Choke Urban Creation: Urban Art Umbrellas

PaperMonster (USA) , A1one (Tehran), and Cabiao (Buenos Aires) have collaborated with Choke Urban Creation (Germany) on a set of artist designed umbrellas. Each umbrella comes in an artist designed box and features a one button auto-open/close feature with an aluminum shaft and fiberglass ribs. These umbrellas are unlike anything you will see outdoors and truly make a powerful and beautiful statement.

For more visit: http://www.choke-urbancreation.de/index.php

PaperMonster

http://www.choke-urbancreation.de/shop/

A1one

http://www.choke-urbancreation.de/shop/

Cabiao

http://www.choke-urbancreation.de/shop/

PaperMonster Umbrella x Choke Urban Creation

I have teamed up with Choke Urban Creation (HERE), a great new company from Germany to bring you a fantastic new product. Below are photos of the new PaperMonster Umbrella based on my original paint “Outlaw”. I am extremely proud of this project and can not wait to share it with everyone. You can purchase your very own at the following link below:

http://www.choke-urbancreation.de/shop/papermpnster-umbrella-14.html

• One button auto-open/close
• 100% polyester
• 53.5cm (open), 28cm (closed)
• Aluminium shaft
• Aluminium and Fiberglass ribs
• coloured box

Sept 25th “Say It Don’t Spray It:” Stencil Group Show” @ Parlor Gallery NJ

If you are in the New Jersey area make sure to stop by the opening of the group show Say It Don’t Spray It @ Parlor Gallery which I will be taking part in this Saturday, September 25th. For More Info Visit:
http://www.parlor-gallery.com/
Via Parlor Gallery:
Parlor Gallery is pleased to present our new group show “Say It Don’t Spray It” featuring the artwork of Bask, John Koleszar, Billy Chuck, Nick Morris, Casey Gray, Army of One, Lil’ Shy, Joe Iurato, Kris Fisk, PaperMonster, Hiroshi Kumagi, Charlie Owens, Michael Anderson & Michele Senesi.

We hope that you can join us for our opening reception on Saturday, September 25 from 7 to 11 PM! This event is part of City Arts, Asbury Park’s new arts festival!!!

Parlor Gallery

717 Cookman Ave
Asbury Park, NJ

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Enjoy
PaperMonster

Looney!!

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Enjoy
PaperMonster

Via Juxtapoz.com ::Paper Monster Up In Miami::

I wanted to share this recent feature on Juxtapoz.com covering my recent trip to Miami. In the coming weeks/months I will be sharing photos of one of my largest projects to date. I will keep you posted on all the exciting details. You can view the entire post at the link listed below or visit Juxtapoz.com (HERE)
http://www.juxtapoz.com/Current/paper-monster-up-in-miami
Thank You
Juxtapoz!!
Enjoy
PaperMonster

PREVIEW: Urban Decay Group Show Aug 14th Featuring PaperMonster

I wanted to share some photos of some upcoming pieces for a group show curated by SOULE (HERE) featuring a variety of urban artists including PaperMonster on August 14th at the Bherd Studios in Seattle, Washington. There will be several PaperMonster pieces in the show but I wanted to share three that I have you can feast your eyes on. Click on the flier below for more info:::

August 14th 2009

Bherd Studios

8537 Greenwood Ave. N,

Suite 1,Studio D

Seattle, WA 98103

Click on flier to view more info.

PaperMonster- Unknown (Part 1/ Part 2)

PaperMonster- In The Wind

INSPIRATION: Pose2/Mr. Max Moses

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As artists we all are fans or look up to certain people/artists as role models or great friends. We obtain inspiration from words, music, and our visual surroundings. Through each painting we learn and grow and feed off each others creativity. Certain people make you want to push further and take your work to that next level not for money or fame and for me Pose2 (Mr. Max Moses) is one of the many artists that has had a major impact on my art and my drive to continue to paint. Check out this fantastic video below on Pose2. He really breaks it down at that 15min mark.

“Do you ever know when its original? No, People know when its original”

Enjoy

Enjoy

PaperMonster

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January 9th Show &Tell Gallery “Word Up?” Group Show Feat. PaperMonster

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“Word Up?” Show & Tell Gallery’s Group Show featuring artists PaperMonster, Ghost, Dixon, Omen, Skam, and Case opens Friday Jan 9th in collaboration with LE Gallery. The group show starts off 2009 in a great way showcasing new works from each artist. PaperMonster’s new work has grown larger with bolder textures and detail. Each piece explores the harmony between chaos and beauty with titles such as “True Identity” “The Beast Within” and “If He Only Knew” that dive into the secrets and hidden mysteries within women. Negative space and shadows heighten the degree of the unknown. Each stencil art piece allows the audience to interact and actively digest the stories contained in each painting making for a powerful visual experience.

You can catch images and additional information on the group show below::

Opening January 9th 7-10pm
LE Gallery
1183 Dundas Street
West Toronto, ON
Canada M6J1X3
For pricing info contact:
info@showandtellgallery.com


“True Identity” 22″x28″ Stencil art collage on canvas.

“If He Only Knew” 22″x28″ Stencil art collage on canvas.

“The Beast Within” 22″x28″ Stencil art collage on canvas.

