Video: Koleszar @ Friends With Knives Opening Reception

Below is a great video of Koleszar speaking on this stencil art process and even showing an extremely intricate stencil layer which he used on one of the pieces in the show. The “Friends With Knives” stencil group at Crewest Gallery closes this week so make sure to catch it before it is over.
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PaperMonster

More Opening Photos: Friends With Knives Stencil Group Show @Crewest Gallery LA

Below is a brand new batch of photos of the Friends With Knives Stencil Group Show curated by PaperMonster opening that took place at Crewest Gallery in Los Angeles California courtesy of stencil artists Henry Quiara. Participating artists in the show included: Blek le Rat, Broken Crow, Chris Stain, Dave Lowell, E.L.K, , HAHA, Joe Iurato, Koleszar, Henry Quiara, Leckomio, Nathan Phaneuf, PaperMonster, Peat Wollaeger, Scotch and Shai Dahan.
For More Visit:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/henryquiara/
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-PaperMonster
Henry Quiara, E.L.K with Blek le Rat in center
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Nathan Phaneuf crisp clean stencil layering on mirror.
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Fantastic 3-D sculpture piece by Peat using stencils.
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Nathan Phaneuf
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HAHA
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PaperMonster
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Great new direction and quality work from Chris Stain
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Chris Stain
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Scotch
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Scotch also featured in LA Times article alongside many of the participating artists
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Joe Iurato
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Broken Crow
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Joe Iurato
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Dave Lowell with insane photorealism skills
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Leckomio, Henry Quiara, and Shai Dahan
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Dave Lowell
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Insane skill by none other than Koleszar. Huge detail and layering of stencils with precision in this piece.
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Nathan Phaneuf
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PaperMonster, Nathan Phaneuf, and Peat W.
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Dave Lowell and John Koleszar
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Koleszar and Man One (Crewest)
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PaperMonster

Opening Photos: Friends With Knives @Crewest Gallery LA, California

Below you can catch photos from the opening of the Friends With Knives stencil group show opening at Crewest Gallery (HERE) courtesy of Koleszar, Nathan Phaneuf and Daily Dujour. The opening was fantastic with a great crowd and special book signing by artists Chaz Bojorquez and you can catch all of the artwork at Crewest Gallery as well as a special toy release of the Bacon Madl vinyl on Friday August 20th (HERE).

CHECK OUT ALL OF THE WORK FOR SALE HERE:

http://www.crewest.com/available/index.html
For More Images Visit:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/nathanphaneuf/
and
http://dailydujour.com/2010/08/07/seen-friends-with-knives-crewest/
and
http://www.facebook.com/john.koleszar
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Beutiful photo via Nathan Phaneuf. For more visit:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/nathanphaneuf/
Dave Lowell and Joe Iurato
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Chris Stain
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Nathan Phaneuf amazing women with knives and a beautiful piece in the middle by Peat using stencils on a 3D/Sculpture level. INSANE!!’
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Leckomio
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Mirror pieces by Nathan Phaneuf
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Artist Chaz during his book signing .
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Koleszar
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Another beautiful shot of Peat’s work. MUST SEE!! Taking stencils to new levels.
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Love this series by E.L.K.
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PaperMonster
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Koleszar
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Completed!! Electric Windows Final Install

Below is the final result of Electric Windows 2010!! Click on the image to view larger and to see everything that went on during Electric Windows visit:
https://papermonster.wordpress.com/2010/08/04/photos-electric-windows-art-event-over-160-photos/
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For more images of all of the installations
http://www.flickr.com/photos/openspacebeacon/
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Participating artists:
Big Foot, Buxtonia, BoogieRez, Cern, Chor Boogie, Chris Stain, Chris Yormick, Depoe, Elbow Toe, Elia Gurna, Ellis G, Erik Otto, Eugene Good, Faust, Gaia, Joe Iurato, Kid Zoom, Mr Kiji, Logan Hicks, Lotem & Aviv, Michael De Feo, Paper Monster, Peat Wollaeger, Rick Price, Ron English, Ryan Bubnis, Ryan Williams, Skewville, and thundercut

Interview!! Los Angeles Times x Friends With Knives Curated By PaperMonster @ Crewest Gallery

The Friends With Knives stencil group show was recently featured in the Arts and Culture section of last week’s Los Angeles Times!! Alie Ward from the LATimes/BrandX and PaperMonster sat down to chat about putting together the group of artists for the Friends With Knives, the value of the stencil art movement, begining my PhD in Biology and much more. You can check out the entire interview online below!! Stay posted for photos from the opening reception at Crewest Gallery!!

http://www.thisisbrandx.com/2010/08/into-the-great-indoors-friends-with-knives-art-show-opens-saturday.html
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Koleszar sent me this photo of the printed article in the LA Times published last week in the Art and Culture section!! More photos coming soon!! Thanks Koleszar!
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Via LATimes/Brand X
“There’s a fine line between what’s an eyesore and what’s really beautiful,” says PaperMonster. “There’s a line between writing on the street, with no purpose versus a very well thought-out message that people can connect with.”

