Japanese art phenom Takashi Murakami has brought his wares to the Brooklyn Museum for a retrospective exhibition. The massive installation revisits older work dating back over 15 years, which allows new fans of his Superflat styling a rare opportunity to see some earlier work they might never experience otherwise.
Leave it to Undefeated to revamp a pair of Chuck Taylors into one of the most exciting Converse sneakers in some time. As part of the Product Red charity program, Converse got together with Undefeated, who in turn reached out to designer Geoff McFetridge to create these shoes and some accompanying gear. The resulting No Raw Dogs release is layered with meaning and lends itself perfectly with the history and culture surrounding an iconic shoe.
While Kidrobot prepares an updated (and hopefully roomier) New York location, they have set up a temporary Pirate Store, which has already played host to several events, with the most recent being a live painting of a massive 48″ Dunny by Tara McPherson. Tara created an awe inspiring figure in her trademark style and even stuck around to sign and sketch for fans who turned out for the event. It’s great to see Kidrobot encouraging people to appreciate the craft of the artists, since many seem to get more wrapped up in ratios and after market value. Check out some more pictures, including the finished piece after the jump.
They’re here! Today officially marks the start of Marvel’s Secret Invasion with the arrival of Secret Invasion #1. Brian Michael Bendis has had this story simmering in the pot over at New Avengers for years, and only recently has it started to bubble over into stories like Captain Marvel and Mighty Avengers. But now, the story has officially reached boiling point! I just finished reading the first issue, and while I won’t ruin the major reveals, I can say for certain this series is set to literally blow the Marvel universe wide open.
It’s nearing the end of March which means we have a preview of the upcoming KidRobot toy releases for April. This month there’s a little something for everyon. Late night TV nerds can pick up the new Adult Swim minis, creepy Myspace lurkers have a half naked Peecol figure, Romero fans and resellers have a new Dunny to look forward to, and fans of, um, smiling continental breakfast foods have some…well, some smiling continental breakfast food keychains ready to stare back at you. Awkward, but at least they can keep their shirt on.
In yet another collaboration with prominent street artists, Nike has released the apparel for the Running Man project. The three artists - Todd James (AKA Reas), Parra, and Misha (of Perks and Mini) each helped to create tees and jackets to coordinate with some upcoming sneakers, much like the Clerks Pack released a few years ago. It’s always interesting to see how independent artists puts their own stamp on a giant company like Nike, and these collaborations are no exception.
Much like previous seasons, Supreme has enlisted the talents of some notable artists to contribute designs for their spring line. After the success of the tee and hoody series featuring R Crumb last fall, Supreme reached out to the notorious comic artist for some of his distinct lettering on the not so subtle raglan. For even more controversial artist collaborations, check out the rest of the article.
WRG? in collaboration with Series Skateboards dropped a limited edition Black History month deck which features a crossword puzzle showcasing the names of 20 world class black skaters. The collaboration provides an exclusive package featuring one of only 100 7-ply Canadian maple deck, a limited edition poster and customized metallic silver sharpie.
With high heels and paint…cans…(sorry) in tow, Insa has brought his in your face style to Glasgow for an exhibition at Recoat Gallery. Entitled “Buy My Love” the show features the fetishized imagery that Insa has become known for through his work with KidRobot, Nike, and Carhartt, not to mention his past street and gallery exhibitions. The show, sponsored bye Club Violate and Carhartt, opened last Friday to a line waiting at the door. Check out the rest of the article to get a taste of what Insa had up his sleeve.
Talent isn’t just relegated to what you see on your boob-tube all the time. It is in many of a fan, as well. After the success of the first Bart Simpson Qee series, two new ones are poppin’ up with the father-son tandem of Homer and Bart.
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