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MAN ONE X GOLDEN STATE CERVEZA
For Latino heritage month this year, I was contacted by Golden Road Brewery to tell my story to their demographics. As they launched a new Mexican lager style beer, Golden State Cerveza, they wanted to tie in an LA native artist to the brand marketing. They came to my studio and we had a great sit down interview. Check out the short video that was used across social media sites to promote the launch and my art practice, just click on the image below..
Salud!
MAN ONE'S TREASURES
"MAN ONE'S TREASURES"
Size: 10" x 10" x 2"
Medium: Multi-media
(On going series)
Every year I go through literally thousands of caps (plastic nozzles) that I use on my spray cans to create the specific lines I need for my artwork and murals. Although these caps don’t last very long and it’s impossible to re-use once they clog, I’ve decided to incorporate them some how into my work and up-cycle them rather than send them to our landfills.
So by purchasing one of these pieces you can help me in doing our little part in saving the earth and get a cool one of a kind (and affordable) piece of art for your collection!
These unique multi-media pieces are comprised of black ink sketches on acid free matte board sandwiched between a plastic glass frame and a healthy amount of used clogged caps set inside a nice looking shadow box.
*Exact designs may or may not be available as shown here but are similar to those shown. Frames are available in black or white but will be artist choice if not specified at time of purchase.
CURBSIDE @ CASTELLI ART SPACE
My first exhibition of the year!
“Curbside” features my work alongside three other well known LA artists and friends including AiseBorn, Random Act, and Andre Miripolsky.
Exhibition opens Jan.25th with artist reception from 5-9pm and runs through February 22nd, 2020
Castelli Art Space is located at
5428 West Washington Blvd,
Los Angeles CA, 90016
Opening night pics below…
METROPOLIS: A SNAPSHOT OF ART MAKING IN LA
“Metropolis: A Snapshot of Art Making in Los Angeles”
Opening night reception: Saturday November 16th, 2019 from 5-8pm
Bruce Lurie Gallery is located at 2736 La Cienega Blvd. Los Angeles, Ca 90048
ArtAboveReality is pleased to present “Metropolis: A Snapshot of Art Making in Los Angeles”, a group survey highlighting eighteen contemporary artists in the city of Los Angeles. What really defines a living and working artist in Los Angeles? What does an artist look like? How are artists able to manage expectations with new visibility? This exhibition takes an anthropological and sociological view on the creative practices of artists of color in the city. This re-engagement with artists and their workspaces allows the viewer a firsthand view of the creative process. This exhibition is dedicated to the loving memory of former California African American Museum Curator Vida L. Brown.
Artists In The Exhibition:
Chelle Barbour, Sharon Barnes, April Bey, Steven Cogle, Adrienne DeVine, Charles Dickson, June Edmonds, Al-Baseer Holly, Pamela Smith-Hudson, Overton Loyd, Man One, Michael Massenburg, Norman “NOMZEE” Maxwell, Sam Pace, Duane Paul, Wayne Perry, Miles Regis, and Jamaal “Hasef” Tolbert.
Curator:
Badir McCleary is an independent consultant. He holds an M.A. in Arts Business from Sotheby’s Institute of Art (Los Angeles/London) where he focused on emerging art markets. Having extensive contemporary art history knowledge and experience, Badir is able to tackle large projects with confidence, protecting and tracking deliverables and ensuring high level success for clients. Badir was the Co-Owner and Director of Gallery 38 (Los Angeles), a project that produced exhibitions for emerging artists of color in South Los Angeles and helped contribute to several public projects globally, helping artists transform communities through visual aesthetics.
COUPLES PORTRAIT
I just had the honor of being commissioned to create a portrait for my newest art collector couple, Henry and Janet. They asked me to fit both of their faces onto a single wood panel in my colorful and unique style. It was a little challenging because of the size, I usually prefer to work larger, but I was very happy with the final painting and so were they!
It’s always very satisfying to be given the freedom to create something so personal for some very good people. I think they will be enjoying this piece for many years to come!
You can see more of my portrait work or order your very own at: www.PortraitsByManOne.com
LA BULLA X TACOLANDIA
LA BULLA X TACOLANDIA
This Saturday June 22nd from 6pm-2am at Plaza de la Raza for the most talked about event in town!
Lucha Libre wrestling, live music, art exhibit featuring 100 established and emerging artists, car show, sponsor activations, tacos for purchase, beer and cocktails for sale, and more!!!
Lucha Libres Main Event Headliners: TINIEBLAS JR & ALUSHE
Main Stage Live Music Headliner: EL CONJUNTO NUEVA OLA
Support: SERGIO ARAU & LOS MEX and DJ ChrisRox
Backstage Live Music Headliner: DECALIFORNIA
Support: DJ OSKR
Hosted by Ozzy Ramirez
Art Show curated by Antonio Pelayo & Vyal Reyes
Here’s my painting for the exhibition:
”ENMASCARADO”
Acrylic, vinyl paint, aerosol, and glitter on wood.
2019
It will be for sale this weekend.
(Please inquire if interested)
