We met Lawrence a year and half ago. He came out with us one night because we shared a mutual friend. The evening was hazy… we hit up Gallery 1988, Poleng Lounge (or at least somewhere near there or was it Madrone?) and a couple of other places. He gave us a mini book that showcased his art. He told us about how his coffee mug made a stain on one of his papers and he started drawing around it and making the stain a focal point in his painting. Since that night, Lawrence, originally from Chicago, is a regular on the local San Francisco art scene. His work has been showcased in Gallery 1988, Lower Haters, Given, and of course, 1:AM gallery.
For our anniversary show, Lawrence transformed his signature character’s face to be a skull-like. He created a story about domination in his 3 paintings. Here is a look at his work:
"Pet Monster" - being enticed to join the darker forces
"Drone" - Sucked in and searching for others to be absorbed
"Judgement" - Almost everyone has joined but there is one that questions the whole operation
Lawrence at the opening.
If you are interested in any of these piece, please email info@1AMSF.com. Visit his blog at www.suckatlife.com.
LAST WEEK to see Eternal Sleep at 1:AM gallery. Ends this Friday, November 6th!