“Closet Case” 20″ x 24″ Stencil art collage on canvas.
“Within” 16″x 20″ Stencil art collage on canvas.
“Approach” 16″x20″ Stencil art collage on canvas.
“Who Are You?” 20″x24″ Stencil art collage on canvas.
Find more info at http://www.showandtellgallery.com
Enjoy
-Paper Monster
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Show and Tell Gallery Group Show Featuring PaperMonster

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PaperMonster will be exhibiting several new stencil art pieces on January 9th at Show and Tell Gallery in collaboration with LE Gallery. These new pieces are larger and contain some incredible stories and texture. You can catch some detail shots of some of the paintings for the group show “Word Up” and to find more details of the group show visit:

http://showandtellgallery.com/
http://showandtellgallery.com/
The works explore the harmony between chaos/destruction and beauty.
Stay posted for more images.

Click on images to view larger.
-Paper Monster
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Show & Tell Gallery Group Show featuring PaperMonster Jan 9th

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Show & Tell Gallery and LE Gallery will open their doors on January 9th to “Word Up?” It is a group show featuring art from some fantastic artists including PaperMonster, Ghost, Dixon, Omen, Skam, and Case. I will be posting a ton of photos including progress shots and final images of pieces for the show. Check out the flier for more information and visit: http://showandtellgallery.com/

Enjoy
-PaperMonster
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“Feast” October 3rd -Metropolis Gallery x PaperMonster Solo Show

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PaperMonster’s solo show “FEAST” is only a few days away. I wanted to post some images of some of the pieces in the show. Feel free to visit Here (Link To More Images) to download more high-res images of pieces from the show via mediafire. Share the link and pass them around to your friends or post about the show on your blogs/sites. Enjoy and Thank you!!

Show info:::
“Feast”
Friday, October 3rd -Oct. 30th
Metropolis Gallery
154 N Prince Street
Lancaster, PA 17603
For Purchase info contact Lisa and Angelo over at: info@metropolis-store.com

“Closet Case”
“Gasp”

“My Trophy”“Ceremony”

“Infamous”
Enjoy!! Pass them on.
-Paper Monster
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Streets2k8 (NewBrunswick, NJ) Photos Raritan River Walk

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This past Saturday marked another year of the incredible Raritan River Walk Streets2k8 which bring together an amazing line-up of legendary artist. It was a great time to catch/meet back up with the Wallnuts Crew and paint along with them once again. They are all extremely talented and each member brings something incredibly unique to the table. Myself and Soco painted side by side and it is great to bend and incorporate our styles to flow together. Thanks to Peter (http://albuscav.us/blog/) and everyone involved in putting together a great event!! Check out photos of the event below!!
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Soco


Enjoy
-Paper Monster
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“Main Course” Solo Show Previews

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Work for the past months has been heavily focused on the upcoming two solo PaperMonster shows with the first show taking place over at DirtyPilot.com on Sept 14th. I will be posting a whole batch of preview pictures in the days leading up to the show and this is the first look into “Main Course”


One of the many paper mountains that covers my studio.When the teal is on it is time to start to work!!

Enjoy
-Paper Monster
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The Asian Economist.com Interview with PaperMonster

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TheAsianEconomist.com is happy to announce that it has launch it’s interview section and we are very glad to have our first interview be with a rising stencil artist, PaperMonster. You can check out more of his work at his blog: http://papermonster.wordpress.com.PaperMonster will be our feature Artist for our first issue of The Asian Economist Online Magazine, stay tune for the release date of the Magazine.

CHECK OUT MORE HERE:

http://www.theasianeconomist.com/interview-with-papermonster/

The Interview

Why did you choose the name PaperMonster?

The name PaperMonster came from a lot of different parts of my life but one was the huge amount of paper that I consume and the mess that comes with stenciling and later having a final product of a beautiful stencil, but then looking at the area around you and seeing the large amount of tiny paper fragments which are so hard to clean up. The name fits well and at the same time there is this opposition occurring where the name PaperMonster is very strong and you imagine chaos but my work is very focused on beauty and subtleties with loud colors.

When did you start doing stencil and what/who influence you in the beginning?

I started about four years ago doing very ugly stencils at the time when I had little to no skills. I used all of the wrong types of materials and had no concept of negative space. The first stencil involved a cartoon character I used to draw constantly and the second stencil was of my face wearing a respirator mask. The cartoon looked great but my face looked horrible. I would spend days on just one stencil and now I can spend only a couple hours and come out with something incredible. I remember buying my first stencil book “Stencil Graffiti” and it blew my mind. I wanted so desperately to be a famous stencil graffiti artist. Things take time and success does not come over night. I still dream about becoming a famous stencil artist.

Where do you get your ideas for your works?

I get my ideas from real people expressing true beauty. I am inspired……….

More Here (LINK)
-Paper Monster
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(ArtWhino x TAGUR) THIS SATURDAY!! Preview from PaperMonster

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Art Whino just sent over an album of preview pictures from this Saturday’s August 2nd ArtWhino x TAGUR custom shoe show featuring PaperMonster. You can check out images of some of the custom shoes over at:

http://picasaweb.google.com/oooshane/InkedSoulsSNEAKPREVIEW?authkey=dY2XEvuTUrQ

or click on the photo below to view more samples:::

Here is more info on the show::
Art Whino Gallery
173 Waterfront Street
National Harbor, MD 20745
OPENING NIGHT: August 2nd
6pm til Midnight

Check out the install of Paper Monster’s custom stencil graffiti shoe creation. The entire event is going to be gigantic and you will not want to miss out!! See you there
-PaperMonster
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PaperMonster’s Brooklyn Adventure

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I took some time this weekend to go on a nice adventure in Brooklyn. It was a great chance to leave some free street art pieces around for people to take if they came across them. It is the beginning of what I hope to be an ongoing project of installed art both permanent and temporary. If you would like to take one of the PaperMonster pieces home you can go in search of them on (Bedford/5thSt, Bowery/Broome, and Spring/Bowery) Check out some pics from the weekend below. Enjoy!!

