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Sometimes when a message needs to be said, art is the best way to say it.


“Sometimes when a message needs to be said, art is the best way to say it.”
By Luna George

“Skid Row is virtually synonymous with poverty, violence, and homelessness but in the midst of struggle also lies genuine humanity stripped down to its core. Faces of Skid Row is a fundraiser and exhibition to bring awareness and to benefit those currently living homeless in the Skid Row area in Downtown Los Angeles” says Juxtapoz.com. On October 23, 2010 from 6 to 9 pm Crewest will host a huge fundraiser benefiting the Midnight Mission, an organization dedicated to providing Skid Row residents with shelter, housing, educational services and job placement. A $10 dollar donation will be asked at the door in which all proceeds made at the door will be generously donated to The Midnight Mission by Crewest. Those wishing to attend must RSVP their attendance to skidrow@crewest.com. In addition, 10% of all art and merchandise proceeds will also be donated to The Midnight Mission by Crewest. All are welcome to attend and participate.



By Preston Craig


“Crewest, a Los Angeles-based art gallery, bears witness to the struggles of the residents of Skid Row. Faces of Skid Row, the first exhibition presented by Curator Luna George, showcases the most appealing illustrators, sculptors, street artists, fine artists, graffiti artists and photographers inspired by the experience of being homeless in downtown Los Angeles” states Sonali of Uprising Radio in a radio interview with Luna George.

In a recent statement made by Curator Luna George, George states, “The concept of Faces of Skid Row was created because there was a heart-felt and serious need to help those living on Skid Row. Bringing together this diverse group of artists was the best way I could accomplish getting the message out to the public to help the people of Skid Row. These artists have a way of creating works that capture your eye because it’s fresh, bold and appealing to today’s eye. Sometimes when a message needs to be said, art is the best way to say it…All artists in the show were carefully selected for Faces of Skid Row due to a charismatic talent each possess within their specific genre. Each artist has been carefully observed over the years and the curator knew this show would be perfect for them to express and display their charismatic works for the public to enjoy and to appeal to all senses.”


By Eriberto Oriol


Creating possibility in someone that moves them to action where that possibility did not exist before is the underlying purpose of Faces of Skid Row. At this time, the exhibition itself has caught the attention of local university students who have become inspired to participate in helping those living on Skid Row. The exhibition and curator hope to further its efforts and inspire others to join in on October 23, 2010 at Crewest.


Exhibiting Artists:

Bob Motown, Branded, Dash, Dave Kawano, Enik, Eriberto Oriol, Estevan Oriol, Euth, Ezra, Graham Walzer, Gregg Stone, James Gillette, Juan Balandran, Lalo Alcaraz, Man One, Michael Pizarro, Mike Street, Oscar Magallanes, Philip Lumbang, Preston Craig, Shing Yin Khor, Smear, Thomas the Messenger, Two Rabbits, Mas, Ruthie Pie, Mason Brown


Crewest is located at 110 Winston St., Los Angeles, CA 90013 and can reached at 213-627-8272 or via email at info@crewest.com. Their website is at: www.crewest.com.

Fundraiser Night is sponsored by: Jarritos, Roaring Lion Energy Drink, Urth Caffe, Earth Café and Big Man Bakes.


Media Contact: Luna George
luna@crewest.com
818-235-4598



By Thomas the Messenger

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"THE POWER OF ART" SATURDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2010

Through art, messages can be heard.

Creating possibility in someone that moves them to action where that possibility did not exist before, is the "Power of Art" we are experiencing.



On behalf of Crewest and Curator Luna George you are cordially invited to experience the "Power of Art" a fundraising event in conjunction wuth the currently runnin exhibition "Faces of Skid Row" benefiting The Midnight Mission and those who are currently living on Skid Row:

Date of Event:
Saturday, October 23, 2010

Time:
6 - 9 pm

Where:Crewest Gallery
110 Winston St.
Los Angeles, CA 90013
(213) 627-8252

RSVP to skidrow@crewest.com

Entertainment Schedule:
With live painting by Sergio Rodriguez and live music by DJ Phyz Ed


Works by:

Bob Motown, Branded, Dash, Dave Kawano, Enik, Eriberto Oriol, Estevan Oriol, Euth, Ezra, Graham Walzer, Gregg Stone, James Gillette, Juan Balandran, Lalo Alcaraz, Man One, Michael Pizarro, Mike Street, Oscar Magallanes, Philip Lumbang, Preston Craig, Shing Yin Khor, Smear, Thomas the Messenger, Two Rabbits, Mas, Ruthie Pie and Featured artist Mason Brown



Delightful treats for the evening:

Complimentary delicious cupcakes donated by:
Big Man Bakes

Complimentary Tasty Vegan Cheesecakes donated by:
Earth Café

Refreshments provide by:
Jarritos and Roaring Lion Energy Drink

Fundraising Detail:
We are asking for a $10 donation at the door.

