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MEAR ONE’S MOON MAIDEN

1:AM — Tue, 25 May 2010 19:30:07 +0000

A couple of weeks ago, we did a post on Mear One’s mural he did in San Francisco for Gitane Restaurant and 1:AM. Here is a video that Mear’s buddy, Roger Griffith, filmed, mixed and produced capturing what took place in a little tucked away alley in downtown San Francisco on an ordinary weekend back in April.

ALL IN THE FAMILY… FOREIGN FAMILY NOW AT 1:AM

1:AM — Thu, 20 May 2010 22:01:28 +0000

1:AM gallery is proud to announce that we are now carrying Foreign Family Clothing!

Foreign Family T-Shirt

Foreign Family, an L.A. based clothing line, was started by our close friends Mr. 44 and Chad Moon in 2005. They have quickly risen in the ranks of the boutique fashion industry and have earned a reputation of having unique, creative images and themes, mostly hand drawn by Mr. 44 himself. We at 1:AM decided to introduce Foreign Family to the Bay Area by carrying some of their classic, throwback designs that were recently exclusively reprinted. Check out more of their stuff on their website, or purchase it online on our e-commerce site toyjunkiesf.com or even better, in person at 1:AM!

Foreign Family T-Shirt... get yours today!

A WEEK IN SF STREET ART: BANKSY, TRUSTOCORP, MEAR ONE

1:AM — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 05:57:36 +0000

It is as if the street art gods parted the clouds, shined down upon San Francisco and with a booming voice said,”Go forth and create“.

Unless you have been sleeping or only use www.1AMSF.com as your source of information, we are sure you have heard about the emergence of (supposed) Banksy’s throughout the city. Great blogs like calibersf.com (follow Troy Holden‘s photos, he is always in the know) warholian.com, and laughingsquid.com have been really good at keeping us posted on the locations and discovery of these Banksy. On our day off on Monday (the gallery is closed Sundays and Mondays), we decided to cruise the city and see these for ourselves. Can we confirm that this are authentic Banksy? No but it was fun searching for them.

Banksy on 9th and Howard. As of April 27th, this has already been messed around with by "Otter"(?).

Also this past weekend, Oaktownart.com, a blog devoted to photographing public art, stumbled upon an actual TrustoCorp sign in Berkeley. TrustoCorp is known for putting up signs in public spaces depicting humor while also making a social commentary. These hand-painted signs can be found blending in with public signs on street poles and if you are paying attention, it will force you to do a double take. Also, if you want to own your very own TrustoCorp art piece to add to your collection, make sure that you are at 1:AM gallery on May 7th between 6-10pm for the opening of Graphic Attack!. It is never before seen, new original work (does that even make any sense?).

TrustoCorp spotted in Berkeley by Oaktownart.com

So, the stars finally aligned. The weather was really nice and sunny for two consecutive days that fell on a weekend, Mear One was attending another YBCA event in the Bay Area, and we were ready to have him get down. With his buddies in tow, Roger Griffiths and Ricky, he got in to SF on Friday night, grubbed and proving his true dedication to the project, started the wall at 1:30am, Saturday morning. He picked up again on Sunday morning at 7:30am after partying until the break of dawn (5:30) and gifted another amazing piece of work to the city of San Francisco by the afternoon. This guy is a beast!

Mear One's initial sketch

Gorgeous female

Mear One's gift to San Francisco.

It turned out so f’in beautiful. To watch this man at work is absolutely an experience. Mear One sure knows how to handle a spray can and how to get people lost in his world. When you see this piece of work, you too will be mesmerized.

It was a good week for street art in San Francisco.

