It's Not You, It's Me.

It's Not You, It's Me.

WHO: My buddy Jeramie Tolentino will be showcasing his artwork (we go back since 5th grade! Remember Outdoor's Ed?)
WHERE: 207 Powell St #400 San Francisco, CA 94102
WHEN: 03.25.2009 7pm-10pm



CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO AND TO VIEW JERAMIE'S ARTWORK

Swarsovki Bike

Swarovski Crystal and 24k Gold Plated Bike Is The World's Most Expensive

Need I say more???? Thanks to BetseyJ for the tip (who happens to be one of my new fav bloggers and twitter friend) I was resorted to google "24k Swarovski crystal bike" and sure 'nuf VOILA!

The limited to ten crystal and gold bike was created by a company named Aurumania, whose self-proclaimed purpose is to conceive of and design items with the extravagant use of gold, thereby turning familiar objects into collectible art. Their collection thus far consists of fifty 24 karat gold plated bikes, a gold plated bike rack and the special Swarovski crystal adorned 24 karat plated version. As one would expect for these prices, their products are hand delivered anywhere in the world.

Click image to see the rest! (Info/Photos via IfItsHipItsHere)

This is one good looking piece of art in my opinion. Brooks saddle, adorned with crystals, 24k plated - everything... yea... 1 of 50? How bout you send one over my way... or perhaps just the wall rack that comes with it. Thanks. I'll have 2 please.

Create a banner and have it shown HERE!

DYNAMIC BOOM BOX ART ART SHOW

The Boom Box was born out of Hip-Hop Culture's need for a reliable and portable loud speakers system. BeatBox will feature the artistic interpretation of the mobile sound system. Using the best of modern day technology and equipment, we will create one of a kind 'Boom Boxes' featuring varied styles including one special attraction with futuristic styling cues from Japanese Anime, a long time influence on Hip-Hop Art and Culture.
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Post your custom banner on the profile page of your favorite social network, on your blog, or website. If we track it down and like what we see, your image will be projected on the walls of the gallery for all guests to see!

If you have it posted, send us an email to check it out.

(click image for details!)


WHEN:
FEBRUARY 26TH, 2009
WHERE:
THE MIGHTY, SAN FRANCISCO
119 UTAH ST, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94103
www.mighty119.com
(invite only)

XLR8R

PEABE's book!

I got this in the mail last week from my boy Bryan aka PEABE. You may remember him from the even we threw in SF and one of his canvas' was featured in the gallery...

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO ON HOW TO GET A COPY!




Congrats Bryan =)

Dinner with the iDR ladies

We all decided to have a southern/cajun style dinner at ACME's and BOY OH BOY was it deeeeeeee-lish!

I was very motivated and inspired to be around these two very strong and intelligent women, and our goals for iDR will truly be a testament of what each of us brings to the site!





We would all like to thank our readers for continuously supporting us in our attempt to share with you our opinions, our ideas, and our passions.

iDR will only get better, so keep an eye out for upcoming interviews, product reviews, and more!!!

Get on The List

Dean's List. A-List. Guest List. Nice List. Hermes Birkin Bag Waiting List. And yet another coveted list to get on.

The List @ Revolve Clothing


So far there are just these 2 items available on The List...


Alex & Chloe
Forever Wedding Rings
W: $1892 M: $1804

These are too cute. Just might be enough to take the spotlight away from the engagement ring, and actually focus on the more meaningful symbol of marriage and the union of two people in love.



Goyard Trunk by Assouline
A mere $20,000

At this very moment there is one of these trunks left, but not sure if they are just saying that to make it seem like it is in demand, just like they make people wait in line for a club when there is barely anyone inside...

Just too unbelievable to spend this kind of money right now.

Dietch Gallery, New York

May 04 — December 21, 2008
Houston Street and Bowery

The Keith Haring Foundation, Goldman Properties and Deitch Projects announce the recreation of Keith Haring’s celebrated Houston Street and Bowery mural.

November 01 — December 20, 2008
18 Wooster Street, New York

Down, an exhibition of new paintings by Kehinde Wiley, opens at Deitch Projects on November 1, 2008. This exhibition consists of four new large-scale paintings inspired by images of fallen warriors, saints, and classical mythology.

November 08, 2008 — February 15, 2009
4-40 44th Drive, Long Island City

EXTENDED TO FEBRUARY 15, 2009

The Ten Commandments, one of Keith Haring’s most powerful series of paintings, will be presented at Deitch Studios, Long Island City, from November 8, 2008 – February 15, 2009. The works portray the Ten Commandments from Haring’s point of view, combining a traditional Biblical interpretation with the artist’s liberating spirit and apocalyptic vision.