100% of door donations and 10% of all art and merchandise sales will all go to The MidnightMission on this night.


We leave you with the following, click to read entire story and see you on Saturday:

"New Art Exhibit Shows 'Faces of Skid Row" - Uprising Radio

"Skid Row is virtually synonymous with poverty, violence, and homelessness but in the midst of struggle also lies genuine humanity stripped down to its core" - Juxtapoz.com

"New exhibit showcases life on Skid Row" - USC Daily Trojan

Click here to view available works online

Artwork inquiries can be directed to info@crewest.com.







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FACES OF SKID ROW OPENING NITE + MEDIA COVERAGE

Opening nite slideshow + art pics:



Flickr link

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Available Artwork Online:
All works from this show are available for purchase online at: Crewest:Available Works Section.

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Media Coverage:
We have some great stories from our followers and supporters. Please visit
and read what they are saying about this show!

Juxtapoz

KPFK:Uprising Radio

Daily Trojan

Flavorpill

Evil Monito

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DON'T FORGET!
Fundraiser Night OCT.23:

Fundraiser night is scheduled to happen on October 23rd.
We will be asking for a $10 donation at the door in which all proceeds will go to The Midnight Mission. Please assist in promoting this event.

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www.Crewest.com


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BELMONT TUNNNEL OPENING NIGHT!

We had a great turnout, hundreds showed up to peep the exhibition included fans, artists, collectors, and a few celebs.

Here is a synopsis of that night through the lens of our good friend and dope LA photographer Eriberto Oriol.

All Photos by: EribertoOriol.com
Eriberto Oriol © 2009

Enjoy!

Outside the line was long..


Eriberto and Angelica...


Slick and Estevan Oriol..


Curator Carlos Marquez...


Mandoe and Revok...


Slick...


Relic...


Thats Punk rock!


Man One and Craola...


Relax with his girl..


Wisk..



MORE ARTWORK AND PARTY PHOTOS HERE!

Explore the forbidden at “ForbiddenArtLA.com” coming soon

CANCEPTUAL (v.3)

CANceptual [v.3]
"Recycle your spray cans...make some art...save the Earth"

Exhibit Dates: May 2nd thru May 31st
Opening Reception: May 2nd from 6pm to 9pm







Crewest saves the Earth one spray can at a time. For the past 7 years, Crewest has been at the forefront of recognizing graffiti art as a unique and valid art form with aerosol cans as one of it’s primary mediums. In support of the many artists who have chosen to use their talents for something positive, Crewest celebrates their 7th Year Anniversary and brings you the third installment of CANceptual. An art exhibition giving young artists an opportunity to showcase their work alongside known artists. Crewest encourages artists to find those old rusted cans and recycle them by turning them into fine art pieces for sale at the gallery.
As gallery director Man One puts it, “Where the weapon of choice becomes the instrument of beauty”

Featured in this exhibit are works by:

3 Sheets, ACME, Alonys Art, Anthony Aguirre, Apricot Mantle, Art Martinez, Astek, Auks, Bill Gallagher, BRANDED, Brian (Negro Picasso) Ross, buna, c3po, Dan Ruhrmanty, DANIEL BARAJAS, Dash2000Fidel, David MacDowell, DCYPHER, Downer, DRAST CBS TBG, Dres13, Dyroza, Dytch66, Earn One, Eduardo73, Eriberto Oriol, Ernesto Vazquez, FLASH ABC, GAPE, Ghost One (UTI), groty dct, Gwen Mercado-Reyes, HASTE, Huit (COI), inept, J.Edwards, Jarrod Barton (boost), Jason Jacenko, Jessica Ward, Jesus Gomez, Jonathan Bueno, Jose M. Loza, Jose Reyes, Just Elias, Kaman Chow, Kelly Thompson, Le' Nik, Lucho, MARKA27, Maya Villa, Miki Lorena, Miwa "miwaLyric" Kayama, Modern Day Monster, New Colony, Nicole Kaspereen, Noah Ptolemy, Rebornz Art/ Randy De Leon, Rel.One, REVEL, ROME, Ruthie Pie, Shark Toof, Sherm, Skyler Gonzalez, SMEAR, Sophia Gasparian, Stacy White, TEEL ONE, Thomas J. Schaeffer (the Messenger), Travis Moore, Vanessa Hampton, Yuki and many more