GRAFFITI LETTER STYLES, 1:AM STYLE

1:AM — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 18:44:18 +0000

Back in December, we did a holiday party for a hi-tech marketing consulting firm called Stage Two Consulting. Since they were really into graffiti letter styles, team 1:AM, consisting of Roman and Robert, responded by whipping up (rather, laboring over… but they had fun doing it and that’s what matters right?) a couple of wooden canvases. They even borrowed San Francisco Art Institute’s wood shop room to make the canvases from scratch… measure, saw, sand, nail, repeat. Check out some of the art here:

"R" by Roman and Robert, team 1:AM

"E is for Easy" by Roman and Robert, team 1:AM

Even Mike “Bam” Tyau contributed his newest depiction of his signature geisha girl.

"Geisha Girl #4" by Bam and Runa

View more of this collection on our flickr.

Make sure you visit the gallery and educate yourself on some graffiti letter styles… and a graff geisha girl (droppin’ a bit o’ alliteration for ya, try saying that 5 times in a row). If you are interested in any of the pieces, email info@1AMSF.com.

THE URBAN ARTIST / HUSTLER’S HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

1:AM — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 21:44:37 +0000

We wanted to do a “12 days ’til Christmas” countdown… but we got really busy with the “Tabi Tabi Po” closing reception, eBay workshop, the Stage Two Consulting holiday party, and the opening of “Circle of Life”. What a week! Now, we are 6 days til Christmas and we know that a lot of you waited last minute to do your holiday shopping. So, we compiled a list of presents that you can purchase all at 1:AM. We present to you…with our stamp of approval…

THE URBAN ARTIST / HUSTLER’S HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

1. Montana Hardcore Guacamole Green: A great color to add freshness to any art piece – $6.00

2. Black books: Get graff writers and artists to add some funk in his/her life by always carrying a sketch book for them to hit up. This is a must have for all urban artists, aspiring and established, and graffiti appreciators – $13.00 & up

3. Gingko Press’ El Mac / Retna book: Simply put, this is SIIIICCCKKKK. Shows off their amazing collection of work – $19.95

4. 94 Turquesa: A poppin’ color and a favorite for everyone who comes by – $6.00

5. Sento book: Learn letter styles from the OG from New York – $25.00

6. Steel Tip Krink Markers: Ink that will go on any surface, won’t tear like the mop tops – $12.00

7. New Skool Onesies: Make sure the kids look as dope as their parents – $23.99

8. Blackbook Sessions: Need inspiration for pieces? This will open their mind to new techniques and styles – $22.95

9. KidRobot Fatcap: Channel that inner child in everyone and start a collection of designer vinyl toys.

10. CLASSES! CLASSES! CLASSES! CLASSES!: Give the gift that keeps on giving. Urban art classes a perfect way to tap into anyone’s creative side.

Stenciling with Roman: An easy to learn step by step process to creating and applying a stencil – $50.00

Art of Graffiti with Nate1: A great introduction to the Art of Graffiti from an old skool writer with a New Skool style – $40.00

Toy Modification with Lily Black: The many diverse techniques of toy fabrication/modification are made incredibly simple in this class – $70.00

Finish your holiday shopping with us! Gift certificates available, too!

BLACK FRIDAY SALE BONANZA!

1:AM — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 23:10:08 +0000

We wanted to get in on all the Black Friday fun and offer some great deals this Friday, November 27th. Sorry, street artists, no Hardcore or 94 spray paints or markers are discounted. But we do have a limited amount of (excluding spectro and poltergeist) Alien for a door busting deal of $3.50.

Looking for stocking stuffers? Presents? We will also be slashing prices on designer vinyl toys, clothing and DVDs. We’ll even have items marked down to less than $5!!! Not sure if it is worth it to come? Here is a sneak peek of the perfect gifts for everyone in the family…

Alien: $3.50

Cactus Pups: $4.00

Upper Playground Jeremy Fish Women’s Tee: $15

Upper Playground Sam Flores Men’s Tee: $15

SHOP WITH US AFTER THE MORNING MAYHEM! WE WILL BE OPEN AT OUR REGULAR TIME 12 NOON!!

