Blog entries from Luna George

BUDDY CUSTOM SHOW

lunacrewest@gmail.com — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 23:39:00 +0100

Don't miss out on the Buddy Custom Show. It is only going on for one night only. There is a huge demand for these buddies so if you are interested check out the list of artists who are submitting buddies for the occasion:

Angry Woebots, Asylm, Auks, Brent Nolasco, Dave Flores, Dez Einswell, Dril One, Enamel Kingdom, Erick Scarecrow, Gustavo Alberto Garcia Vaca, Jasper Santos, Jesse Hernandez, Jester, John Stokes, Ron Upperman of Leroy Jenkins, Kano, Keith PoonRead More...

Doze Green

lunacrewest@gmail.com — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:43:09 +0100

Attention all Doze Green fans, artwork by Doze Green is currently on display and for sale at Crewest Gallery in Downtown Los Angeles. Here's a Sneak Peek:

Artwork will be on display through March 28th, 2010 at Crewest Gallery, www.crewest.com, 110 Winston St., Los Angeles, CARead More...

ASYLM & RUETS - SOURCES OF INSPIRATION AND DAMNATION

lunacrewest@gmail.com — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 17:17:09 +0100

Asylm Asylm and Ruets get down to bring you "Sources of Inspiration and Damnation" opening February 27th and runs till April 11, 2010. Both artists have distinctly different styles.

Asylm's work depicts a harmonius coexistence of nature and urban landscape. He combines his humming bird icons, beautiful muses, Mesoamerican iconography, along with wild style depictiRead More...

The Ulysses Guide to the Los Angeles River

lunacrewest@gmail.com — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 23:54:39 +0100

The Ulysses Guide to the Los Angeles River is on view through May 30th, 2010 at the Pasadena Museum of California Art. This exhibition is HIGHLY recommended.

This exhibition is inspired by the book, The Ulysses Guide to the Los Angeles River, by Christopher D. Brand, Evan D. Skrederstu, Steve Martinez and Matthew Brand who also are the curators.

Exhibition is fullRead More...

LIFE INSIDE X PRISON ART

lunacrewest@gmail.com — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 22:55:11 +0100

One can immerse themselves into the fantasy world of an inmates mind at Crewest Gallery for their current exhibition “Prison INC.” Seen by many and respected by families and friends, Prison INC. has given recognition to the talent of artists serving time. Although it can be agreed that one must serve time for crimes committed, we can not overlook the talent and art that comes from our Prison System.

“There’s no school for graffiti. You learn by doing it on the streets. Usually illegally at first, like me.”

Graffiti artist, gallery owner, father, husband and entrepreneur Man One arrives at Seaside’s Alternative Cafe for the first time this weekend in an art show called Coin Operated. His colorful, controlled “burners” (elaborate graffiti paintingRead More...

Coin Operated - Solo Exhibit Featuring Man One

lunacrewest@gmail.com — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 23:06:03 +0100

The Gallery at The Alternative Café is proud to present its first solo exhibition “coin Operated” featuring the work of urban muralist and graffiti artist Man One. Man One’s artwork has bRead More...

Prison INC. Opens February 6th, 2010

lunacrewest@gmail.com — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 23:45:22 +0100

Crewest is pleased to announce “Prison INC.” a group show exhibition curated by Gregg Stone featuring a large collection of highly skilled drawings created by incarcerated artists living behind bars whose life could have been different if born under different circumstances. Living behind bars has allowed these artists to discover their true talent and blessed them with theRead More...

Unification Theory Rocks it Hard

lunacrewest@gmail.com — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:09:30 +0100

If you have not had a chance to witness a Live Performance by “Unification Theory” you must do so. Unification Theory is a band composed of visual artists, DJs and musicians. Their performance is off the hook. Core members of Unification Theory include Overton Loyd (P-Funk painting), Man One (graffiti painting) and Gustavo Alberto Garcia Vaca: (abstract digital artwork/painting). Each performance usually includeRead More...