PaperMonster sticker next to Stickman!!

Bowery/Broome wood pieceBedford/5th St PaperMonster piece next to Faile. I love their work.
Spring/Bowery wood piece. Remember to register to VOTE!!

Enjoy
PaperMonster
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NEW!! T-Shirt Release from PaperMonster

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PaperMonster has just released a new t-shirt design based off the drawing of his stencil “He’s Here.” The shirt comes in sizes for both men and women and you can purchase it here: ( http://www.redbubble.com/people/papermonster/clothing/1365328-1-hes-here-drawing-shirt)

You can also check out more clothing and poster prints from PaperMonster/Vengeance Clothing over at:

http://www.redbubble.com/people/papermonster

Purchase Here: (LINK)
Price: $24.00

Enjoy!!

-Paper Monster

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“I Am 8-Bit Show” Aug14th feat PaperMonster (Hollywood, Cali)

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PaperMonster will be showing two new original works for the I Am 8-Show in Hollywood, California. The show will open on August 14th from 8pm-Midnight and it will host works from hundreds of artist celebrating videogame culture. It is a gigantic showcase of videogame inspired art that will truly bring on nostalgia from you childhood years!! You can check out the two pieces from PaperMonster in the show. The first piece is inspired by Mario Paint and the second is inspired by the Metroid game series. I love both pieces and the look incredible in real life. Make sure to head on down to the show to check them out. Pics Below:::
i am 8-bit
Opening Night Extravaganza
August 14, 2008
8 p.m. to Midnight

Where:
World of Wonder Storefront Gallery
6650 Hollywood Blvd
Hollywood, Cali.

Mario- The Original Banksy
Dimensions: 20″ x 24″
Medium: Stencil Collage on Canvas
Game: Mario Paint (SNES)
Pricing: $600
For purchase info contact: show@iam8bit.net

Title: The Return of Samus
Dimensions: 20″ x 24″
Medium: Stencil Collage on Canvas
Game: Metroid II: Return of Samus (Game Boy)
Pricing: $600
For purchase info contact: show@iam8bit.net

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Art Whino x TAGUR (custom shoe images) Aug 2nd feat PaperMonster (Huge Show!!)

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Make sure to mark you calendars for what will be a massive showing over at Art Whino (www.artwhino.com) on August 2nd from 6pm to midnight. The show is in collaboration with TAGUR and each artist was given one blank TAGUR sneaker to customize. In addition, each artist was also asked to create one original canvas piece to go along with the shoe for the show. The amount of artist in attendance will be legendary and you can check out the list below on the flyer for the show. If you are in the area it is a show that you can not miss and if you are out of town it is surely a show you want to drive down to. PaperMonster will also be in attendance handing out stickers to the crowd. Be sure to stop by!! Catch pictures of the custom shoe and canvas by PaperMonster below. Enjoy!!
Art Whino Gallery
173 Waterfront Street
National Harbor, MD 20745

PaperMonster TAGUR Shoe
For purchase info contact (shane@artwhino.com)

Paper Monster Tagur Shoe (front view)

Paper Monster Tagur Shoe (side view)

Paper Monster Tagur Shoe (side view)

PaperMonser Canvas
Titled “Four Love”
20″x24″ Price: $600
For purchase info contact (shane@artwhino.com)

Enjoy
-PaperMonster
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DirtyPilot Group Show Feat. PaperMonster and Juxtapoz.com Coverage on Metropolis Gall

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There are many new shows and projects taking place in these upcoming months. One of them is an exciting group show coming up with DirtyPilot.com with a great list of artist. I will be posting more details as soon as I get more information, but you can check out two of my pieces for the show below. Both pieces were inspired by the upcoming Olympics taking place on 8.8.08. About two summers ago I had the opportunity to visit Beijing and travel through China. It is absolutely beautiful but while there will be a celebration of sporting events there are also many issues within the country as any country which will be overshadowed. These two pieces attempt at speaking to what is going on at a deeper level within the country. Check out more below. (Click on images to view larger)

This is the first time that I have put an actual stencil within a piece. This piece is within a large black frame and the glass is painted while the stencil is floating inside.

Details of larger image.

This is the canvas piece after using the stencil which is held in the frame in the first piece.

More details of the piece.

Also check out the fantastic post of PaperMonster’s stencil art over at Juxtapoz.com. Thanks Katie!! Catch the post here: (http://www.juxtapoz.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=3707&Itemid=1)

Enjoy

PaperMonster

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Inked Souls Show (ArtWhinoGallery Aug 2nd) Mark Your Calendars!!!

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As promised here is the flyer hot off the press of the Art Whino x TAGUR shoes “Inked Souls” show going down on August 2nd. It is an honor to join the 35 artist chosen to create some incredible art for the show. The list of artist is incredible and it ranges from legendary graffiti artist to fine art/modern art creators. I am very excited to check out the work of some old friends like Adam Russell and Jazirock which I had the pleasure of meeting during our group show. Check out more info on the image below and feel free to spread the word on the show:::

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Stay posted for shot of my finished shoe design as well as the canvas piece that will go along with the shoe!!

