I am excited to share an exclusive interview with Matthew James (HERE). The interview covers some new details on some future projects, art advice, and my love for sneakers among other topics. Check out the entire interview below!!! Enjoy PaperMonster
I am excited to share an exclusive interview with Matthew James (HERE). The interview covers some new details on some future projects, art advice, and my love for sneakers among other topics. Check out the entire interview below!!!
Below are a couple of recent process photos of some of the larger pieces that I have been working on. You can see some of the layers and textures that I am developing inside each canvas. Each area on the canvas has a new and unique story. Typically each painting has an average of 10 different types of paper from all across the globe.
Stay posted for more progress photos and detailed shots!!
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:
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!!!
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 Click on image to view larger Click on image to view larger Click on image to view larger.
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PaperMonster
It is almost HERE!! Friday, July 2nd will mark the opening of “PaperMonster Ate That Little Boy” my solo show opening at Vincent Michael Gallery which is planning to have a massive opening reception. There are many surprises which I will be releasing details on all this week up until the opening of the show. This is by far my largest solo show and has some of the most amazing work I have ever created. The gallery doors open at 6pm sharp so make to stop by early to check it out. For more info check below or visit: http://vincentmichael.com/
PaperMonster Ate That Little Boy
PaperMonster Solo Show
Vincent Michael Gallery is proud to present ‘PaperMonster Ate That Little Boy.’ A solo exhibition featuring prolific stencil artist, PaperMonster. The exhibition is on display from July 2nd to July 31st. In honor of PaperMonster’s solo exhibition, Vincent Michael Gallery will be hosting an opening reception Friday, July 2nd from 6pm to 9pm.
To highlight PaperMonster’s personal and artistic growth over the past few years, it was only fitting his solo exhibition with Vincent Michael Gallery be titled ‘PaperMonster Ate That Little Boy.’ PaperMonster’s current oeuvre has taken his signature female images and infused each piece with greater depth, meaning and emotive expression. Each piece is a beautiful combination of layered imagery, textures and colors conveying themes of love, anger, fear, passion and mystery. Several portraits are layered images of women and powerful animals; speaking to the strength, ferocity and power that each women carries within. By continually developing his distinct use of collage, PaperMonster has taken his striking ability to explore facial expressions to new levels.
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PaperMonster
Preview of a massive piece “Queen and King” for my solo show opening July 2nd @ Vincent Michael Gallery, Philadelphia, PA: http://vincentmichael.com/
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-PaperMonster
I have never been so excited to share news in my life. I will be having my solo show “PaperMonster Ate That Little Boy” this summer opening July 2nd at Vincent Michael Gallery (HERE) in Philadelphia, PA. My heart is racing just writing about the entire show. The show opens July 2nd from 6-9pm and I will be having an artists talk on July 24th from 2-4pm. The gallery is located in a beautiful art square which is accessible with parking and easy to get to in Philly (HERE.) You can view a quick taste of some of the pieces that will be in the show as well as a nice preview video of “PaperMonster Ate That Little Boy.” For more information on my solo show check below or click on the show flyer at the bottom of the post:
PaperMonster Solo Show
“PaperMonster Ate That Little Boy”
Vincent Michael Gallery
1050 N. Hancock Street Suite 63
Philadelphia, PA 19123 http://vincentmichael.com/
1-877-291-11387 | Email: // info@vincentmichael.com
Opening Reception: Friday, July 2nd 6-9 PM
Artist Talk: Saturday July 24th 2-4Pm
Show available from: July 2nd- July 31st
Stay Posted For More Information Battle-Hardened Detail
Click on Image to View Larger “Battle Hardened” “Nothing Personal” “Caught In The Storm” Show Card: Click to view show information/details
PaperMonster is officially the big 25!! What better way to celebrate than share some new photos of what I have been cooking up in the studio. With the weather getting warmer on the east coast I have been putting the final touches on a bunch of new paintings and evolving past stencils. You can catch a quick snapshot of what I mean below. Stay posted because this spring/summer is looking to be one of the most exciting seasons EVER!!
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PaperMonster Guess who got a new camera for his Birthday? ME!! I have been cutting a bunch of these tiny beautiful flowers for many of the new paintings experimenting with different types of papers and effects. I ran into this gem of paper while creating the collage work for a new piece.
Hulk Hogan vs IronMan? Who would win?
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PaperMonster
I recently had the pleasure of chatting with Monkee Design (HERE) for an interview on all things new and old with my art. Monkee Design is an industrial design and student resource blog and during the interview we discussed everything from my mindset when creating paintings, the materials I use, what shows are in store for 2010, resources for students interested in urban art and stencil graffiti, and advise for young people with the desire to create. My favorite part of the interview is that it goes through some of my past work and you can see the evolution in style and quality of the paintings that has taken place through time. You can read the entire interview for yourself over at Monkee Design: PaperMonster Interview (HERE) or click on any of the image below.
