Still Gold

Dam. It was only February last time I was home. Feels like years. So much has changed in 6 months.

The good people at Contrast put together some coverage from the STAY GOLD show at BlueHawaii. Peep.



CONTRAST MAGAZINE

Kaimuki Laundromat

Here is the logo I illustrated for my homegirl Ericka's new business. She's one of the smart ones.



Kaimuki Laundromat is on the corner of 10th avenue and Kaau in Kaimuki. That's my hood!

The Pusher Show : Munky King

Last night's show at Munky King was off the meter. I was really impressed by the wide range of creativity and professionalism.

Visit MUNKY KING ONLINE to view the gallery.













And finally, my submission entitled "I Got You."

I GOT YOU meaning I got your hookup right here, kid...and I GOT YOU hooked. You can't escape the clutches of the Pusher.

The face of the Pusher is a collage of Ben Franklin's and Andrew Jackson's portrait on their respective dollar bills.

Beneath the pusher are 3 pockets representing extremely dangerous addictions. Cocaine. Sex. + Heroin.

The Sharpie Show : Feb 7th Crewest Gallery Los Angeles

I'm honored to be on the list of heads that are participating in this show. Thanks to Zury for putting me up with Crewest.

Bummed. I'll still be in Hawaii for the opening exhibit of this show.

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Official Press Release:

The Sharpie Show
“An exhibition by artists who utilize marking pens as part of their craft”

Opening Reception with Beats by DJ Phyz Ed and Live Printing by Two Rabbits:
Saturday, February 7th, 2009 from 6pm - 9pm

In the Graffiti subculture, practitioners are known as “writers” because graffiti is about writing your name on as many surfaces as possible. Although many writers elevate their art form to the level of creating huge and beautiful murals, they all began their journey as an artist by first learning to write and perfect their name. The Sharpie marker is often the first tool a writer acquires in his lifelong journey to hone his craft and in becoming an artist.

The Sharpie Show, an exhibition curated by renown graffiti artist Man One, featuring original pieces created using Sharpies by some of the best known graffiti artists in the country (and beyond). Aside from graffiti artists, work by tattoo artists and known illustrators; Lalo Alcaraz and Overton Loyd will be on display. From stylized hand signatures, to throw ups, piecebooks, stickers, and any other possible object that can be marked upon, this exhibit will demonstrate the level of creativity that can be achieved between an artist and his/her most basic tool - The Sharpie.

***Exhibit runs thru March 1st, 2009***

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The Sharpie Show Update:

I was swamped getting work ready for the StayGold show in Hawaii and almost missed the sharpie show altogether. But Luna and Man One were cool enough to let me submit my entry late. It took three days of inking (straight sharpie) to fill in the shapes, but i got it done. ($35 expressmail shipping!!!) arrrrrgh!

But in the end, it was definitely worth all the work and money that I put into it.

STAY GOLD : Jan 30th Blue Hawaii Gallery

This a throwback for all the homies that were down since day 1.

The show starts at 900pm - Midnight. I also need to mention that this is a private party (invitation only). The guest list is only 100 deep, so if I haven't already invited you, get at me with the quickness.

Gotta give many mahalos to Kavet the Catalyst (http://www.lightsleepers.net/) and Rod of Blue Hawaii for putting it down.

Upcoming Collabo Sneak : We Go Large

I just sent this off last week as part of a collabo with my homie known as the windward oxen.


Here's the initial sketch.


First layer of color. Going back in for the black outlines.


Tape Boogers.


This is close to the finalized piece. There are some additional details I added before I shipped it. I'm really anxious to see how it turns out.

Wake The Fuck Up.

A piece that I'm working on. 18 x 18.





The sleepwalk life I've lead is over.

IAM8BIT : August.14.2008

I've been priveleged with the opportunity to show some of my artwork at the World of Wonder Storefront Gallery on Hollywood Blvd. with a gang of talented artists from all over.

If at any point in your life you wasted countless hours in front of a tv screen with your nintendo, atari, turbografx16, or whatever it was....you really need to attend this show.