“There’s a lot of work that goes into each stencil and each painting,” says PaperMonster, who notes that many compositions require more than a dozen different stencils and aerosol colors. “It deserves to have a proper space so people can observe it and spend time with it. In the street, the experience is very ephemeral.”
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PaperMonster

LA Times article of Friends With Knives Stencil Group Show curated by PaperMonster!! Thanks to Koleszar for the photo.

July/August PaperMonster’s Favorite Things 2010

Things have been so busy that I completely forgot to do my favorite things post for July so this month you get two whole months of favorite things for July and August. Check out all the madness below with tons of videos to watch.
First up we have Metroid: Other M for the Wii which releases this month and is one of the most anticipated games for the Wii this year. Metroid: Other M has a complete new style different than any other Metroid game in the past mixing sidescrolling and first person perspectives with new quick time events. To see what I mean check out the video below:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Igjyh18ebw

Now this blew my mind. Nerf has taken things to a whole new level with their guns!! The new Nerf Stampede which sells for $50+ is a fully automatic firing machine. The Nerf guns that we used to have to pull to shoot will soon be a thing of the past. Check out the entire Nerf http://www.hasbro.com/nerf/en_US/ and buy your own Stampede in less than 30 days!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E81Jm_F6hIE

New sniper rifle from Nerf!! Insane!!
Jackass is back with a whole new movie coming to theather in October and guess in what dimension you can see it in…. 3D!!! You have to catch the entire preview below.
The ending is AMAZING:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFK6Ih8KOis

Now this is where things ger crazy. Microsoft has revealed a ton of new products/games at E3 this year and you will not believe what you can do with their latest addition the Kinect.
http://www.xbox.com/en-US/kinect
This is where games are going and what your kids will be playing very soon without a controller and a brand new way you will look at fitness games. YOU HAVE TO SEE THESE VIDEOS!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jY-9_VPcLR4

Kinectimals Demo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m-iZjILgm8E

New Fitness Game For Kinect!!

Next we have my dream vision of an underground Batman style parking garage. Every home should come with one. Check more of this amazing concept at:
http://www.fubiz.net/2010/07/16/underground-parking-system/

OHHH YEAHH!! Here we see Terrafugia which is one step closer to a flying car. This new car concept really flys and is awaiting approval and further development. You can check out two great videos below of just what to expect from Terrafugia below:
http://jalopnik.com/5173389/terrafugia-flying-car-makes-first-flight
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9EW-GVNTpHc

First flight!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WqEVpuqcx8A

Animated concept video

More mobile games?? YES! Archetype is the latest app for the Ipod Touch and Iphone that in my opinion is one of the best first person shooter games I have ever seen on any mobile device whether phone or mobile gaming system. This app only cost $2.99 and I can’t stop playing it!!! Catch me in a match under PaperMonster!! Pick your copy at your Ipod Touch or Iphone App Store!! Check out a gameplay video below:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTjizv8Ilf8

When I first saw this I had no clue what it was. It is called Rex Bionics System and it is a system that allows people bound to a wheel chair for whatever reason to be able to take their first foot steps with the aid of this exoskeleton system that allows you to stand and move upright. Check out the wonderful video showing the Rex Bionics System in action. This is a wonderful move forward in science!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EGw5DYngHTo
Ren showed this to me last week and it is a new concept being push forward by China to create these massive buses that ride on rails similar to a subway train but cars can drive right through underneath each bus without any problem. Very cool concept and you can check out more of what China is planning next:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hv8_W2PA0rQ
Lastly I leave you with two of my favorite videos this month. Hope you enjoy. Check them out below:
Kanye-Power
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L53gjP-TtGE

Chromeo- Don’t Turn The Lights On
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KP7mxcvGejQ

Enjoy and feel free to leave a comment below if you loved any of these things or would like to share your favorite thing this month!!
-PaperMonster

Camera phone photo from last night’s opening @Crewest Gallery

PREVIEW: Friends With Knives @Crewest Gallery Los Angeles, CA Opening August 7th

Below is a fantastic preview of what to expect tomorrow night at Crewest Gallery for the Friends With Knives Stencil Group Show featuring Blek le Rat, Broken Crow, Chris Stain, Dave Lowell, E.L.K, Greg Boudreau, HAHA, Joe Iurato, Koleszar, Henry Quiara, Leckomio, Mefee, Nathan Phaneuf, PaperMonster, Peat Wollaeger, Scotch and Shai Dahan. Check below for more info:
Friends With Knives Stencil Group Show
Opening August 7th @ 6pm
Crewest
110 Winston St.
LA, CA 90013
213-627-8272
www.crewest.com
PaperMonster
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Nathan Phaneuf
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Blek le Rat
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E.L.K.
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John Koleszar
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Dave Lowell
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Joe Iurato
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Mefee
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Scotch
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Your Worst Enemy by PaperMonster

