Taye 2Cents SGK Bankrupt Slut and hand painted stencil by unkown artist stickers
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Still Selling Out--Dethkills
With a half-assed attempt to stab back at the artists who took back the streets from Dethkills' street art-killing-Krooked/Huf-corporate-campaign, and going over more artists in what appears to be another corporate onslaught, Dethkills solidifies their reputation as has-beens and sell-outs.
With a printed poster made to look hand drawn (not hand drawn, lol) stickered, not pasted over Leba's artwork on Melrose, a wack tag over Free Humanity, and putting up posters over other a whole new slew of artists work, Dethkills seems to be saying a big "f-you" to LA's entire street art community, and giving up the battle at the same time.
It seems the only projects Dethkills puts effort into are paid gigs.
That's not art, that's just advertising.
It Hurts to Walk a Mile In These Shoes
Damn. Check out this dudes big toe.
He was chillin at the park, airin these dogs out.
He did not look homeless-he looked like he works on his feet.
Every step in life must be a painful step.
Damn.
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Okay, I Snagged It
Once in a while, I am so impressed with a piece of art that I take it home with me.
When I spotted the first 'Ducking the Truth' Duck cut out by Dog Byte, I was so moved that I took it off this wall and home to mine.
Glad to see that the location saw another migration.
When I spotted the first 'Ducking the Truth' Duck cut out by Dog Byte, I was so moved that I took it off this wall and home to mine.
Glad to see that the location saw another migration.
The British Influx Continues
Spotted this electrical box in a prime spot on La Cienega, right in front of one of LA's hippest, trendiest bars--The Roger Room.
This collage of work from Alec, Leba, and British Street Artist T.Wat showcases some of LA's top street artists alongside the top talent from across the pond.
Really cool to see street art from worldwide artists in one spot. The recent works in LA from T.Wat and Leeks add a new flavor to the scene. Hope to keep seeing more of this.
Monday, June 28, 2010
Get Up, Stay Up
Stickers from Bankrupt Slut, Ruets, Slayer, PDB, At Large, Toro, Lomoe, Glutton, and unknown cockroach.
Smashed
On Fairfax.
Stickers from MQ, Leak, Bankrupt Slut, Hamok, Casah, Gamel, FYF, Begr, Soup, AL, At Large, Pros and Cons, Tame
Betso Hand Painted Resin Figure
Peeped this Betso hand painted resin figure on Melrose near Munky King.
It has been up for well over a year. Really cool character and great placement.
Seen Betso's work all over the West. From LA to San Fran, to Salt Lake City and Las Vegas. Dope stuff.
You can check out more of Betso's work at his website
http://animalsfromatlantis.com/
Supply & Demand
Supply>Demand --on this sign.
With a strong sticker game including everything from hand drawn to hand cut to production stickers packaged in a strong aesthetic, Supply & Demand has smashed the city and left it wanting more.
The rest of the city is Demand>Supply.
Chattin' with the Buff Man
Bumped into the Buff Man cleaning some telephone poles this morning. He was a short, old guy with gray hair driving a white truck and wearing a dayglo green vest.
I told him "I like the stickers."
He smiled and said, "Yeah, me too. I've got a big collection" and on the glove compartment of his truck he had a Rogue Status sticker.
It was a cool moment. Sometimes I picture the Buff Man as a bad guy or a hater. But this one's a fan of the art, just with a job to do.
I told him "I like the stickers."
He smiled and said, "Yeah, me too. I've got a big collection" and on the glove compartment of his truck he had a Rogue Status sticker.
It was a cool moment. Sometimes I picture the Buff Man as a bad guy or a hater. But this one's a fan of the art, just with a job to do.
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Restitution Press--How To Run LA @ Munky King
Restitution Press launched a bold art show and zine #17 titled 'How To Run LA' this past weekend at Munky King.
Due to being out of town, MelroseandFairfax was unable to attend, but it looks like a smash event. You can peep pics of the opening and view artwork for sale at Munky King
here http://www.munkyking.com/gallery_events.php?id=104
--Side Note: Munky King is a great store for all kinds of art and the top designer vinyl toy store in LA.
They support local street art by hosting shows and stocking stickers from some of LA's top artists including Zoso, Shark Toof, 455er, and, of course, Restitution Press.
Show some support and stop by Munky King next time you're on Melrose.
Mexico
Mexico is a beautiful country. Enjoyed great drinks, wonderful people, and beaches that look like the setting for a Corona commercial.
Also happy to say that street art is alive and thriving in Mexico--especially in Matzatlan.
With many different voices and mediums, from stickers to tags, MelroseandFairfax felt right at home Mexico.
Also happy to say that street art is alive and thriving in Mexico--especially in Matzatlan.
With many different voices and mediums, from stickers to tags, MelroseandFairfax felt right at home Mexico.
