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Post by redstarpress on Nov 9, 2008 10:29:14 GMT -8
We're pleased to announce that Red Star Press will open it's first group show entitled "This is China" at BLVD Art Gallery on December 12, 2008. This exhibit will showcase new pieces by Red Star Press artists focusing on various views of China's economy, environment, culture and government.
The show will also feature special collaboration pieces between Chinese and non-Chinese urban and graffiti artists. Check the news section of our site for updates.
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Post by redstarpress on Nov 13, 2008 20:14:16 GMT -8
PRESS RELEASE: Red Star Press Red Star Press presents This is China at BLVD Gallery, Seattle, Washington December 12, 2008 – December 20, 2008 Red Star Press proudly presents This is China, a group exhibition featuring China’s most exciting and cutting edge urban and graffiti artists. This is China is an exploration of key issues affecting China’s economy, environment, and culture through the eyes of the people. The exhibit will showcase new artwork by 0528, Steel Dan, Soos, Cui Nan, Ha Shiyou, Zhang Qitian, Popil, Shen Jingdong, and Yang Jun. Graffiti is considered a serious crime in China, and violators incur harsh penalties from the government. Ironically, the Chinese government recently commissioned a number of public graffiti pieces during the 2008 Olympics to portray positive messages about China and the Olympic games. Local graffiti artists were outraged that their art form was used as a government propaganda tool and wanted to do something about it. This is China is a showcase of graffiti and urban art by Chinese artists without the influence of the Chinese government. The show will also feature special collaboration pieces between Chinese and non-Chinese urban and graffiti artists. Confirmed artists include Presto (Brazil), Pure Evil (UK), Josh Keyes (USA), Bast (USA), and SPQR (UK.) UK Based graffiti artist Pure Evil is no stranger to the Chinese graffiti art scene as he held a solo show in Beijing in 2007. Pure Evil recently stated, "I visited Beijing in November and I was blown away…it completely surpassed all expectations I had. China is at a tipping point now, and it’s a fascinating place to be…the art reflects this paradigm shift." Pure Evil will be collaborating with Chinese artist, Zhang Qitian, to produce a piece that addresses China’s economy. The exhibit will run from December 12, 2008 through December 20, 2009 from 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. daily. About Red Star Press: Founded in 2007, Red Star Press is a Chinese Contemporary art collective that promotes and sells Chinese urban and graffiti art. The main goal of Red Star Press is to bring Chinese urban art and Chinese graffiti art to the masses. Red Star Press’ offices are located in Beijing, China and Seattle, Washington. Visitor Information: BLVD Gallery 2316 Second Avenue Seattle, WA 98121 Opening Reception: December 12, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. Dates: December 12, 2008 – December 20, 2008 from 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Admission: Free General Information: www.redstarpress.comFor further information, please contact Red Star Press at info@redstarpress.com |
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Post by roqlarue on Nov 14, 2008 10:25:26 GMT -8
Art and Xiao will be putting on an amazing show- can't wait!! This show opens the same night and right next door to the Chris Berens show at Roq La Rue so you're insane to miss it if you are in the area!
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Post by sleepboy on Nov 14, 2008 10:36:56 GMT -8
Sounds like an interesting show with the collabs and all.
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Post by sleepboy on Nov 16, 2008 17:13:49 GMT -8
 Collaboration between Josh Keyes and Cui Nan for the show. |
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Post by lowpro on Nov 16, 2008 17:28:20 GMT -8
hmm..Pretty cool. I wasn't sure what to expect. But for whatever reason, I wasn't assuming I'd like the finished product all that much. I tend to think that collaboration paintings rarely fuse the two artists styles into a collectively strong manner, and usually just results in two artists painting on the same canvas without much synergy or cohesion. But this I actually quite like, and think it works relatively well. Don't think I like it enough to purchase it, depending on the price, as I know nothing about Cui Nan. But not bad. Love the abstract interpretation of the clouds and the Keyes-ian representation of the hydrological cycle.
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Post by sleepboy on Nov 18, 2008 14:34:05 GMT -8
Some close ups.   |
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Post by amin on Nov 28, 2008 11:59:40 GMT -8
 "Sushi Gum" Bast 33" x 44" Acrylic, Spraypaint, and bits of Chinese art prints on wood A clever comment on the Sino Japanese wars, or general stereotyping of Asian people? You decide... Click here for details |
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Post by redstarpress on Dec 8, 2008 20:05:29 GMT -8
Hi all, We loved the image so much that SPQR created a special edition of 5 canvases for the upcoming show. Each one is unique and hand stenciled. We will sell 3 on our website over the next couple of days.  We will list them here at random times. P.S. the Preview will be coming out in 2 parts. Part 1 will be going out tomorrow night. The reason for breaking up the preview is that some of the pieces for the show are being held by Chinese customs. Ah, Communism... |
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Post by redstarpress on Dec 10, 2008 7:45:33 GMT -8
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Post by sleepboy on Dec 10, 2008 21:49:58 GMT -8
Thanks for the link Art. I thought the BAST was pretty cool. Here's a larger image.  |
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Post by lowpro on Dec 10, 2008 23:55:50 GMT -8
I'd highly recommend calling that 702 phone number if you've got some time. WOWZERS!! Well worth the $1.99 per minute. Good fun!!
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Post by redstarpress on Dec 11, 2008 21:15:00 GMT -8
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