REVS maintains quite a presence in DUMBO, Brooklyn these days. Here are a few images:
Photos by Lois Stavsky & Dani Mozeson
TT Underground Presents New Works by GHOST
Originally focused on bombing trains back in the late 80’s, GHOST has developed into a first-rate painter. I love his spirited work on exhibit through Sunday at TT Underground (91 Second Ave. in the East Village): its zany characters, brilliant colors and synthesis of styles. Here’s a sampling:
For a historical perspective on the graffiti of GHOST’s era and GHOST’s personal and artistic evolution, Ket’s book GHOST RIS CREW (published by From Here to Fame) is worth a read.
Photos by Lois Stavsky
From the Streets of Toronto
Here’s a sampling of some wonderfully vibrant Toronto walls that have been recently shared with me:
- DSNC, MOZIE, UNC
Photos by MKP
Space Invaders at RMIT Gallery, Melbourne
Space Indavers is a collection owned by the National Gallery of Australia featuring street art, stencils, posters, paste ups, zines, stickers and graffiti from the last 10 years from across Australia.
The exhibition is like a time capsule containing some of the most well known pieces from the last decade or so.. So many memories! 🙂 There are far too many artists to mention, so have a look here. The exhibition explores the movement from the street into the gallery as many of these pieces signify the explosion of the scene in Australia and also the start of many of these artists gallery based careers.
While the show is running, RMIT is also hosting a number of interesting discussions including ‘Vandals or Vanguards?‘, discussing the political, social and artistic aspects of street art and zines. Nice work RMIT!
I went down to the opening last week to check it out. Enjoy.
Photos by Luke McManus
5Pointz: Paradise “Not Quite” Lost
Long Island City’s renowned graffiti mecca 5Pointz is one-of-a-kind, as its devotees span cultural backgrounds, nationalities, social classes and ages with their love of expressive aerosol art. Visiting today, we would never know that the threat of closure looms. Writers from Australia, Poland, and Spain, as well as locals, were at work on new walls, and tourists and sightseers were everywhere. It is difficult to imagine this city without 5Pointz. Instead of becoming the site of an apartment complex as its developer is planning, it could ideally evolve into a museum that would provide an outlet and a showcase for the talent and creative energy that continues to find its way there. And as it has in the past, it should continue to serve as a valuable resource for educators and students. When we asked Meres, the tireless force behind 5Pointz’ success, what we can do to help preserve 5Pointz, he urged us to sign the petition http://www.ipetitions.com/petition/support5pointz/. A sampling of what we saw today follows:
São Paulo’s Stylish Bombs & Throw-ups: Os Gemeos, Finok, Vlok & More
I continue to be floored by São Paulo’s range and volume of stylish bombs and throw-ups. The most prolific bombers seem to be Os Gemeos, Finok and Vlok.
Photos by Lois Stavsky
A Cast of Characters from the Streets of São Paulo
Ranging from the playful to the mournful, the cast of characters gracing the walls of São Paulo always intrigues. Here’s a sampling:
More from Vila Madalena’s Beco do Batman
Here are some more images from São Paulo’s amazing ever-evolving open-air gallery in Vila Madalena:
photos by Lois Stavsky; artists to be identified
Vila Madalena’s Beco do Batman (Batman’s Alley): An Open-Air Gallery
Located in the Vila Madalena district of São Paulo, Beco do Batman is a narrow alleyway that’s evolved into an open-air gallery. I discovered it last summer on my first visit to Sao Paulo. When I returned earlier this month, I revisited some of my favorite pieces, but many new ones had surfaced. Here’s a sampling:
Photos by Sara Mozeson; artwork by various artists to be identified
Os Gêmeos in São Paulo
Os Gêmeos’s bombs, pieces and characters seem to be just about everywhere in their native city. Here are a few of their characters:
Photos by Lois Stavsky