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CREWEST TO BE AT THIS YEAR'S BEYOND EDEN @ BARNSDALL PARK

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Crewest will be one of the galleries exhibiting works at this year's Beyond Eden. We will be featuring works by Man One, Chaz Bojorquez, Miguel Paredes, and PaperMonster. As well as a mini-room with pieces by Huit, Victor Sepulveda, Werc, and Mefee.

BEYOND EDEN
A multi-gallery event celebrating the new contemporary art scene in Los Angeles

The second edition of Beyond Eden will be hosted by the Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery at Barnsdall Park this coming October. Beyond Eden is a multi-gallery event celebrating the new contemporary art scene in Los Angeles. The public is invited to attend this special event and admission is free.

After the overwhelming success of last year's Beyond Eden exhibition which drew over 5,000 people over the course of the weekend, the organizers are keeping the focus of the event on the new contemporary art movement. This genre of art has been building momentum and a patron base in Los Angeles for the past several decades and is finally starting to receive mainstream recognition from major institutions and publications the world over.

Beyond Eden will showcase the works of a half dozen galleries and will be held inside the beautiful confines of the historic Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery during the weekend of October 9th and 10th with an opening night celebration planned for Saturday, October 9th. Participating galleries include Carmichael Gallery, Copro Gallery, Crewest, La Luz De Jesus, LeBasse Projects, and Thinkspace.

In addition to the works on display from the participating galleries, Beyond Eden will also feature a silent auction to benefit the Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery (LAMAG) along with live painting demonstrations throughout the gallery inside and out presented by C.A.V.E. Gallery as well as a special showcase celebrating underground art event Cannibal Flower’s 10 Year Anniversary.

Founded in 1951, the Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery is a historic 10,000 square foot facility located on the sprawling grounds of Olive Hill in the Barnsdall Art Park. The park overlooks the city of Los Angeles and is also home to the famous Frank Lloyd Wright Hollyhock House and Arts Complex. Under the Department of Cultural Affairs, the LAMAG is the premier city-run gallery that focuses on contemporary art, particularly the work of living Southern California artists.

Location:
LA Municipal Art Gallery at Barnsdall Park
4800 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90027
www.beyondedenartfair.com

Schedule of events / viewing hours:
Saturday, October 9th 6PM-11PM
Opening Reception with live painting, a sponsored bar, a silent auction for LAMAG, & tunes from DJ Mr. NumberOnederful (Bitter:Sweet) & X-Point
Admission is Free / Open to the Public

Sunday, October 10th 1PM-6PM
Art viewing / Last chance to see the exhibition
Admission is Free / Open to the Public

Presented by:
Arrested Motion
Art Ltd.
Artillery
Blik
Daily Dujour
Hi-Fructose
Juxtapoz
Lee Joseph Publicity for the Visual Arts
Living Color Graphics
Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery Associates (LAMAGA)
Sour Harvest
Visual Art Source

FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Andrew Hosner (Curatorial Director / Event Organizer)
contact@sourharvest.com

TO RECEIVE PRESS UPDATES OR INQUIRE ABOUT MEDIA CREDENTIALS FOR THE EVENT, PLEASE CONTACT:
Lee Joseph Publicity for the Visual Arts
T 818. 848.2698 F 818.848.2699
E leejemail@gmail.com
W www.leejosephpublicity.com

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"Sweet Things" co-curator Queen Andrea

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Introducing Co-Curator of Sweet Things:

Andrea von Bujdoss AKA “Queen Andrea”

Andrea von Bujdoss AKA “Queen Andrea” is a native New Yorker who was raised in the vibrant Soho neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City. Andrea's passion for urban art and graphic design surfaced at an early age. In the early 1990s, she began to learn graffiti history and developed important friendships and mentoring relationships with some of the most notable New York City old school graffiti writers. Andrea earned her BFA in Graphic Design from Parsons and began a successful Graphic Design career, working for worldwide brands who appreciate the urban creative flavor of her work. These days, she is one of the most traditionally skilled female graffiti artists in the country, possessing an explosively creative style inspired by the excitement of the urban landscape. Her custom lettering portfolio has grown beyond graffiti and is a comprehensive collection of letter studies and design explorations. She has been featured in art shows, toy shows, magazines, books, fashion lines and brand collaborations. Andrea has curated and exhibited in numerous exhibitions in NYC.

Link to her website: http://www.superfreshdesign.com


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BEFORE THE REVOLUTION EXPLAINED

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Before the Revolution is a well thought out 3 part fine art installation featuring Cesaretti's "The Virgin Series", "The Pink Cross", and "The Image Grid". Everything on display has a purpose and a meaning. See below for a complete essay describing the the thought process behind Gusmano Cesaretti's Before the Revolution.

Essay written by Drew Hammond (click on image for a larger view)

















Before the Revolution is on view through May 29th, 2010.

FEATURED ARTIST OF THE MONTH: CACHE

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We are pleased to announce this months featured artist, Cache. Cache has created a super cool installation that is in conjunction with this months exhibit Pedals and Prints.

Here is closer look at his installation:





His goal was to create his own version of a bicycle shop


Since Cache is known for his usage of chickens, he incoporated them into his installation.


Messenger bags are a must


See that little red dot, someone got lucky and will be this pieces new proud owner


Just because one piece is sold, doesn't mean we don't have more.


We have many fun and brightly colored pieces by Cache, just come on by and take a peep. Or you could always check out our flickr page and email us if you are intersted in purchasing anything you see.

