City: Radically Temporary Architecture for the Next Three Thousand Years."
Selected entries will also be displayed in an exhibit at the Center for Architecture in New York City during September 2010.
Next year, Sukkah City will expand from New York City to cities all around the world. If your community would like to be part of Sukkah City 2011, please contact us at sukkahcity@gmail.com.
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
The Chelsea Beat and Free Booze Review: OPENINGS AND GOINGS ON AROUND CHELSEA Thursday Sep...
The Chelsea Beat and Free Booze Review: OPENINGS AND GOINGS ON AROUND CHELSEA Thursday Sep...: "Openings in Chelsea Thursday 9/9/10 Santiago Sierra opens at Team, 83 Grand St, btw Greene and Wooster, 6-8pm Ed Welsh Signs at Ricco/Mares..."
Monday, August 23, 2010
Friends from Albany Bringing the Goodness to NYC - Go see the show!
Convergence NYC Art Benefit to Help Operation Homefront –Aug. 27-29 NYC Artists Benefit Supports Military Service Members
New York City, NY-Artist from across the world converge in NYC to present an epic exhibition benefitting families who have lost loved ones due to the Afghan and Iraq wars. CONVERGENCE NYC will be presenting art to the public, Aug. 27th –29th , at the Historic 69th Fighting Regiment’s Armory located at 68 Lexington Ave & 25th St. During these three days the public is invited to enjoy art and live music, while getting the unique opportunity to meet and mingle with the over 70 participating artists. Fifty percent of all sales will be donated to the NY/NJ chapter of Operation Homefront.
Operation Homefront provides emergency, financial and other assistance to the families of our service members and wounded warriors. A national nonprofit, Operation Homefront leads more than 4,500 volunteers across 23 chapters and has met more than 267,000 needs since 2002. With over 70 Artist and Performers, CONVERGENCE NYC is going to be an exhibition of grand artistic proportions.
Venue History: The 1913 Armory Show The downtown 25th St. and Lexington Ave. Armory was the site of the historic 1913 “Armory Show” in which Picasso, Duchamp, Matisse, and many other world renowned visionary artists’ premiered their ground-breaking works, which changed art history forever. CONVERGENCE NYC draws inspiration from the rawness of this historic event and blends it with today’s edgy aesthetic. Urban art lovers, young professionals, contemporary art collectors, and emerging artist are all invited. CONVERGENCE NYC builds on the notion that as we unite as an entity, ideas are created and history will be made.
Artist include: Marta Alexandra Abbott, Scott Micheal Ackerman, Meech Art, The Phantom Street Artist, Of B&AB, Brian Balderston, Sam Bassett, Al Benkin, Jennie Booth, Tracy Von Becker, Annika Connor, Just Seeds Collection, Alex Contompasis, Samson Contompasis, Victor W. Cox, Deacon Czar, Jack Davietshin, Lauren Jean Domsky, DumbWon, Georgia Dormeus, Gregory Dunn II, Jacqueline VanDusen & Gabriel Escobar, Mike Ferrari, Jonathan Fritz, Gabby, GAIA, Austin Gamsjager, Kristin Gambell, Eleanor Gilpatrick, Ben Godward, Chucky Grimm, Lauren Hoffen, John C. Kuchera, Kaliptus, Brian Leo, Chealsea Greene Lewta, Miller Lopez, Christina Mannino, Seth Mathurin, Josh Matson, Liz Medina, Laura Meyers, Greyegg McKenna, Erica Morgan, Luis Monteagudo, PAPERGIRL PROJECT NY, Courtney Novak, Dwell & Oneunit, Nicholas Papadakis, Joseph Puma, Danny Quirk, RAD!CAL, Lance Rautzhan, Chris Reynolds, B. Scribles, Miss Chloe & Mister Sebastien, CAKE & Patrick Seeley, Rob Servo, Jason Shelowitz, Anslem Skogstad, Corrina Snider, The Free Art Society, Mani the Uncanny, Meghan VanAlstine, Mathew VanAlstine, Ron & Valerie Vanone, Hans Wolf… More to be announced at the show.
Preformers Include: FRIDAY: DJ TRUMASTER, DJ DWELL
SATURDAY: Egemen Sanli, Homespun Vector, Mr. Pants and the Adventure Soundtrack, Match Party, Forbidden Fruit, DJ DWELL & DJ LOS,
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