Thanks

-PaperMonster

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Ripple: Art Affecting Oceans Show (Art Whino Gallery) feat. PaperMonster

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There is an exciting and powerful show taking place at Art Whino Gallery:: June 21st 12pm-12am. It is a show celebrating International Surfing Day and it is titled (Ripple: Art Affecting Oceans) The gallery also continues to exhibit some of the fantastic artist part of the Art Whino Family including PaperMonster. There is a wonderful piece for sale/show at the gallery incorporating the water theme. Check out a photo below:::::: Enjoy

Info via Art Whino::::

National Harbor, MD, Art Whino (www.artwhino.com) announces: Ripple: Art Affecting Oceans. Ripple will be an all day event kicking off at noon with live music, live painting by artist Erik Abel, and children’s and adult craft and environmental awareness activities. Activities and entertainment will be FREE and run until 5pm. Check out the flyer below:::

“City Water/Punch” ($350)

The immediate image that popped up into my mind was when thinking of water was this mix between commercialization of basic needs and the urge/addiction for creating. I really like the piece and you can check it out on display. For purchase info contact: Shane@ArtWhino.com

-Enjoy
PaperMonster

P.S. A very exciting post coming by this weekend with some sly previews of some work.

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Stencil Nation Book (Out Now !!!) Incredible

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Two beautiful packages came in the mail yesterday. One, the highly anticipated Stencil Nation Book by Russell Howze (www.stencilnation.org.) The second package involves a very exciting show coming up fro Art Whino in a couple of months. You can catch a hint towards the end of the post. Now back to talking about Stencil Nation!!
The book is purely and simply one word: PHENOMENAL
It truly captures the roots as well as present/future state of stencil art. In it you will find photos and commentary covering topics/artist throughout the world. The book covers it all from the most simple yet powerful stencils from people just inspired to leave a message, to the most dedicate artists in the world exploring the possibilities of beauty behind stencil art. There is a remarkable Chronology of stencil art history as well as a section purely dedicated to shedding light into the best tips for any artist who is looking to explore and have a hands-on approach to stencil art. I highly suggest you pick up a copy. Bookstores in NYC have already sold out of the book (I have the best sources aka Ren.) Make sure to visit www.stencilnation.org and pick up a copy or visit your local bookstore. If they don’t have it, take a piece of paper and write the name as big as possible for them so they can order it!! A huge thanks to Russell Howze for truly putting a incredible piece of art together. Thank you. Check out some of the appearances by PaperMonster in the book below. Amazing!!

Fantastic cover and great size. There is a slight hint of an upcoming sticker design. What could it be?
This is in the stencil cut-outs section. Fantastic.

Stenciling tips by PaperMonster and several other artist.

TAGUR??? What could this new project be about??? Stay posted!!
-PaperMonster
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DirtyPilot x PaperMonster T-Shirt Release!!!

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DirtyPilot.com (Here) has just released a new series of T-shirts designed by several artist including PaperMonster. The designs are fantastic and very powerful. All of the shirts are very affordable and they are incredible quality. You can find two different designs from PaperMonster (black and white, and 5 color.) Be sure to stay posted to DirtyPilot for more incredible shows from very talented artist including an upcoming solo show from PaperMonster. Also, check out the incredible site Seshn.com (Here) which covers all aspects of life and culture. The site is incredible and they did a great post on PaperMonster. Check out the pictures below and to purchase some beautiful T-shirts visit:
http://dirtypilot.myshopify.com/products/paper-monster-dirty-pilot-tee-1

http://dirtypilot.myshopify.com/products/paper-monster-dirty-pilot-tee-1
All shirts are printed on American Apparel !!!

http://dirtypilot.myshopify.com/products/paper-monster-dirty-pilot-tee

http://seshn.com/2008/06/02/papermonster-x-dirty-pilot/

Much love to Seshn and DirtyPilot for the incredible work!!
-PaperMonster
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West and East Coast Shows This Weekend feat. PaperMonster!!!

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This weekend is extremely exciting as I will be taking part in group shows on both coast. There are two exhibitions for the release of Stencil Nation, by Russell Howze (www.stencilnation.org) which is an incredible book on stencil art. That is on the West Coast and on the East PaperMonster will be taking part in a show with CryBaby Gallery (HERE) in the beautiful Asbury Park, NJ. Also PaperMonster will be taking part in the incredible show “I am 8-Bit” coming in August which is going to be fantastic. You can catch some pictures of several of the pieces that you can catch at the shows. I am very proud of them. Hope that you like them!!!

Here is the info on the shows:
CALIFORNIA:

Friday, June 6

7 PM to Midnight

Revolution Cafe

3248 22nd St. (at Bartlett)

SF, CA 94110
Heat
Stencil Collage on Canvas
To purchase contact: stencilnationbook@stencilarchive.org

Flower Child
Stencil Collage on Canvas
To purchase contact: stencilnationbook@stencilarchive.org

Sat., June 7

Noon to 4 PM

The sidewalk in front of Al’s Comics

1803 Market St. (at Octavia)

SF, CA 94103

Come and Celebrate the Release of Stencil Nation!!!!

NEW JERSEY:
flight of fancy
Saturday, June 7th 2008 from 7:30 to 10:30 pm
Crybaby art gallery is located:
717 cookman avenue Asbury Park, NJ 07712

City Water
20″ x 24″ Stencil Collage on Canvas
To purchase contact: cj@crybabyartgallery.com

Winded
Stencil Collage on Plexi
To purchase contact: cj@crybabyartgallery.com

Ready and Willing
20″ x 24″ Stencil Collage on Canvas
To purchase contact: cj@crybabyartgallery.com

Hope that you enjoy the new pieces and stay posted for some INCREDIBLE new paintings which I have yet to show!!!!
-PaperMonster
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Dirty Pilot Strikes Again!!! More PaperMonster Pieces For Sale