Here is some background on Cache:

Los Angeles graffiti artist and painter, Cache, migrated from Guatemala in the late eighties. Growing up just blocks from the infamous Belmont Tunnel, it is clear how he could be so easily influenced and inspired by the art on such legendary walls. From the beginning, he was mesmerized by the colorful graffiti art of the day, where crews like MAK and STN pushed the envelope. During the nineties, he was dedicated mostly to tagging and simple bomb style lettering. It didn’t take him long to discover his own voice and style in this fusion of art and street culture; and was soon found with a spray can and marker in hand, tagging whatever he could reach.

After many years of experimenting with tagging and bombs, this self-taught artist began exploring new ideas. One recurring idea was the use of bright and bubbly characters. Wishing to share his true passions with the community, he considered it essential to incorporate the use of bicycles and favorite book reads. Inspired by such writers as Carlos Castañeda, who describes humans as being “trapped in human chicken coops,” Cache saw how society has been constantly manipulated by corporate logos. As a result, he sought a logo of his own to combat the effects of uniformity, and a censored and diluted media assault on the human psyche. Hence, the Chickens came to life…

“Simplicity is the key” is the code that Cache uses when executing his murals, believing he can reach a wider audience, not for monetary gain but for spreading his thoughts and ideas. Even though he is a self-confessed pessimist, Cache aims to create happy and positive environments to bring a brighter atmosphere to the Los Angeles neighborhoods.

Pedals and Prints is on view through the end of April. Come on by!

ENIK ONE BRINGS FORTH A NEW PRINT

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ENIK ONE always widens eyes with his stellar prints. On display and for sale both at the gallery and online during the month of April is his newest limited edition print "Royal King Card" (Black ink on chrome stained paper. Check it out:



Enik's background:

Raised in the urban ecology of Southern California, EnikOne absorbed the graffiti and smog filled skylines, yet always paid close attention to his two greatest influences: his sister, an accomplished painter and photographer as well as his father, also a renowned photographer. Mimicking the images that surrounded him, he began scripting graffiti during skateboarding excursions and his "throw-ups" and "pieces" became a part of L.A.'s vernacular, adorning freeways, yards, and the occasional metropolitan edifice. Encouraged by local artists, EnikOne's work matured into an amalgamation of graphic designs, mixing his street art, graffiti, typography, stencils, stickers, paste-ups, and silk screens into a unique style emblematic of the City of Quartz but still unlike most works available. With over two decades of perfecting these methods on the streets, EnikOne has earned the attention of national and international artists, earning prizes in Los Angeles, Portland, and Germany and received invitations to show his work in Italy and South Africa to name a few. Impossible to ignore, EnikOne was asked to join the Hit+Run tour in 2005 and is among the favorites of the many talented works exhibited in these well-attended shows. He continues to experiment with images, wedding the pantheon of graphic design features with a style applauded by the art loving public.

Royal King Card can be purchased online by clicking here.

Please note ENIK ONE is an exhibiting artist for Pedals and Prints on view from April 3rd through April 28th, 2010.

NEW JTS BICYCLE PRINT

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Check out this super cool print by JTS:



We asked JTS what kind of paper they used and what inspired them to create their print and this is what they had to say:

"I used newsprint on half and unbleached archival on the other half. I figured there would be allot of fixies and cruisers and some low rider bikes so I wanted to mix it up and hark back to the real old school shit."

This print and many other cool prints will be on display and for sale during the Pedals and Prints exhibition (April 3rd through April 27th). You will also be able to purchase prints online at www.crewest.com.

PEDALS AND PRINTS EXHIBITION @ CREWEST

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Crewest is proud to present "Pedals and Prints" on view from April 3rd through April 30th, 2010. Pedals and Prints is an exhibition featuring hand printed bicycle related prints. With a special installation by April's Featured Artist Cache.

Exhibiting Artists:

Ashira, Bob Motown, Branded, Briana Auel, Brooke Harker, Cache, Cherise Ward, Chris McLean, Concept One, Contra, Dale Dreiling, Dash 2000 Fidel, David Flores ATC, Demon Slayer, DethKills, DKNG, ENIKONE, Euth, Eyeone, Hero Design Studio , Hit & Run Crew, JKnice, Joel Spellman, John Carr, John Vogl, Kelso, Kevin Cameron, Lucky Bunny (RIch DeSimone), Matt Coleman, Matt Dobbs, Monster Kat, Paul Barron, Ritzy Periwinkle, Sebastian Pape, Septerhed, Shing Yin Khor, Skramble, Smitty, Sub Humanoid, Swank One, Two Rabbits, Will Manville Ashira, Bob Motown, Branded, Briana Auel, Brooke Harker, Cache, Cherise Ward, Chris McLean, Concept One, Contra, Dale Dreiling, Dash 2000 Fidel, David Flores ATC, Demon Slayer, DethKills, DKNG, ENIKONE, Euth, Eyeone, Hero Design Studio , Hit & Run Crew, JKnice, Joel Spellman, John Carr, John Vogl, Kelso, Kevin Cameron, Lucky Bunny (RIch DeSimone), Matt Coleman, Matt Dobbs, Monster Kat, Paul Barron, Ritzy Periwinkle, Sebastian Pape, Septerhed, Shing Yin Khor, Skramble, Smitty, Sub Humanoid, Swank One, Two Rabbits, Will Manville and more

SAVE THESE DATES:

Opening Reception
April 3rd, 2010 from 6 to 9pm

Artwalk
April 8th, 2010

Two Rabbits T-Shirt Release
April 17th, 2010 from 6 to 9pm

***Attention all bicyclists, please note bike rides are being organized in Los Angeles are all through out the month with Crewest as the ending point. Join in!!!

Questions? Email us at info@crewest.com

Crewest
110 Winston St.
Los Angeles, CA 90013