December 10 — December 23, 2008
76 Grand Street, New York

Evan Gruzis is presenting his first New York solo exhibition of ink paintings at Deitch Projects 76 Grand Street gallery this December. Entitled Dark Systems, the exhibition explores the constructedness of the ‘real’ through a dramatic interpretation of actual and represented light. There will be a reception for the artist on December 12th from 6 - 9 PM.

Ho, Ho, Ho'z and Mistletoe @ Project, SF

Hope you're around next weekend...Ho Ho Ho'z and Mistletoez party should be a good one with legendary bay area DJs Scotty Fox, and Shortkut. As well as some local art showing from Mark from Fatlace, Bryan from Peabe, Mke from Versa, Erik from Vesl, Jboo from Wnkk and myself from iDR.

Another night of good times w/ good friends, hope to see you there!

Ho, Ho, Ho'z and Mistletoe @ Project One, SF
December 20th, 2008
10p-2a | 21+

Hope to see you there!

The Playground

yay Suzette! =)
be there @ the puffin room gallery NYC

Space 15 Twenty: Shop.Art.Music.

Are you tired of malls, outlet malls, mini malls, outdoor malls....just need a new way to shop that will inspire you rather than drain your soul or your wallet? Yes? Then check out this new concept from Urban Outfitters...

"A new retail experiment in Hollywood, CA, Space 15 Twenty creates an opportunity for Urban Outfitters to collaborate with creative brands we find inspiring and interesting.

A courtyard leads from each store to an outdoor performance space and adjoining gallery. Both of which encourage designers and artists to become part of a curated environment. Working with neighboring music, film and art establishments, both courtyard and adjoining gallery will present a rotating cast of local musicians and artists.

The Urban Outfitters store will feature one-off installations by a new designer every few months. Alongside the 11,000 square foot Urban Outfitters store, Space 15 Twenty will host a selection of vendors. The revolving brands utilizing these spaces will reflect and compliment Urban Outfitters and present our customers with an overarching view of people and brands which are excited to be aligned with."

Peep the site to see current events and what designers/artists they are linked with at the moment. I'm definitely checking this out when I'm back in LA in December.
-http://www.space1520.com/

Nov 21 2008 7:00PM-10:00PM
Opening Reception: Samantha Pleet celebrates the opening of her Pop-Up Shop with a tea party + a live performance by Ariel Pink's Haunted Graffiti

Nov 23 2008 6:00PM-9:00PM
Opening Reception: Hope Gallery presents "Sumi Ink Club, Brian Roettinger, Hamburger Eyes" Performances by Lucky Dragons, Black Black and ASDSSKA

Yves Saint Laurent

Betty Catroux in YSL

I urge you to make your way to the City to be inspired and to celebrate this man's life, work, and legacy. San Francisco is the only US location to house this exhibit& I'm not sure when I'll be back in the Bay so please, do share with those of us not in the area.

Here I'll plan the day for you: Start off with the museum exhibit, then go to Golden Gate Park and have a picnic, take a walk, or have some tea while you reflect on the genius you just witnessed. Then go to dinner in North Beach and momentarily pretend you have left the country.

Exhibit Description (de Young Website):

In the 1960s Yves Saint Laurent made an indelible mark on fashion with clothing emblematic of the new modernity. Yves Saint Laurent, organized by FAMSF and The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts in collaboration with the Fondation Pierre Bergé-Yves Saint Laurent, explores the designs that made Saint Laurent famous, and his inspirations drawn from art, theatre, history, literature, and nature. This exhibition contains nearly 130 accessorized garments and sketches illustrating the lines, colors, and fundamentals of Saint Laurent’s work. This is the only U.S. venue. A catalogue accompanies this exhibition.

de Young Museum
Golden Gate Park
50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive
San Francisco, CA 94118

Click here for tickets
YSL
November 1, 2008 - April 5, 2009

DVF

“I just thought, ‘What a wonderful message.’ There is a Wonder Woman in each of us, and once you understand that, you get what you want. And once you do that, you can give back.”
-DVF



Diane von Furstenberg can now add Comic Book Writer to her resume, in which her DC Comic is making its debut at the same time as the launch of her Holiday Collection, which was inspired by Wonder Woman.


The comic book will sell for $25 along with other items at DVF boutiques and online at dvf.com and will benefit Vital Voices, an organization that works to empower women.


Click WWD for the full story.

Via Milano

See lighting, furniture, objects and accessories from Dutch designers together in Milan.