Your Worst Enemy
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Stencil Collage On Canvas
Birds from Andrew Zuckerman’s book “Bird”
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PaperMonster

VIDEO: Electric Windows 2010 via The Style Curator

Natalie Kates over at the Style Curator (HERE) put together a wonderful video capturing the Electric Windows 2010 Event (PHOTOS HERE). You can catch it below:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gN9csKjLcaM

PHOTOS: “Electric Windows” Art Event Over 160+ Photos!!

Electric Windows took place this past weekend and the event brought together some incredible artists including:
Big Foot, Buxtonia, BoogieRez, Cern, Chor Boogie, Chris Stain, Chris Yormick, Depoe, Elbow Toe, Elia Gurna, Ellis G, Erik Otto, Eugene Good, Faust, Gaia, Joe Iurato, Kid Zoom, Mr Kiji, Logan Hicks, Lotem & Aviv, Michael De Feo, Paper Monster, Peat Wollaeger, Rick Price, Ron English, Ryan Bubnis, Ryan Williams, Skewville, and thundercut
All of the artists took part in live painting sessions on giant canvas, walls, and outdoor installations in beautiful Beacon, New York throughout the entire weekend. Below you can find over 160 photos from the entire event. It was an honor and incredible experience to paint alongside some of today’s most talented artists. Enjoy all of the photos that cover the event from start to finish and stay posted for more photos later this week!!
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PaperMonster

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BigFoot
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PaperMonster
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Skewville
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Chor Boogie

Elbow-Toe
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Preparing the canvas
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Depoe
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Erik Otto
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Chor Boogie
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PaperMonster and Peat Wollaeger
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Ryan Bubnis
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Giant Snake Stencil
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Gaia
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Rick Price
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Elbow-Toe
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Mr Kiji
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BigFoot
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Cern and Gaia
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Gaia and PaperMonster
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Peat balloon
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Skewville
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BigFoot
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Cern
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Map of Paris Louvre
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BigFoot
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Cern
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Depoe
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PaperMonster interviewed
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Gaia
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Chor Boogie
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Joe Iurato
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Kid Zoom
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Joe Iurato
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Beautiful Beacon, NY waterfalls
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Chor Boogie
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Gaia
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Rick Price
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BigFoot
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Cern
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Mr Kiji
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Gigantic Crowd
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Big Foot and PaperMonster
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Skewville
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Chor Boogie
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Cern
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Mr Kiji
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Big Foot
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PaperMonster
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Gaia
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Erik Otto
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Elbow-Toe
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Ryan Bubnis
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Ron English
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Ron English
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Joe Iurato
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Chor Boogie
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Skewville
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BigFoot
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Ron English
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Gaia and PaperMonster
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Erik Otto
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Ryan Bubnis
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Mr Kiji
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Cern
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Rick Price
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Completed piece for Electric Windows by PaperMonster
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Detail of canvas collage
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BigFoot
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Cern
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Gaia
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Mr Kiji
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Depoe
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Eric Otto
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Ron English
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Ryan Bubnis
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Elbow-Toe
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Joe Iurato
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Skewville
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Chor Boogie
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Chris Stain
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Chris Stain
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Peat Wollaeger
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Gaia
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BigFoot
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More Photos Of All Installed Canvases Coming Soon
Thanks to Ren for all of the Photos!!
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PaperMonster

Joe Iurato Part Of The “Friends With Knives” Group Show Opening August 7th @Crewest Gallery

Joe Iurato embodies everything it takes to be a successful stencil artist. He is driven, innovative, and determined to take on everything and anything that comes his way. I am excited to have Joe Iurato as part of the Friends With Knives Stencil Group Show opening in just a couple of days this Saturday, August 7th at Crewest Gallery in Los Angeles California. Participating artists in the Friend With Knives Show include: Blek le Rat, Broken Crow, Chris Stain, Dave Lowell, E.L.K, Greg Boudreau, HAHA, Joe Iurato, Koleszar, Henry Quiara, Leckomio, Mefee, Nathan Phaneuf, PaperMonster, Peat Wollaeger, Scotch and Shai Dahan. Check more from Joe Iurato at:
http://www.joeiurato.com/
Friends With Knives Stencil Group Show
Opening August 7th @ 6pm
Crewest Gallery
110 Winston St.
LA, CA 90013
213-627-8272
www.crewest.com