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Dirty Pilot has just received several new pieces from PaperMonster including a rare plexi glass piece. This is a fantastic preview of the range of pieces which will be featured during PaperMonster’s Solo Show Opening 9/14- 10/17. Purchase these pieces while you can as many have already sold out. Follow the link to the Dirty Pilot Backroom Gallery:
http://www.dirtypilot.com/backroom/papermonster.html
Check out some of the new additions below:

PAPER MONSTER - Titled “I Apologize”.
Stencil Collage on Canvas.
Measures 9”x12”
Signed and dated verso, “08”
(PURCHASE)

PAPER MONSTER - Titled “Open Face”.
Stencil Collage on clear plastic.
Signed and dated verso, “08”
(PURCHASE)

PAPER MONSTER - Titled “Temper”.
Stencil Collage on Canvas.
Measures 9”x12”
Signed and dated verso, “08”
(PURCHASE)

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International Poster Art Show (Roma, Italy) feat. PaperMonster

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PaperMonster is going international!! The International Poster Art event took place last Friday in Roma in which several artists, including PaperMonster displayed several pasted posters. This is the event’s third edition and it was an incredible showcase of talent. The show will take place from:
16 May- 16 June 2008
Atelier Occupato Esc
Via dei Reti 15 – Roma
Make sure to check it out. It is truly a show not to be missed!!!
You can catch more information here:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/81826307@N00/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/smeerch/

The space looks incredible. There are some incredible artists in this show and you must check it out if you are in ROMA!!

PaperMonster poster of my stencil Fury!!

PaperMonster poster of my good friend the General!!

Thanks to Smeech’s for the beautiful pictures he took of the event!! Check them out:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/smeerch/

Gigantic space!!

Thanks to valerio83roma for the pictures. Find more here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/spud111/2497562102/
Enjoy
PaperMonster
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Via Juxtapoz (PaperMonster x Dirty Pilot) and Stencil Nation Promo

——————————————————————Just checked out the front page of Juxtapoz.com (Click Here) and they did a wonderful post on the new pieces by PaperMonster which are available at DirtyPilot.com. Several of the pieces have been sold and I have been working on some beautiful pieces for the solo show. This summer is looking to be very exciting with many shows in the works. One of the exciting projects which will drop in June is the book Stencil Nation by Russell Howze. It is a fantastic book with some incredible artist from all over the globe. Russell sent over some beautiful promotion materials which I will be spreading around and placing up once the window display goes up in Graffiti Comix (NJ.) Check out some pictures below and make sure to order the book here:
www.stencilnation.org
(click on link above)
Thanks to Juxtapoz for the post. Amazing.

Check out he list of artist featured in the book:

-struct • 2+2=5 • 237 • Project • A1one • Above • Adam5100 • ak Crew • Aler
ALIAS • AME72 • Amy Rice • Ana Santos • Arofish • Artiste Ouvrier • Asaro • Ashley
Montague • Aulala • Banksy • Beefcon • Beta • biafra • Bleak • Boom • boxi • Breakfast
• Brother • Chris Stain • Christopher Bettig • Claire Claude Moller • Colectivo
Arte • Jaguar • colectivo revolver • Colectivo Zape • Coolture • Craig McPhee • DA!
Dense • Devir • Dildo Society • Doctor H • DOLK • Don Leicht • Dwell • EAT • Eelus
Eime • En • Ephemera • erik ruin • erok • etta cetera • Eyeformation • EZO • FDOE
Fragil • funk25 • Gay Shame • George Pfau • Gigantic • Granix • Hao • Herzog • Hyst
Invent • is bach • J. Grider • James Wodarek • Janet “Bike Girl” Attard • Janne
Sitanen • Jared “Jast” Davey • Jef Aérosol • jodi netzer • John Fekner • John Luna
Josh MacPhee • Julie Shiels • Ken Kelton • Klutch • Kontra • Kowalski • Logan Hicks
Los Piratos • LSB • M-City • MAC • Margaret • Mephisto Jones • Michael Kenny
Mind Fuck • MIR • MOR • Mr. Prvrt • Nemo • Nils Westergard • Nin9 • Niz • Olivia
PaperMonster • Peat Wollaeger • Pez • Phibs • PIXNIT • PNEU • Purple Dog Crew
Quasikunst • Radio Free Valhalla • Ripper 1331 • Royal Fish Club • Russell Howze
Salt • Scott Blake • Scott Williams • Scout • Ser • Shaun Slifer • Shepard Fairy
Shlomo Faber • Smek • Soule (KiM McCarthy) • “Steakhouse” Pritchett • Sten
Stephen Lambert • Straefling • Sub • SUB.LING.UAL • sucht • Sunshine Stencil
Posse • Swoon • Target • The Strangers • Tiago Denczuk • Unit • Vhils • vierkommafunffreunde
• Vil • Withremote • Yezka • Young People’s Foundation Collective

Check out the promotional material which Russell sent over. Also check out a mystery stencil on the right. What could it be?

http://www.juxtapoz.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=3323&Itemid=1
Enjoy
-PaperMonster
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Electric Windows (NY) May 17th!!

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The Dirty Pilot.com (dirtypilot.com) website is looking fantastic as it introduces PaperMonster and new original works for sale. Fantastic!! This past weekend I had the great honor of helping out with the festivities and the incredible event titled Electric Windows which took place in Beacon, NY and was organized by Open Space. It was a beautiful day on Saturday and it was great to meet so many talented artist and just participate in the set-up and be part of such a fantastic event. Check out the pictures below to view how the day turned out. Enjoy!!
Thanks to Ren for the Photos!!
For more check out the Flickr Set:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/elpapermonster/sets/72157605129296789/

DirtyPilot.com’s homepage is looking pretty nice!!