“I think the main thing is to not limit yourself to what materials you use whether they are physical materials or computer tools and programs. Don’t get stuck in “Oh I only use a certain spray paint brand or Photoshop or Oils,” because you can really box yourself in and prevent some real discoveries for yourself. It helps you we well rounded and better prepared for future opportunities or challenges that may come.” -PaperMonster
“When I first started to paint I had no supplies or resources, and it is the support of people who have purchased my work, provided me with opportunities to show and encouraged me to continue to create that I have been able to make better quality work. I can not thank people enough for how much I appreciate their support. Never forget people that have been by your side since the beginning. “-PaperMonster
“The best piece of advise I can give is: “Take Your Time.” When you are ready then you are ready. I know that sounds like a cliché but it is absolutely true. If you rush your work it will show in the quality. Everyone wants to have solo shows and amazing success but it does not come over night. Take the time to put in a strong effort and people will admire and respect what you do.” -PaperMonster
It has been an exciting couple of weeks working on new concepts and developing some new techniques. You can catch a photo of one of my latest pieces titled “I Know” which illustrates some of these new qualities that I am exploring. Also, stay posted to some VERY big news coming up later this week. Enjoy
Several months back I had the opportunity to work alongside Art Whino Gallery to put together a stencil art show featuring some of the most talented stencil artists in the US and abroad. I recently ran into this video shot at the opening of the show. The video teaches 1 valuable lesson: When you sing your name (PaperMonster) to check volume levels…they will use it every time!! Lesson learned. Enjoy.
The DirtyPilot “Year One Rewind” Deluxe Edition Book (HERE) features your choice of an original print from either PaperMonster, Ghost or Albert Reyes. I have just finished signing, and spraying the 3rd color stencil embellishment on the PaperMonster Print. The PaperMonster print is an edition of 50 and each print is unique with a hand sprayed stenciled layer. More Info (HERE). You can catch process shots below of the Paper Monster print below. Also, you can catch PaperMonster in the latest issue of AirWar Magazine Issue #5 (HERE) or catch some previews below.
Click on Images Below For More Info:: Dirty Pilot “Year One Rewind” Book: Purchase Here: http://www.dirtypilot.com/dp-book-rewind.html PaperMonster Prints: Edition of 50
8″x10″ 2 color silkscreen, hand stencil embellishing Signing pages of the DirtyPilot Deluze Edition Book. Wrist watch by Nixon!! Air War Magazine Issue #5
PaperMonster featured in AirWar Magazine Issue 5
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Paper Monster
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This past weekend marked the opening of T & P Fin Art Gallery’s “Cut Copy” stencil group show and it was a great event. The exhibition was mind blowing and all of the artist really brought their best work out. It was great to meet so many people and run into some familiar names in the art world especially El Toro (Here) and JoKa (Here)who dropped by the show and I have been fans of their work from a long time now. El Toro is a sticker animal in Philly and JoKa’s paintings and level of detail is insane. Check out some photos of the nite below.
Thanks to Ren, El Toro and Crystal for the photos!!
Crystal is a very driven artist and it was great to meet her. Catch more of her pictures from the show (HERE) PaperMonster Skatedeck Thanks to everyone for coming out especially my amazing friends. Surround yourself with good people.
Enjoy
Paper Monster
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The Stencil show over at Art Whino is only a couple days away and it is going to blow people away. If you go to any show by the end of this year you MUST stop by at this opening. There are hundreds of pieces and you can take pictures for days. It feels great to be so excited about this show and it will not disappoint. The install itself will be one giant playground. Check out some pictures of some of the PaperMonster pieces in the show on sale for less than $40. Imagine buying an original piece of art from your favorite artist for $40….amazing!! Shane and Art Whino are hosting a great event and the show should be one for the record books.
Friday November 14th from 6-Midnight
Opening reception at Art Whino Gallery Art Whino Gallery 173 Waterfront Street National Harbor, MD 20745
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Photo by Jeffrey W. Bussmann
Preparing something MASSIVE/LARGE/HUGE!
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Wood? For what? July 2nd Maybe?
Preview of a massive piece “Queen and King” for my solo show opening July 2nd @ Vincent Michael Gallery, Philadelphia, PA: http://vincentmichael.com/
Battle-Hardened Detail
“Battle Hardened”
“Nothing Personal”
“Caught In The Storm”
Show Card: Click to view show information/details
What could the other half be?
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Guess who got a new camera for his Birthday? ME!!
I have been cutting a bunch of these tiny beautiful flowers for many of the new paintings experimenting with different types of papers and effects.
I ran into this gem of paper while creating the collage work for a new piece.
PaperMonster- I Know
Dirty Pilot “Year One Rewind” Book: Purchase Here:
PaperMonster Prints: Edition of 50
Signing pages of the DirtyPilot Deluze Edition Book. Wrist watch by Nixon!!
Air War Magazine Issue #5
PaperMonster Stencil Graffiti Artist 