The Gift of Giving Art and Love to Patients at Children's Hospital

lunacrewest@gmail.com — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 18:14:32 +0100

On February 6th, 2010 Crewest Gallery will be delivering over 1,000 Valentines Day cards created and donated by 150+ artists from all over the world to the patients at The Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles, The Children’s Hospital in Orange County and the Youth at LA Youth Network and possibly even more.

Lawrence Cyril White, an emerging artist from Port Angeles, Washington, with questions and an honest outlook on life. An artist in which I believe in. His questioning mind and honesty are reflected in his arRead More...

Beto Cuevas of La Ley to Paint Live with Unification Theory

lunacrewest@gmail.com — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 21:26:16 +0100

Get your cameras ready! Crewest Gallery is pleased to present a very special live “The Book of Eli” art event during the Downtown Artwalk this Thursday, January 14th,Read More...

Call to Artists - Please Open!

lunacrewest@gmail.com — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 21:24:04 +0100

This is a good one and really need all the help we can get from artists:

Crewest Gallery is bringing love to the Children’s Hospital in Los Angeles for a Valentines day card exchange for the patients so that we can make their day that much brighter with a V-Card designed by artists.

We are looking for artists who would like to design/create and sign a card or cards for patients.

Children’s Hospital has a total of 320 inpatient beds. We at least Read More...

Delicious Design League

lunacrewest@gmail.com — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 19:36:00 +0100

Delicious Design League is a two-man duo out of the Chicago tht specialize in graphic design and illustration for the music industry(but not limited to). Mostly recognized for their limited edition hand screen-printed music posters, they also create a plethora of anything fun that can and would be desgined, like t-shirts, logos, packaging, etc.

So, how did Delicious Designe League get started?

Fun Fact #24:

Delicious got its start in 2001 when founding member BRead More...

Dash, Shark Toof and Bungaloos Online

lunacrewest@gmail.com — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 18:26:06 +0100

Just wanted to introduce you to the following prints by Shark Toof , Dash and The Bungaloos (Printed II Artists). These prints are available in-store at Crewest Gallery or will be available for purchase online TODAY.

To purchase a print visit the Crewest online shop at: http://www.crewest.com/shop/prints_posters/printed_II.html . Feel free to browse around at our other available items as well.

lunacrewest@gmail.com — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 21:30:19 +0100

Right when I was asking myself “where are the no rules, no boundaries, no limits kind of artists”, I came across Michael “Murder” Suarez. A dope artist with a strong background in graffiti art and tattoo art. His strong background in both has helped to make his artwork as a fine artist stand out from the rest. To find out more about how this rebellious and talented artist thinks, check out my recent interview session Read More...

Max Neutra Stopping People in Their Tracks

lunacrewest@gmail.com — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 21:10:47 +0100

Artwork with bold statements stand out to many, including me. I recently came across "Will Fuck For Love", a new print by Max Neutra, and must show my appreciation to Max for his ability to just be real thru his art.

Max Neutra is "known for his delightfully twisted aesthetic" and "creates images that are bold, honest, and at times shocking." Many have calles Max's wRead More...

Australia accused of censorship over NKorean art

lunacrewest@gmail.com — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 20:16:55 +0100

The censorship of artwork by any government really ticks me off. When it comes to expressing oneself thru their artwork, I think any artist should be given that right.

Austrailia was recently "accused of censorship Tuesday for denying visas to North Korean artists whose works are on display in a regional exhibitiRead More...

Interview with Old Chola

lunacrewest@gmail.com — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:47:23 +0100

Old Chola is an artist whose “Barrio Pop Art” images have been seen all over the urban landscapes of many cities. When trying to describe their artwork, Old Chola says “the work and images really come from a romanticized vision of Los Angeles. An attempt to capture the beauty, history and attituRead More...