Setting things up for the event!

Some of the pre-made pieces went up the day before.
Cycle at work!!

Ren making some trash signs for the event!! With Stencils!!! Love Ren!Helping Ren out with some of the signs.
Everything was set up and ready to go.
Daryll Peirce is an incredible artist: Google that man.
Mr. Kiji with the best beard ever.

Handed out a ton of PaperMonster stickers.The crowd was great. The event really brought out a nice mix of people of all ages.
ELBOW-TOE: The final piece turned out great.
Jim Darling painting a beautiful piece.
Tina doing fantastic work.

Peripheral Media Projects!!RENE came in and went to town right away.
Ripo is truly a perfectionist. The piece is so simple yet so powerful. Loved to finally meet him.

More Info Via Juxtapoz.com
This Saturday, May 17th, 24 street artists will descend upon a 19th Century Beacon, NY factory building to install their artwork on its exterior. This project, called Electric Windows, draws its name from the former electric blanket factory at the foot of Mount Beacon that will act as the backdrop for the event.
Literally turning the idea of a gallery inside out, Electric Windows will house 24 pieces approximately 8’ x 12’, on the large industrial windows of the factory for 12 months!
Electric Windows will feature work from 24 different artists, including: Above, Cycle, Daryll Peirce, Lady Pink, Peat Wollaeger, Ripo, Ron English, The Love Movement, Tes One, Ultra, and UPSO, among others. See the full line-up and get more info at www.electricwindowsbeacon.com.

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Stencil Event feat. PaperMonster

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Earlier this week I was invited to Drew University to create some stencils and help with a stencil/muralist event which La Casa Latina (Theme House) was holding for the campus. This free event gave people the opportunity to create t-shirts using stencil and fabric paint to create beautiful pieces of walking art. The weather was fantastic and I brought along some things to demonstrate how more complex stencil pieces are put together. Overall it was a fantastic time and the theme house did a great job of providing a means of self expression for the campus. In addition to the event I was invited by a curator to create several pieces which will be shown in a restaurant name Mompou (located inNewark, New Jersey’s Ironbound District.) The space is incredible and I will post some preview pictures after the hanging next week. Here are some pictures from the stencil art event. Enjoy.

I cut some simple stencils for students to use on t-shirts.

Spraypaint and stencils makes a perfect combination.

There were tons of people out for the event.
Finished shirt laying out to dry.
When I first started stenciling, this was the easiest method to making shirts on a ten dollar budget.

PaperMonster canvases prepared and ready for the final touches.


PaperMonster at work!!


Finished pieces and tools of the trade.

Mompou’s Entrance
This is one of the two spaces which I will be placing several pieces. More images from Mompou coming soon. Enjoy.
-PaperMonster
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PaperMonster Solo Show Preview Pics!!

————————————————A lot of exciting things are going on and I wanted to post some very sneaky preview images of some things which I have been working on. First up to bat is the PaperMonster solo show for DirtyPilot.com. It will be an amazing solo show with a huge range of pieces on basically every surface imaginable except for polar bear skin. You will truly see what PaperMonster is all about!! Expect to see everything from drawings to pieces on wood, plastic, and canvas. Catch some of the snaps below.

New PaperMonster sticker. Catch one at your local street corner or sign post.

Does anyone call collect anymore?

New pieces and cutouts.

Photoshop can make anything look like plastic!!! Is that wood grain?

This is one of a new set of drawings that I am putting together. I focused a lot on the background detail.

(4 out of ???) drawings which should look incredible once finished. Detail? You will just have to wait and see.

What is underneath all of the cutouts?? More paper?
Stay posted for more news and future preview shots before the show in August. Check out DirtyPilot.com to catch their current shows.
Enjoy.
-PaperMonster
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Book: Stencil Nation!! feat. PaperMonster

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Hello Everyone!!
This is an incredible post on a ton of different projects that are coming together and you should definitely check out. First my skate deck design for ADM Skateboards (http://www.myspace.com/admskateboards or http://www.admskateboards.com/ ) is in full production and I will be letting you see how it looks along with the rest of the new line from ADM Skateboards. I received a sneak peek and the deck looks phenomenal. Extremely excited!!

In more current news: STENCIL NATION IS NOW AVAILABLE TO ORDER!!!
wow!!
Click to Purchase!!!
The book is by Russell Howze and you can catch the book’s site here:
http://www.stencilnation.org
The layout of the website is incredible and you can only expect even more amazing things from the book. You can purchase it through the site but if you do not like flash you can visit: http://happyfeettravels.org/index.php/stencil-nation-book/
The book holds work from a huge list of incredibly talented artist. You can purchase the book through either site or check it out in your local bookstore.
I have plans to do several window displays for the book working with Graffiti Comix (Belleville, NJ) once the book is officially release in June!!!

This is the storefront of Graffiti Comix!! I will be working on the right side. It is going to look great. Stay posted for more information. I will post a nice tiny preview of things I have been working on for my solo shows by this weekend. Enjoy. -PaperMonster
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Art Whino/Yuri’s Night Show feat. PaperMonster

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There is an amazing event coming up on April 12th(8pm-2am) over at the Art Whino Gallery (www.artwhino.com) They are having a group show with a spaced theme celebrating Yuri’s Night. It is planned to be a wild night with music, drinks, dancing, and space aliens. I will have several pieces showing and you can catch a preview below. Check out the flyer for more information. Enjoy and hope to see you there.

