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Post by LeBasse Projects on May 5, 2010 14:48:33 GMT -8
 LeBasse Projects presents:
‘Familiar Strangers’
New work from Yoskay Yamamoto June 12th – July 3rd 2010
Artist reception: Saturday, June 12th, 7-10p
LeBasse Projects is proud to announce, Familiar Strangers, a solo exhibition from Japanese artist Yoskay Yamamoto. This will be the artist’s third solo exhibition with the gallery, and will mark his most diverse body of work to date. The show represents a breakthrough in work from Yamamoto containing both painting and sculptural work. The show will reflect a continuation of intimate statements of self-expression that began in his last series of exhibitions. Yamamoto’s previous exhibition focused on the artists’ external struggles and experiences while Familiar Strangers is inspired by a detachment from one’s inner self and the rediscovery of ones true nature. Yamamoto states: ‘I feel that I am always trying to fit in with others instead of finding or creating an environment that will naturally accept me as who I am. With the attempt and effort to fit in, I feel that we lose a sense of ourselves and become a familiar stranger within our own body’ Using some of his iconic characters, Yamamoto adds new depth including a thematic use of flowers in the work. Flowers have been chosen because according to Yamamoto. ‘…they carry the essence of growth, but also have such a fragile state.’ The cycle of growth, blossoming and decay echo the circular nature of his previous exhibitions. For preview info: contact@lebasseprojects.com |
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Post by sleepboy on May 7, 2010 9:56:15 GMT -8
Has it been over a year already since the last show. Time flies. Looking forward to seeing what Yoskay has been working on, especially sculptural wise...
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Post by sleepboy on May 11, 2010 11:38:36 GMT -8
Another one.  |
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Post by sleepboy on Jun 1, 2010 18:18:53 GMT -8
He usually has one koibito painting at least for each show. Can't wait to see the whole painting.  Also introducing some wooden sculptures...  Check out a studio visit we did with him recently for extra glimpses. |
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Post by LeBasse Projects on Jun 3, 2010 8:41:12 GMT -8
Great studio visit Tan.
I am picking up a series of cast sculptures this weekend...and a limited polished metal version... Trust me. You want one.
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Post by LeBasse Projects on Jun 8, 2010 10:21:44 GMT -8
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Post by LeBasse Projects on Jun 8, 2010 12:51:34 GMT -8
Boom goes the dynamite...  |
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Post by juggernut3 on Jun 8, 2010 15:15:24 GMT -8
 ... ummm astroboy metals... |
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Post by virtu on Jun 8, 2010 18:54:24 GMT -8
Looks like his best work yet.
Really polishing it up.
Can't wait to see the show.
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Post by devours on Jun 9, 2010 12:49:48 GMT -8
Beautiful show, preview is gorgeous.
Favorites are - Last Summer Night, Autumn & Rainy Day Dream Away.
Congrats to everyone who managed to score!
In love with his 'Seasons' pieces the most. Tight line work, colors are striking. Breathtaking. Would love a large prints of Last Summer Night & Autumn!
/swoon
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Post by sleepboy on Jun 9, 2010 22:12:26 GMT -8
I like this one.  |
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Post by LeBasse Projects on Jun 10, 2010 22:47:47 GMT -8
I like this one. i like these...   ...and we have two walls covered with them... |
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Post by LeBasse Projects on Jun 14, 2010 14:56:18 GMT -8
Awesome show this weekend...those that attended know what I am talking about. For those that didn't thankfully we have AM who shot some great pics of the 'wall'  |
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Post by virtu on Jun 14, 2010 17:23:22 GMT -8
Love the wall sculptures. A Paper Tiger just sent out the emailer offering them. Info from Paper Tiger Below Yoskay Yamamoto - Do You Remember Me? www.papertigerstore.comArtist: Yoskay Yamamoto Title: Do You Remember Me? Edition Size: 100 Size: 5"x5"x5" Limited edition cast resin sculpture Comes with a signed certificate by the artist. This high polished gloss black sculpture was originally sculpted by Yoskay Yamamoto and produced in conjunction with LeBasse projects. The work is Yamamoto's take on Japanese "Atom Boy" juxtapozed with the artists own visage. A large scale installation of the pieces was used in Yamamoto's recent solo show at LeBasse Projects. These casts are actually designed to mount directly to the wall and includes all necessary hardware as well as a protective storage pouch. NOTE: Sculptures will not ship until July 14th when Yamamoto's solo show closes in Los Angeles. www.papertigerstore.com |
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Post by lowpro on Jun 14, 2010 19:16:22 GMT -8
These casts are actually designed to mount directly to the wall and includes all necessary hardware as well as a protective storage pouch. That's interesting. When I saw that wall installation, I was wondering how that was pulled off. Do they all have holes in them, though? |
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Post by sleepboy on Jun 14, 2010 21:12:01 GMT -8
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Post by LeBasse Projects on Jun 15, 2010 10:12:05 GMT -8
These casts are actually designed to mount directly to the wall and includes all necessary hardware as well as a protective storage pouch. That's interesting. When I saw that wall installation, I was wondering how that was pulled off. Do they all have holes in them, though? The back of the pieces contain a small threaded hole that fit with the included hardware... Really everyone should get several and mount them in a mini-installation! |
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Post by virtu on Jun 15, 2010 10:57:27 GMT -8
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Post by commandax on Jun 15, 2010 11:06:41 GMT -8
They are a little large for drawer pulls, and they would show fingerprints like you can't imagine. Also, it seems a little disrespectful, somehow. |
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Post by virtu on Jun 15, 2010 12:33:55 GMT -8
They are a little large for drawer pulls, and they would show fingerprints like you can't imagine. Also, it seems a little disrespectful, somehow. It would be for the cabinets not drawers but iv already been told no. Your right about the fingerprints as well, id be polished them all the time. Now im thinking about one mounted inside a deep shadowbox frame lined with fabric? |
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Post by LeBasse Projects on Jun 15, 2010 21:15:36 GMT -8
They are about the size of a softball so a bit large for any type of handle...plus kind of a pricey handle as well.
I am really surprised most people only got one. A few were sharp enough to pick up 2 or 4 and plan as a mini-installation. I think they are nearly sold out... The metal ones went quick but only 10 of those.
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Post by LeBasse Projects on Jul 6, 2010 9:04:07 GMT -8
CLOSING Reception: Saturday, July 10th, 5-8pm
The gallery will host a closing reception this Saturday for artist Yoskay Yamamoto's solo exhibition.
In conjunction with the closing reception the gallery will release a series of limited edition giclee prints. Yamamoto's extremely popular 'Four Seasons' series of paintings will be released as prints at the closing.
Each 'Season' will be released in an edition of only 20. Sales will be first come first served on the night of the closing, with a few prints to be released Monday the 12th online at: Paper Tiger.
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... ummm astroboy metals...
