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Sunday, March 20, 2011
Saturday, March 26th, Last Rites Gallery presents it¹s first all-female group show.
Known for exhibiting "Dark Art" - a genre typically outnumbered by male artists, The gallery has set out to present a feminine twist on this hard-edged style. Just as the Siren song lured sailors to their violent death, over 17 female artists will be entrancing viewers with the beauty of their aesthetic, leading them into a more sinister realm.
Among this diverse group of talent is Tara McPherson- a fine artist & illustrator who¹s been profiled by publications including Vanity Fair and Spin, in addition to her work for rock bands such as Beck and Modest Mouse and commercial clients such as Warner Brothers and Nike; Niagara- former member of the punk band Destroy All Monsters, now creating striking depictions of strong women which have been exhibited in galleries & museums around the planet; Lady Pink- a world renowned graffiti artist who's artwork has been gracing the streets since the since the 80's, as well as presented in collections including the Whitney Museum, the Brooklyn Museum, and the MET in New York City; and Amy Crehore's mysterious, dream-like narratives have been exhibited in notable galleries and museums for many years and commissioned by America's top magazine and book publishers such as ESPN Magazine, Esquire, Forbes, GQ and Rolling Stone.
Featuring diverse subject matter and a variety of media from:
Amy Crehore, Imminent Disaster, Yoko D'Holbachie, Leslie Ditto, Dan-ah Kim, Danni Shinya Luo, Angie Mason, Tara McPherson, Miso, Catherine Brooks and Tamara Cervenka aka Isobel Milena, Niagara, Lisa Petrucci, Lilly Piri, Mijn Schatje, Pink Smith, Allison Sommers…and more!
About Last Rites Gallery:Established in 2008, Last Rites has become a premiere gallery for the Dark Art movement and a haven for artists who prefer to explore the ominous, uncomfortable, and eccentric in their work.
Striving to showcase some of the most thought-provoking art in contemporary surrealism, Last Rites creates an atmosphere where the artist can harness limitless expression and the observer can reflect inward, inspired to understand that which resides in us all. Since it's inception, media accolades now include Juxtapoz, Inked Magazine, Tattoo Society, Hi Fructose, NY Post, and the Channel 11 News.
Paul Booth, featured by Rolling Stone as "King of Rock Tattoos", opened Last Rites after 20 years of contributions to the tattoo and art community. Networks including Discovery, TLC, MSNBC, and MTV, continue to share Last Rites' reputation with the world.On display March 26th to April 23rd, 2011.
CONTACT: Celeste Fuechsel
Assistant Director1-212-560-0666 info@lastritesgallery.com
Last Rites Gallery,
511 W. 33rd street, 3fl New York, NY 10001
Saturday, March 19, 2011
The Hannya mask is used in many noh and kyògen Japanese plays, as well as in Shinto ritual kagura dances. The Hannya mask portrays the souls of women who have become demons due to obsession or jealousy. Plays in which a person may wear the hannya mask include Aoi no Ue and Dòjòji; its use in these two plays, two of the most famous of the Noh repertoire, and its distinctive and frightening appearance make it one of the most recognizable Noh masks.
The Hannya mask is said to be dangerous and demonic, but also sorrowful and tormented displaying the complexity of human emotions. When the actor looks straight ahead, the mask appears frightening and angry; when tilted slightly down, the face of the demon appears to be sorrowful, as though crying. The oldest hannya mask is dated 1558.
Hannya masks appear in various skin tones: a white mask indicates a woman of aristocratic status (such as Rokujò in Aoi no Ue), a red mask depicts a low-class woman, and the darkest red depicts true demons (revealed after appearing as women, as in Momijigari and Kurozuka.) Those who get a Hannya mask tattooed in their bodies have identified themselves in one way or the other with this masks. People have a reason to get tattooed, and choosing a design plays a role as well.
Some people might like the way it looks, the colors, etc. or simply have a personal reason to go for the mask, some people follow the cultural significance and others might relate to the mask in some ways.
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
San Francisco Tattoo and Piercing Studio Hosts Art Exhibit and Cocktail Hour March 27
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As connoisseurs of all things art, Tattoo Boogaloo's owners and artists are hosting an art exhibit and cocktail hour beginning at 6pm on March 27th, 2011. Located in the heart of North Beach in San Francisco, Tattoo Boogaloo's tattoo artists Mez Love and Deanna Wardin switch media for the night, and will display ten collaborations they created for local tea company, Herb 4 U Garden.
Herb 4 U Garden commissioned Mez and Deanna to digitize some of their original paintings to create labels for their tea canisters. "We had so much fun creating the original paintings, that it's really exciting that our work will now be featured on the canisters of Herb 4 U Garden Tea," says artist Deanna Wardin.
The original artwork by Mez and Deanna will be up for sale at Tattoo Boogaloo, and the art opening is in support of Tattoo Boogaloo as well as Herb 4 U Garden. Additionally, information about Herb 4 U Garden's new products will be on display at the event.
Jared Anderson and Kyle Ford, mixologist extraordinaire of the bar 15 Romolo located in North Beach and known for their unique and delectable libations, will concoct tea-infused cocktails during the event.
Tattoo Boogaloo is hosting an art exhibit and cocktail hour on March 27th.
Mez Love specializes in portraits and realism and I enjoy creating contemporary and graphic works," said Deanna. "We encourage everyone to stop by for good company, an exceptional cocktail, beautiful artwork and lots of fun."
We had so much fun creating the original paintings, that it's really exciting that our work will now be featured on the canisters of Herb 4 U Garden Tea.
For more information about Tattoo Boogaloo's art exhibit or any of their products or services, call them at (415) 391-1053, view them on the web at http://www.tattooboogaloo.com, or visit their store located at 528 Green Street, San Francisco, CA 94133.
About Tattoo Boogaloo
Tattoo Boogaloo is a San Francisco tattoo and piercing studio located in the North Beach neighborhood. They accept walk-ins for tattoos and piercing and are also available for consultations on future body art.
The San Francisco tattoo studio has been open since July of 2010, and it is owned and operated by the three artists Chris, Deanna and Mez. They are also pleased to announce the newest addition to the Boogaloo crew, Katie Grienstead, also known as Katie the Piercing Lady.
Monday, March 14, 2011
Saturday, March 12, 2011
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Friday, March 11, 2011
Waka Flocka Flame is a huge animal lover and is giving a shout-out to all the helpless fuzzy animals who are killed for their fur. The rapper has joined PETA's iconic "Ink, Not Mink" campaign and is showing his skin to help animals save theirs.
Waka thinks that "[fur] is nasty!" and urges the hip-hop community to "understand what you buy." Animals who are killed for their fur, such as foxes, minks, rabbits—even dogs and cats—are bludgeoned, stomped, electrocuted, and often skinned alive. Waka shares his disgust and exclaims, "Damn … electrocuting and killing animals!" Undercover investigations reveal the horror as the animals struggle and scream in pain as workers peel the skin from the writhing animals' bodies.
Waka Flocka Flame shot two additional ads for PETA. Check out the explicit and tame versions now!
Animals endure tremendous pain and suffering before they are turned into coats, vests, hats, and other accessories. The only way to prevent such unimaginable cruelty is never to buy or wear any fur or fur trim and to encourage others to do the same. As Waka Flocka Flame prepares his sophomore album, Triple F Life: Friends, Fans, & Family, one F you'll never see him in is fur.