“ETERNAL SLEEP” – 1:AM’s NEW WALL

1:AM — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 01:54:33 +0000

As many anticipate each month, for every new show, we have the exhibiting artists do up our wall on 6th Street. This time we went all out. In honor of the anniversary show we have put together, we have created a collaboration between the different artists that are participating in the show. Street, urban, fine, and even custom toy artists added their style to our wall.

Here are some pictures:

Photo courtesy of Mike “Bam” Tyau. From L-R: Reuben Rude, Lango, Henry, Twick, Lily Black, Bam, DIA, Cameron, and King 157.

Lango working on a milk crate.

Two of 1:AM gallery’s teachers, Twick and Lily Black adding their flare.

Reuben Rude burning the midnight oil wheat pasting.

Cameron, director of City Crossroads next door to us, keepin’ his neighborhood fresh.

Mike “Bam” Tyau showing Irene some techniques.

Special thanks to Reuben Rude, Lango, Henry, Twick, Lily Black, Bam, DIA, Cameron, and King 157! I will be sad to see this wall go.

For more photos, visit our flickr.

Eternal Sleep at 1:AM gallery through November 6th!

MURALISTIC – FEAR HEADS COMPLETED!

1:AM — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 22:06:13 +0000

As we mentioned last week, team 1:AM was in charge of creating Wonderland Show’s Fear Head on Golden Gate x Taylor. No one knew it was going to turn out as good as it did. The crew outdid themselves. Roman Cesario, Robert Gonzalez, and Mitsu Overstreet were the masterminds behind the operation and did an amazing job leading the team.

Since pictures speak louder than words, just look at the photos and you too will be in awe on what they accomplished on this 30′ x 45′ wall…in less than a week.

Fear Heads finished. Photo courtesy of Troy Holden – check out more of his photography on www.calibersf.com

The rendering.

Robert on the job… living off of paint and pizza all of last week.

Roman, the big dog of the whole operation, taking a moment to ponder.

This mural created with rollers, paint, and Montana.

We’ve got more pictures chronicling the “Fear Heads” endeavour on:

1:AM’s flickr

and

ABC Local News

Make sure you visit this production on Golden Gate x Taylor!

IN AWE – DAY 4

1:AM — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 21:25:08 +0000

Who would have thought that rainy season would come early? Weather has been on the fritz… rainy this morning and now blue skies and the sun is peeking out. But since the crew working on the wall knows what’s up, they planned ahead for the rain and are still ahead of Saturday’s deadline. Roman, Mitsu, Robert, and Mikey, you guys can do my walls any day. You are top notch pro-peshionals!

Here are pictures of Day 4 of the Wonderland’s “Fear Head” (or Day 5 since we lost a day to mother nature).

Mikey can controlling at dusk.

Booger

The wall missing just a couple of finishing touches and a coupla eyes.

For more information, go to www.wonderlandshow.org or Mitsu’s “Fear Head” blog.

Visit Wonderland’s “FEAR HEAD” on Golden Gate x Taylor!

RAIN, RAIN GO AWAY…

1:AM — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:32:35 +0000

…come again… next week after Wonderland‘s opening this Saturday on October 17th so, Roman and the crew can finish their mural on Golden Gate x Taylor.

WHAT A WEEKEND (plus a Monday)! If you passed by “Fear Head” yesterday, you may have noticed that there was no one working on the wall because of the wind and the rain. The building is so tall that it was deemed unsafe to use the forklift to finish the top part of the mural. When I pass by it, I am proud of Roman and his crew because it looks good. And if you stop and actually listen and watch them do this (there is probably 5 people working on this monstrous 30x45ft wall), their teamwork is like a well oiled machine. The vibrant color gives a complete facelift to the busy and dismal street. I can’t wait to see the finished wall.

Here are some pictures from the days:

DAY 1

The wall: Golden Gate x Taylor

Mitsu rollin' it out

Wait for it, wait for it... you will see it soon.

DAY 2

DAY 3

For more information, go to www.wonderlandshow.org or Mitsu’s “Fear Head” blog.