Monthly Archives: September 2009

EIGB Artist – CHEZ

By adding oil paintings (on wood, not canvas) to “Don’t Sweat the Technique: Ode to the Spraycan”, Chez has elevated the respect for  graffiti writers.  Oil paintings are difficult to master but he definitely proved to be boss in this medium.  His portraits are detailed and realistic, a must-see for graffiti admirers and art lovers [...]

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SHOPWARS – Kidrobot

VOTING RECEPTION FRIDAY, SEPT 25th from 7:30 – 10:00PM WHERE YOU CAN PURCHASE A TOY FOR A GOOD CAUSE!  A PERCENTAGE OF THE TOY SALES WILL BENEFIT PROJECT OPEN HAND. COMPETITOR SPOTLIGHT NAME: Kidrobot PHOTO OF ENTRY: Aliens all over again…

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EIGB Artist: VYAL ONE

There is a story behind Vyal One’s shovel.  When Mike Bam brought in Vyal’s art piece, I was amazed by his illustration but surprised that he chose a shovel as his canvas.  Definitely different from the others that were on canvas or wood… saw how the illustration fit “Don’t Sweat the Technique: Ode to the [...]

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SHOPWARS – Neon Monster

VOTING RECEPTION FRIDAY, SEPT 25th from 7:30 – 10:00PM WHERE YOU CAN PURCHASE A TOY FOR A GOOD CAUSE!  A PERCENTAGE OF THE TOY SALES WILL BENEFIT PROJECT OPEN HAND. COMPETITOR SPOTLIGHT NAME: NEON MONSTER PHOTO OF ENTRY: His eyes seem to follow you regardless where you are in the gallery…

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EIGB ART ONLINE!

If you can’t make it to our gallery or need a little motivation to check out Estria’s “Don’t Sweat the Technique: Ode to the Spraycan”, no worries, we gotchu.   Again, we are bringing the art to you, check out the art here on our flickr account.  If you are interested in purchasing a piece or [...]

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EIGB Artist: Refa One

Yesterday, Laurie and Elias (her son) came by the gallery to see “Don’t Sweat the Technique: Ode to the Spraycan” exhibit.  They hopped in their car and drove into San Francisco from Berkeley after they read about our event on East Bay Express.  Elias (I believe he is at the tender age of 10?) is [...]

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BUSY MONTH @ 1:AM!

Okay guys, I was looking at our scheduling for this month and man, we’ve got a lot of events going on.  I need to list them out so I can wrap my head around it! (All are located at 1:AM gallery unless otherwise noted) Saturday, 9/19/09 from 4 – 6pm: Lily’s FREE Toy Modification Demonstration [...]

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EIGB x MTN – 09/11/09

The EIGB x MTN “Don’t Sweat the Technique: Ode to the Spraycan” was a huge success. We had such a great mix of people come through for the opening.  All walks of life coming to appreciate the art of the spray can.  The best part of the night was when a couple approached me and [...]

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Opening show tomorrow!

Are you ready to see aerosol art at its finest? Tomorrow is the opening reception for Estria Invitational Graffiti Battle and Montana Colors “Don’t Sweat the Technique: Ode to the Spraycan” hosted at 1:AM SF gallery. Estria has been doing a really good job of keeping us in the know about the different artists he [...]

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ICP & MSK doin’ it on 6th and Howard

While a lot of us were dancing and swaying to the beats of the incredible DJs at Doin’ it in the Park, ICP and MSK members were doin’ it big on 6th and Howard.  After a lllloooooonnnnnngggggg time and having us sitting on the edge of our seats anxiously waiting for their next creation (it’s [...]

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