INFINITE LIBRARIES

Infinite Libraries is a visual art exhibition based on texts describing 14 imaginary libraries written by visual artist/writer Gustavo Alberto Garcia Vaca. The art exhibition consists of architectural drawings, graphic design prints, graffiti paintings, sculptures and musical compositions by over 25 visual artists from around the world who visualize these imaginary libraries. The Infinite Libraries art exhibition is produced and curated by chamanvision, the visual/literary arts studio created by Gustavo Alberto Garcia Vaca and Alma Villegas.


ARTISTS IN EXHIBITION:
Hideki Nakajima (NAKAJIMA DESIGN), Jeff Mills, Brent Rollins, Keith Tamashiro, Branded, Jaime "VYAL" Reyes, Favianna Rodriguez, Bob Motown, Keita Sato, Jen E, Melly EYEKO Trochez, Hilda Garcia, Diana McClure/Cultureserve.net, view from above, Ritzy Periwinkle, Mona Lisa Whitaker, Akiko Bharoocha, Jodii Tseng, REZINE69, Man One, Alma Villegas, Michael Pinto, John Carr, Seth Alexander Ernsdorf, HUIT / RUST COI, Margaret Crawford, Shane Cooper, Eriberto Oriol, Overton Loyd, Tadaomi Shibuya, Natalie Brechtel, Buna, Angelica Gonzalez Oriol, Marc Weidenbaum, Stephen Hardy, and Gustavo Alberto Garcia Vaca

Crowd shots...
Paul, Man One and Rakaa...

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Artist shots...

Gustavo:
Exhibition curator and artist Gustavo Alberto Garcia Vaca

TwoRabbits:
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Gustavo, Hilda Solis, Man One, Keith Tamashiro, Michael Pinto, Ritzy Periwinkle, Jen E:
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Eriberto Oriol:
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Jodii Tseng:
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Estevan and Eriberto Oriol, MonaLisa, and Man One
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Artwork shots....

Hideki Nakajima:
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Vyal:
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Eriberto Oriol:
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Buna:
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Branded:
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Musician shots...
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More photos on Flickr.com/crewestman


Additional Event Schedule:
-INFINITE LIBRARIES DOWNTOWN ARTWALK EVENT
Thursday April 9, 2009
6pm to 10pm

-Saturday April 18: Live Music/Painting event from 6pm to 9pm

-Saturday April 25: Closing Night Reception with live painting and music from 6pm to 9pm

[All events will feature some of the most well-known and respected painters and Jazz, Funk, Techno, Electronic and Hip Hop musicians/DJs]

More info:
www.crewest.com
www.chamanvision.com

Sharpie Show Opening Night...

The opening night of The Sharpie Show was a tremendous success! Over 700 people stood in line (in the rain) to get in and witness the exhibit which featured close to 300 Sharpie creations. In the house were some local and international legends like:

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Zach de la Rocha (Rage Against the Machine)DSC_0245.jpg



Estevan Oriol (famed photographer/director/Joker Brand)DSC01648.JPG



Efren Ramirez (Napolean Dynomite fame)DSC_0612.jpg




Overton Loyd (Pfunk artist), Toni Basil (Oh Mickey!), Lonnie Marshall (musician/Weapon of Choice)basil.overton.lonnie



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and on and on...

So many people photographed the event but we chose the images of our good friend Eriberto Oriol to visually describe the night...enjoy...


Photos by:EribertoOriol.com






















The previous photos courtesy of EribertoOriol.com


Here are a few open gallery shots we took after the crowds dispersed late that night...

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Check out hundreds of more pics and more detailed shots of the actual pieces on our Flickr!

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