All images you see here are credited to the said artist unless otherwise stated. And for the most part, always used with permission. Here and there I skimp.
Ashley just gave me a heads up about the t-shirt she just did with Pac Sun. Ummmmm, it's AH-mazing. I actually met Ashley through the blog when she reached out and sent me an email awhile back. She is a true gem. Her drawing is like nothing I have seen, with an attention to detail that is just sick. She's got talent for miles. I am completely wild about her psychedelic style. I hit add to cart immediately.
P.S. The above print was used w/out permission, although I swear I asked.
I am in love with Steve Powers if only because of his incredible lettering alone. If you're not even mildly fascinated by ESPO, I suggest you get your head examined. I'm talking Renaissance. Plus, any once been graffiti artist that wears his heart on his sleeve and works to create community?...hook, line and sinker, I'm sunk. It's all over. I'm ga-ga. See more of ESPO's show that opened on Saturday at White Walls.
Check out install photos as well. Fecal has also got up some great opening night shots.
This week's post is mostly natural history related, with a few curve-balls thrown in for good measure.
This edgy piece has sat in my Etsy cart for many days. Snakeskin + metallic lace = all manner of YES.
Lately I've been digging raw chunks of rock (pun not intentional). Doesn't this amethyst just look....delectable? The texture is so craggy and gorgeous. I don't know why, but it kinda reminds me of chewing on marshmallows through the plastic bag: you know you shouldn't, but it's hard not to try, just once for the texture.
Wow. These recycled negative earrings are unlike anything I've ever seen. Definitely on my list.
My Wonderland makes my toes curl (the joyful kind of curl). This feather collar is the kind of bold // Gothic // witchy look that proves to be a real conversation starter. I imagine wearing this everywhere, including the laundromat, while opening presents Christmas morning and to an awkward church service.
Teresa of Oh LeoLuca Vintage makes everything she wears look totally effortless and chic. This faux fur cheetah print beauty has been tempting me for too long. Fur is my jam these days.
I've been captivated by that whole Dr. Zhivago, fur hat phenomenon lately. There are some prime specimens to be had on Etsy. This vintage mink number is a rich mahogany. (Dr. Zhivago photos from WHY FASHION?)
My obsession with plants knows no end. These pussy willow earrings are enchanting, to say the least.
This vintage faux coral chunk is a fascinating piece. I'd put it in my curio cabinet with some tin types and call it a day.
The ikat fabric of this vibrant cocktail dress definitely caught my attention. Damn!
Sara Lagace's recycled fur gloves and jewelry is definitely on my holiday shortlist.
YES. Any and all snake accessories are welcome in my stocking. They bring to mind so many varied associations: Cleopatra, "Don't tread on me," and Adam and Eve, to start.
Be still, my Gothic Lolita-in-training heart. Red velvet + antlers = luv! Melissa Dixson is a true taxidermy artist. I own a fox tail key chain by her and I wear it with pride.
I hope you've enjoyed this gift guide! Stay tuned for more in the weeks to come.
I got home yesterday afternoon from my daily sniff, otherwise known as a geriatric walk for my 13 year old pitbull, to a very, pleasant postal surprise. Waiting for me was a thick envelope from Lizzy Stewart. To be expected, the package was full of awesome. I am such a huge fan of Lizzy's drawing, so I was pretty stoked. Lizzy's line work is delicate and feather like. Her style is truly her own.
I asked Lizzy to tell me a little bit about the zines she enclosed, Dead Landscapes and Ladies,:
"'Dead Landscapes' was based around a quote from a short story a friend of mine wrote 'they loved the landscape to death'. It sort of inspired me to use natural elements to tell the story of the breakdown of a relationship...i'm not sure how it comes across but to me it its a sort of bleak look at how this (fictional) couple gradually lost love in these bleak places...'Ladies' is rather more simple. I just wanted to draw a load of vintage hotties!"
Fair enough. Check out Lizzy's products in her etsy store. My very fav item has got to be Anja's Tattoos.
I found Kelie Bowman's work through Cinder's Gallery and immediately wanted to eat it, I mean loved it. I'm pretty sure we grew up in similar households. It's obvious from all the car paintings and clothes strewn about that she and her family ate McDonald's in the car. And that quite possibly television raised her. Obvious conclusions. Right? See more of her sweet paintings on Cinder's.
Oh wow, I just love this print by Jay Howell that TS released tonight. It's so happy and lovely and just plain great. I won't waste any more time typing about it...for I am sure once I am done, it'll be gone...
Just a quick note -
Boy wonder, Alex Lukas is showing some of his newest work at Glowlab in NYC. The show will be up until December 6th. If you're in the area, go.
Last week I started a flickr pool for enthusiasts of ML4U to upload images of their art, photographs, gallery opening shots, etc. It has been so awesome to see the work and check out reader's other work that maybe they haven't posted in the pool...It's been pretty exciting. I think what's the most exciting for me though, is too see some of my favorite artists mixed in with artists I have yet to meet. I love community. Keep it going! If you haven't joined, please do!
I have chosen some of my favorites that were posted last week and posted them. I have linked each person below the image to their flickr profile. The above image is from RYN TMRW. This will be a weekly feature, so tune in!
I have been super into gems and crystals lately, I've actually had a couple placed strategically in tattoos on me I'm that fascinated by them (should pan out really well when I'm like 80). So you may understand why the print: The Jewel In Time Becomes Jaded In Time by Justin Richel over at Working Proof makes me kinda gaga. Throw in a colonial dude and some lush crystals and I'm sold! A percentage of all sales go to Architecture for Humanity. Be sure to check out more of Justin's work, he's a Jedi with a paint brush.
I absolutely love the concept behind the internet boutique Supermarket Sarah. It's brilliant. Sarah's living room wall works as a virtual shop, covered in found treasures, art and unique vintage finds. Each piece on the wall is for sale, you simply hover over to see what has sold, what hasn't and click away! It's like nothing I have seen before. I can't rave about it enough, I am so excited by the idea!
Tired of the corporate world, Sarah decided to set up shop in her home, right around the corner from London's infamous outdoor Portobello Market where she also has her own stall. Sarah curates an incredibly unique shopping experience with wild and quirky items, often times inviting other artists to visit her "wall". Be sure to take a virtual stroll through Sarah's living room, and make sure you check out past walls. So cool.
Lisa Hanawalt recently released her book, I Want You through Buenaventura Press. It's chock full of Lisa's super rad drawings. If you hurry you may be able to snatch up one of the signed and doodled in copies by Lisa. Also available on her website is her award winning 'zine Stay Away From Other People. To see more of Lisa's detailed drawerings check out her flickr page.
Ashkahn's bold colors and his keen sense of humor are unmistakable and always brings a smile to my face. Plus he's just a really good doodle (that's the cuter version of 'dude'.) Very giving and kind. I love all of his stuff for sure, but right now I am really feeling this rad rainbow print. Says so much. ;)
NONE MORE BLACK opened a few weeks ago at 4th Wall Project here in Boston and I have finally gotten around to putting together a couple facebook albums. Honestly, I was hoping to get them up sooner but between a full time job, the blog and well, life in general, I have no idea where the time has gone! It was an awesome show. Tony, Bill, Chad and Elisabeth all worked really hard for this show. I was beyond pleased with the turn out.
I've posted a few pics here for your viewing pleasure and if you'd like to see more mosey on over to this album of the install and this album of the opening. There are a ton more detailed photos in the albums, I hope you enjoy them! Oh and the show has actually been extended and will carry through the end of the month.