Via Foundation milano New Dutch Design, a powerful platform for Dutch design to the attention of a large audience. But also active intermediary to Dutch designers to combine business and press. In 2001, initiated by the Professional Dutch Designers (BNO).

check the site: http://www.via-milano.nl/

Sausalito Art Festival

Sausalito Art Festival
A couple weeks back i got a chance to go to the Sausalito Art Festival. I know what you're thinking.....Sausalito? Believe me I thought the same, however, this art festival has an amazing list of talent from around the globe. There are tents set up around the green grass and plenty of beer, wine, cocktails, seafood, salad, burgers, fries to go around. If you ever get a chance check it out.

I did get a chance to find some interesting art and artists, here are two:

Alajandro Martinez-Pena
If you cant tell by now I love abstract, and modern art. Alejandro has ABSOLUTELY HANDS DOWN BEAUTIFUL WORK. I say this with extreme enthusiasm! The moment I walked up to the tent I was mesmerized by the beautiful colors, and craftmanship. There was not one piece of art I did not like, all of which I would hang in my loft. Alajandro was also talkative and friendly, more approachable than the other artists

not too much info on him other than this from his website:
Name: Alejandro Martínez-Peña
Place of birth: Monterrey, N. L., México December 16-1957
and his contact info

http://www.martinez-pena.com/

The Promo for the festival: 

Mark Stephenson
This guys pieces are HUGE. They are absolutely beautiful. I believe his pieces are photographs processed onto large canvases. What I enjoy the most of his pieces versus other pieces is the simplicity. Simple branches of nature on a black background, this is something I would hang in my house above the long dark wood dining wood table. Its modern, clean, and I heart it so.



more info on Mark:
Mark earned a BA in English with an emphasis on poetry and modern American literature at Colorado College, a terrific small liberal arts college nestled at the foot of Pikes Peak in the Rocky Mountains. Mark is now focus ing on creating photographic artwork I show and sell on the fine art festival circuit, in select galleries nation wide and by teaching photography and digital printmaking workshops at the Palm Springs Art Museum.

http://markstephensonart.info/

Viva La Vida, Coldplay Cover art

Gotta love the Brits, Coldplay and their new album, Viva La Vida.
The cover art work uses the painting La Liberté guidant le peuple by Eugene Delacroix of 1830. A goddess like woman personifies as Liberty, leads the people over the fallen bodies of the French Revolution. Here in the states the Statue of Liberty parallels as the American version, which by the way was given by the French. The Caravaggio influence use of light is an optimistic approach against the dark sentiment of war. It is currently held at the Louvre in Paris for viewers to enjoy.

Coldplays album art cover

La Liberté guidant le peuple (Liberty Leading the People), Eugène Delacroix, 1830.
both artwork can be found via. wikipedia


The title of the album "Viva La Vida" means long live life. Chris Martin discovered the term fitting after seeing it on a Frida Kahlo painting. “She went through a lot of shit, of course, and then she started a big painting in her house that said ‘Viva la Vida,’” says Martin. “I just loved the boldness of it.”-Chris Martin in Rolling Stone Mag.


You can download a Violet Hill for -FREE- on coldplay.com

iDR's Black Book SP08

Esquire. Franks Chop Shop. Brooklyn Industries

Cant forget the fellas, they need love too! One of my boys from NY (JD of Gilas) made it on Esquire online poll for "best dressed". Are we in high school? No no..its real. On Esquire you can vote for the Best Dressed Real Man 2008. You can best describe his style as "Grown-Up, without taking myself seriously. Gotta love color".  Here are some NY stores to hit up, Franks Chop Shop and Brooklyn Industries. The Chop Shop double as an art gallery exhibition featuring this guy, Steve Ellis  and Shut Skateboards. 

Sign up here or vote for Mr. Gilas himself. 

The most beautiful thing I saw this morning, DVF SS08

makes me want to get back in to the studio and paint all day.

enjoy.

Fashion is Art is Fashion is Art is Fashion is Art...

I majored in Art History at UC Berkeley and am pleasantly surprised to find that I actually did retain some knowledge from those 4 years of endless memorizing and analyzing... I urge you to discover a new artistic movement, which obviously inspired the runways of Spring 2008. Here are some of my favorite artistic standout moments:

Surrealism

Marc Jacobs

Marc Jacobs

Sculpture/Architecture

Prada

Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquiere

Craftmanship

Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquiere

Impressionism

Marc Jacobs & Richard Prince for LV.

Modern.Art.

Oliviero Toscani
for Mavi Jeans

As soon as I saw the new Mavi Jeans Ads I immediately thought of this...

Girl with a Pearl Earring
Johannes Vermeer

But go to this site and look at Picture #6, this is the one that really reminds me of this painting...but wasn't able to link the picture.

http://www.mavi.com/ss07/advertising.asp