Joe Iurato at Electric Windows 2010
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PaperMonster

Opening Photos: Sea No Evil Art Show, California

The Sea No Evil Art Event benefiting the Sea Sheperd Conservation Society opened this past weekend with a giant turnout. ArrestedMotion.com (HERE) and DSTROYR (HERE) have come wonderful coverage of the entire event and all of the amazing art up for auction. Check below for more info:
Photos Via Arrested Motion
http://arrestedmotion.com/2010/08/openings-sea-no-evil-2010-charity-art-show-for-sea-shepherd-conservation-society/
Massive crowd
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Dave Kinsey
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Angry Woebots
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Photos Via DSTROYR
http://dstroyr.wordpress.com/2010/08/01/sea-no-evil-recap/
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PaperMonster piece up for auction
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PaperMonster

Preview BigFoot at Electric Windows. Photo Set Coming Soon

Preview of Electric Windows Photo Set

Detail of “Your Worst Enemy”

Detail of “Practical”

Detail of “Your Best Friend”

PaperMonster Part Of The “Friends With Knives” Group Show Opening August 7th @Crewest Gallery

Below is a quick preview of some detail shots from several of the new pieces I will show this Saturday August 7th at Crewest Gallery at the Friends With Knives Stencil Group Show. This show is a dream come true to put together as a stencil artists showing alongside Blek le Rat, Broken Crow, Chris Stain, Dave Lowell, E.L.K, Greg Boudreau, HAHA, Joe Iurato, Koleszar, Henry Quiara, Leckomio, Mefee, Nathan Phaneuf, PaperMonster, Peat Wollaeger, Scotch and Shai Dahan. Stay posted for more on the Freinds With Knives Show!!
For more on PaperMonster Visit:
https://papermonster.wordpress.com
Friends With Knives Stencil Group Show
Opening August 7th @ 6pm
Crewest Gallery
110 Winston St.
LA, CA 90013
213-627-8272
www.crewest.com
Preview of “Your Worst Enemy”
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Preview of “Your Best Friend”
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Beautiful birds/wings from Andrew Zuckerman book “Bird”
Preview of “Practical”
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PaperMonster

Chris Stain Part Of The “Friends With Knives” Group Show Opening August 7th @Crewest Gallery

It is always great to run into friends and I had the pleasure of running into Chris Stain this weekend during the Electric Windows Event (photos coming soon). Chris took over a beautiful outdoor space with some stunning stencils which you can see below. He will join Blek le Rat, Broken Crow, Dave Lowell, E.L.K, Greg Boudreau, HAHA, Joe Iurato, Koleszar, Henry Quiara, Leckomio, Mefee, Nathan Phaneuf, PaperMonster, Peat Wollaeger, Scotch and Shai Dahan this Saturday as part of the Friends With Knives Stencil Group Show at Crewest Gallery this Saturday August 7th.
For more on Chris Stain visit:
http://www.chrisstain.com/
Friends With Knives Stencil Group Show
Opening August 7th @ 6pm
Crewest
110 Winston St.
LA, CA 90013
213-627-8272
www.crewest.com

Chris Stain at Electric Windows 2010. More photos coming soon.
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PaperMonster

Scotch Part Of The “Friends With Knives” Group Show Opening August 7th @Crewest Gallery

It is great to see artists take major artistic leaps where you see the artists take on new subject matter in which you see a major jump in quality and style progression in the process. Scotch is a great example of this and I am excited to have him be part of the Friends With Knives Show Opening this Saturday night August 7th @ Crewest Gallery. Check out more from Scotch below and be sure to catch this amazing stencil group show opening this Saturday.
For more on Scotch visit:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/el_scotcho/
Friends With Knives Stencil Group Show
Opening August 7th @ 6pm
Crewest
110 Winston St.
LA, CA 90013
213-627-8272
www.crewest.com
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PaperMonster

Shai Dahan Part Of The “Friends With Knives” Group Show Opening August 7th @Crewest Gallery

Shai Dahan is not only a wonderful artists but the founder of Abztract (HERE) and will join Blek le Rat, Broken Crow, Chris Stain, Dave Lowell, E.L.K, Greg Boudreau, HAHA, Joe Iurato, Koleszar, Henry Quiara, Leckomio, Mefee, Nathan Phaneuf, PaperMonster, Peat Wollaeger, and Scotch this Saturday August 7th at Crewest Gallery for the Friends With Knives Stencil Group Show. For more of Shai and Abztract visit:
http://www.abztract.com/
Friends With Knives Stencil Group Show
Opening August 7th @ 6pm
Crewest
110 Winston St.
LA, CA 90013
213-627-8272
www.crewest.com
Shai Dahan’s mashup of animals and objects with great detail.
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PaperMonster