Rollins 81
This Sunday, 2/13/11, the second Rollins print comes out on Henry’s 50th birthday. The print is based on a painting I did from a 1981 Black Flag photo by Glen E. Friedman, with whom I’ve collaborated on several great projects. The print is signed by Glen, Henry, and me. It is an edition of 450. I reiterate what I said about Henry last week: I hold Henry in high regard for his many talents as a singer, writer, radio DJ, TV host, political and social commentator, etc… but above all I love his energy and gusto. Henry has been doing it his way hardcore for 30+ years.
-Shepard
Here is what Glen has to say:
Henry Rollins is an inspiration of intensity. The final frontman of my favorite band of all time, he fit the bill like no one else. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, the man is as serious as a heart attack. Reason enough to ask Shepard if he wanted to do this collaboration to create one of his iconic graphics, from an iconic photograph of mine, of an icon of our time. To celebrate his 50th year on the planet, I can think of no better reason. Much respect to “H” for doing what he does to the fullest as always. Happy Birthday Brother.
-GEF
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billboards for everyone x Studio number one
Studio Number One has designed the artwork for the premiere installment of ADstruc’s outdoor “Billboards for Everyone” campaign which “aggregates and simplifies the outdoor media buying process so that anyone can use the system and afford space.” The project is be co-ordinated by BA Reps, Spread ArtCulture Magazine, and JWT in New York.
Each month throughout 2011, ADstruc will collaborate with artists to create one-off pieces of art on outdoor advertising space with an emphasis on relating to the environment and the use of experimental techniques.
The first artwork by Studio Number One designer Cleon Peterson is currently installed on the Santan Freeway Loop 202 in Arizona and pays playful tribute to the State’s “nativist” opposition to their hardworking brothers-from-across-the-border. If you’re in the land of meth and sunshine, be sure to do a drive-by before La Migra has something to say…
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The Invisible Class Auction
The Invisible Class is a story about America’s homeless population. As a sign of support for the film, which features Noam Chomsky, Howard Zinn, and more, Obey has donated 3 limited edition signed prints to the cause. Financial help is needed to keep the film going. They are auctioning these special charity prints off on the Ebay for the next 2 1/2 days. Please feel free to watch the trailer for the film and/or donate at https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1027369847/the-invisible-class-the-story-of-americas-homeless
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Rollins 50
-Shepard
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This Los Angeles x These Friends 2
Please join Shepard and over 90 other artists and friends for the Opening Reception of THESE FRIENDS 2 at THIS Los Angeles gallery.
These Friends 2
THIS Los Angeles
5906 North Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90042
thislosangeles.com
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Eulogies x Danger Bird x Studio Number One
In support of our friends at Dangerbird and Pablove, Studio Number One and Shepard were honored to work with Peter Walker to design the packaging for Eulogies’ Third Album Tear The Fences Down. If you purchase on http://www.eulogiesmusic.com, you may get a special limited edition poster designed by Studio Number One’s very own Casey Ryder!
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Coachella Conversations
Just did a cool interview about Coachella with my favorite DJ, Z-Trip. Check it out Here.
-Shepard
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Women’s Voices Now
I think it’s very important to recognize that we are all human beings and that there are valuable perspectives from every culture.
-Shepard
On February 4th, 2011 there will be a joint benefit for Women’s Voices Now (WVN) and the Levantine Cultural Center (LCC) and will support Women’s Voices Now’s fist major project Women’s Voices from the Muslim World: A Short-Film Festival. OBEY has donated a suite of sold out prints to the event. To learn more about the organization and watch the Festival’s 98 selected films, please visit WomensVoicesNow.org.
Bradford Stewart Studio
5872 Smiley Drive
Culver City (street parking)
8pm-Midnight
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