“We Have To Blow Up That Asteroid… NOW!!!”
20″x24″ Canvas
$350
To purchase contact shane@artwhino.com

 

“Big Bang Theory”
20″x 24″ Canvas
$350
To purchase contact shane@artwhino.com

Art Whino
717 N. Saint Asaph Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
703.462.4135Click images to view larger.

Via Scott G Brooks NewsBlog!!! Thanks Scott

About Yuri’s Night!!!::::::::::::::::::::::::
April 12, 1961 Russian Cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin embarked on the historic first manned space flight. Twenty years later on 12 April 1981, the US launched the first space shuttle flight. We think that’s something worth celebrating! Every year on April 12th Yuri’s Night parties are held all around the world; it’s like the St. Patrick’s Day or Cinco de Mayo for space.

Join us for an OUT OF THIS WORLD experience. Dress yourself in your best celestial attire (prizes awarded). See an art exhibition of other-worldly magnitude. Enjoy space-themed libations by Stoli Vodka. Experience heavenly bodies through cosmic burlesque performances. Space out with a Russian-style, post-punk band. Enjoy, and temporarily elevate yourself from an earthly existence.

Featuring space-themed artwork by: Alan Defibaugh, Arabella Proffer-Vendetta, Bryan C, Brandi Read, Chris Bishop, Jared Davis, Jason Snyder, Julie Steiner, Olivier Defaye, Papermonster, Scott G Brooks, Sean Welker, Shawn Huddleston, and Todd Gardner.

Performances by Miss Saturn, Gilded Lily Burlesque, L’il Dutch, and Landless Theatre Company.

More info is at www.outofthisworldparty.com

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2 Solo Shows (Aug/Oct)!! More News/Previews

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It has been a busy couple of weeks. I (PaperMonster) have been putting a bunch of things together for several shows all around the world. I have also received some great news. What is it????? I will be having two solo shows. The first will be an amazing show for Dirty Pilot (www.dirtypilot.com) in August. Dirty Pilot is an incredible online gallery which showcases a huge amount of artist from all over the world. They currently have two shows running and you should definitely check them out. I have a huge amount of respect for the site and the hard work that has gone into it. There are many good finds for sale from the art world. In addition to the Dirty Pilot show, I will be having another solo show in October in Lancaster, PA. It will be for Metropolis Gallery/Store ( wwwmetropolis-store.com) which is an incredibly unique gallery in Pennsylvania. They currently have a show featuring works from AKO. The gallery showcases unique furniture, art toys, and a huge range of art products. Both locations are incredible and I am so honored to work with them. NOW TIME FOR WORK. Here is a sneak preview of projects which are coming up. I warped the images for a nice effect. So secretive.!! Enjoy The photos!!
-PaperMonster

What could this be? All I know is that it is in Italy right now with some friends. More news on this soon.

Work begins on gallery shows and some street art projects which are in the works. Cans?? One of these is in France right now. Love that picture effect.
Head over to Dirty Pilot to check out their current show and line of amazing products for sale. SHOW COMING IN AUGUST!!!Metropolis Gallery in Lancaster, PA. Check out the storefront. So beautiful.
SHOW COMING IN OCTOBER!!!

More news coming soon. Enjoy.
-PaperMonster
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via Juxtapoz.com “Draw” at Stolen Space Gallery, London feat. PaperMonster

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I just got the notice that Juxtapoz.com(HERE) posted photos of the “Draw” show at at Stolen Space Gallery, London. The show displays drawings by some incredible artist and there is a huge amount of talent to be seen. They posted some beautiful pictures and you can check it out by following the link. (http://www.juxtapoz.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=2711&Itemid=62)
Here are some details of the show:
“DRAW “
07.03.08 – 23.03.08
STOLENSPACE GALLERY
Dray Walk, The Old Truman Brewery
91 Brick Lane London E1 6QL United Kingdom

Photos by Chris Osburn(for more on Chris click Here)

Salvation by Michael Ponce

I Want Him by Paper Monster
Look at the huge collections!!

Gigantic!!
Thanks to Chris and Juxtapoz.com for the images.
Make sure to catch the show.
-PaperMonster
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March UPDATES: Tees, Shows, Projects (ADM Skateboards!!)

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March is here and it is time to release a new Tee Shirt design. This new shirt is titled “Fury” and it is one of a new set of stencils and paintings that I am working on. There are several new shows in the works including the one group show this Friday at StolenSpace (London) as well as an amazing project working with ADM Skateboards on some skate deck designs. Their story as a company inspirational. ADM gives 5% of their sales to skatepark development and drug awareness programs. Add them on Myspace (http://www.myspace.com/admskateboards) or check them out as my top friends. Catch them here too: www.admskateboards.com/ to see how the company was founded. I love working with companies who have strong causes behind their movement. More details on the skate deck are coming. Take a look at the new T-Shirt Design. It comes for both women and men.
You can Purchase It HERE (PURCHASE)
This new stencil is titled “Fury.” More news on the entire series coming soon.
(CLICK TO PURCHASE)

(CLICK TO PURCHASE)

Enjoy.
-PaperMonster
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“Draw” Group Show at Stolen Space Gallery (London) feat PaperMonster

———————————————————I headed over to Fuse Gallery(NYC) to drop off a drawing for a curated show by Erik Foss and Curse Mackey that will be traveling to Stolen Space Gallery (London.) The show is going to be purely amazing with over 300 artist pieces on display. You can find info on the artist by visiting: (http://www.fusegallerynyc.com/DrawTour/tour.html) The artist involved are from all over the world and all walk of life from musicians to fine art artist. Here is the info I have so far.
“Draw”
London @ Stolen Space Gallery- March 7th – March 30th
For the Press Release:
Visit: http://www.stolenspace.com/section.php?xSec=174
Here are pictures of my trip:
(click on images to view larger)
Dropped of this drawing which will travel along with the show.
Drawing up for sale by PaperMonster titled “I Want Him”

Fuse Gallery is an incredible galley. Check them over at : http://www.fusegallerynyc.com/home.html
Had a great opportunity to put some stickers up. It was so cold outside.
New sticker designs are coming soon. Pure Fire!!!

