I always loved this style of animation. not to mention the storyline which is totally like taking mushrooms. Amazing.
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ODNVo1o7w8M[/youtube]
Its been a while since i last drew this character. Undoubtably the character that I’m most famous for and have painted over the years. His name is Mr Grims. The reason why i have created some paste-ups is for theNational Gallery of Australia (NGA). They have collected street-art pieces over the years starting in 2003. THe NGA is holding an exhibition of their collection in October this year. All the street artists involved will be flown over for the launch. I think we will be doing some live painting etc.Closer to time Ill post more information about this amazing show.
Its brought back alot of memories drawing this character for hundreds of pasteups that filled the streets of Melbourne. I can do this with my eyes closed. That was the point. Repetition Repetition.
The last 2 months I have been secretly working away on a collection of paintings. Im now to proud to announce my next solo exhibition at 19Karen Gallery in the Goldcoast.
My collection is called “Outside Infinity”
The exhibition opening is 31st of July. 6-8pm
19Karen Gallery
19 Karen Ave, Mermaid Beach Queensland
Artist Statement.
I have always been intrigued with the Buddhist belief of reincarnation and the continuation of your soul in another lifetime. The concept behind ‘Outside Infinity’ explores the notion of the infinite abyss known as the universe, contrasted with the fragility of our life. In the fabric of time, our existence would be compared to a speck of dust. Not even. My core focus is to portray the journey of the conscious human life and the subconscious connection with elements such as fate, time, the dream-world and reality. I like the idea that your soul could actually be made up of many different lives that connected throughout the ages. The dream world could be your existence in a parallel universe, and vice versa. Although this exhibition is a personal journey of my core beliefs, I have intentionally left doors wide open for the viewer’s interpretation and personal reflection on their own life. Does everything happen for a reason? How long does forever last for? How many lifetimes have I seen? Was I at the beginning? I think so. We all were.
For gallery details click on the flyer for close-up>
1st of July 2010
EVERFRESH: BLACKBOOK- limited edition pre-order.
PRE ORDERS NOW OPEN
PLEASE NOTE PRE-ORDER ONLY. WILL NOT BE SHIPPED UNTIL SEPTEMBER
EVERFRESH: BLACKBOOK
Limited Edition (500 only)
By Everfresh Studio
256 pages, 254 x 204 mm illustrated Hardcover with dust jacket
Limited Edition includes:
Hand Signed by all Studio artists
Hand finished cover
1 of 500 Everfresh Screen Print
1 Photographic print signed & numbered by Josh Robenstone (assorted from 6 different photos, editions of 100)
Illustrated with striking, candid photography, EVERFRESH: BLACKBOOK provides a rare and exclusive insight into the life of the studio, the artists behind the work and the culture of the elusive underground art world—a world usually cloaked in anonymity.
The ‘Everfresh: Blackbook’ is published through Miegunyah press and will be released as an open edition soft cover as well as a limited edition of 500 hardcovers.
Official launch parties, more details will be announced closer to the dates
Melbourne – 3rd of Sept – 1000Pound Bend
Sydney – 9th of Sept – (venue TBC)
Tokyo – 24th of Sept – PLSMIS Gallery
you will be remembered…
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PPnmyLaNvvw[/youtube]
Be sure to keep the 25th of June free for Meggs new solo show in Melbournes very own BackWoods gallery.
Check out the backwoods website for updates… Go Meggs. You sick cunt.
Nice and simple style. No need for frilly bits. This one goes out to the dubstep heads…
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=es8tjbiSRd0[/youtube]
Mr Lister dropped into the studio for a quick session yesterday.
This chaps always busy. Check his blog out here…
James Reka is a young contemporary artist and painter. With influences in pop culture, street art and illustration, Reka creates his own world of mysterious creatures that communicate though colour and movement. He has exhibited and curated numerous shows at galleries including Bus Gallery, Greenwood, China Heights, Federation Square Melbourne, Gorker, Monster Children Gallery and No Vacancy to name a few