As they stay outside the sticker changes color. They look wild.
I will have more images and info on the show next week. Enjoy.
-PaperMonster
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via Juxtapoz.com: Art Whino Gallery Show Photos

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Shane from Art Whino gave me the heads on this post via Juxtapoz.com (Click Here) They Just posted photos of JoKa’s solo show opening and pictures of the group shows that are up. If you have not yet, you must take a look at their gallery or plan a day trip or something. The shows that are put together by the staff and degree of Art Whino artist including myself are incredible. I can’t believe they even had Mark Jenkins do a installation. Big things are on the way for Art Whino Gallery and they are sure to be a gallery to keep an eye on. Enjoy. To take a look at the photos follow the link below.http://www.juxtapoz.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=2618&Itemid=1

Photos via Juxtapoz.com

Enjoy!!!
PaperMonster
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Feb Updates!!

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January was a wild month. The show at Art Whino was fantastic and it was great meeting a ton of people. They have posted the online store w/ 4 paintings that are still up for sale. You can check them out here (www.artwhino.com) Click on Store and then on the name PaperMonster. There are a lot of exciting projects in the works; new clothing and other products with some amazing designs, shows, magazines, fashion shoots, and new videos!!! March and April are looking to be stacked months with several projects in progress. Here is a preview of several new stencils both of women and backgrounds. Stay tuned for more news!!
To Purchase Works Visit: www.artwhino.com

Russell over at StencilArchive.org (link) posted the gallery opening video on his updated site!! You should check his site out. He is truly dedicated and is a man of great knowledge.

New pieces in progress.
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Art Whino Gallery Opening!! Images and Video

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I recently had a gallery opening for a group show at Art Whino (artwhino.com) in Alexandria, Va over the weekend. It was amazing. I was able to meet a ton of great people and I was extremely surprised at the ridiculous turn out of people. The actual gallery itself is massive with at everywhere from the hallways to the bathrooms. It is very impressive and so professional. The staff at Art Whino and the owners have done a great job and have brought an incredible art scene to that area. I gave out PaperMonster stickers the entire night and everyone had a great time. The gallery even had a live painting session feat J. Coleman. The solo show room was also massive. As you can see above, there is a video of the opening that I put together from the group show. I didn’t have a chance to get footage of all the artist in the show but it gives you a good taste of what to expect. Be sure to check out the show if your are in the area or view images of works in the show at artwhino.com. Thank you to everyone who can and showed some love, and stay posted for news on upcoming projects and shows!!!

Art Whino banners everywhere!! They run the city!!These were the paintings from PaperMonster that were in the show.

It was really nice to see a good number of people excited about all of the forms of art on display.

Had a great chat with Gabriel Pons from (ponshoptstudio.com)
Adam Russell was in the house with his family. Very talented. Find him at (myspace.com/sage_lion)

I met JAZI for the first time. He has an incredible personality and his range of work is sick!! Catch him at (jazirock.com)

When you get that Art Whino name tag..BAMN you are Official. PaperMonster

A shot of the live painting by J. Coleman. It was so loud you could feel the floor vibrate. Amazing.

People really gravitated to Whirlwind on the left. I think it was the stickers!!

Peter from sbtpllc.com brought a strong number of people to the show. I hope they had a nice time. It was great meeting them.

Nike ID PaperMonster Dunks High and PaperMonster Stickers!!??? Thats how we ride.
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The House Of Tate Magazine: Feat PaperMonster

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I was just giving heads up on being featured in an amazing magazine. PaperMonster is in The House Of Tate Magazine (click here) Issue #5. The magazine is fantastic. All of the issues viewable online through beautiful “book page” medium. Issue # 5 Features such amazing artist as: Brian Donnelly, Erkut, Bjom Rothe, Summer Hart, Sean Martorano, and PaperMonster.
You can view past issue by visit The House Of Tate Homepage.
To view PaperMonster’s Section follow the link below and click on PaperMonster:
http://thehouseoftate.com/HOTissue5/HouseOfTate5.html

(Click on The Thumbnails to View Larger)

The House Of Tate is Amazing!!

http://www.papermonster.org
(This is a new painting which will be in the Art Whino Show Titled “Then, I Left”)

Whirlwind. above




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Art Whino Gallery Group Show Feat. PaperMonster

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I have just received the flier for the upcoming group show at the Art Whino Gallery. I am one of the featured artist with several pieces in the group show. Take a look at the flier and check out the preview of some of the pieces in the show. Hope to see you there. For more information visit: myspace.com/artwhino or myspace.com/elpapermonster

(Click on the Image Above to view larger.)

Preview of pieces for the show. Click to view larger.
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Drawing Session!!

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As the year comes to an end I decided to get a strong drawing session out for new pieces which will come in 2008. There are many things to come such as the group show for Art Whino on Jan 18th, and being published in the book Stencil Nation by Russell Howze (pre-Order Here) I am extremely excited for the new year and can’t wait for new projects to take on. So for now have a look at the drawing session and stay tuned for more news. Thank you to everyone for the support.
-PaperMonster

3 New patterns and two new regular stencil designs.
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