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A SPECIAL TREAT JUST FOR YOU FROM MARK BODE!

1:AM — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 23:36:24 +0000

“Wizards, Lizards, and Broads” Closing Reception this Friday from 6:30 – 9:30PM!

We invite you to join us for Mark Bode’s “Wizards, Lizards, and Broads” closing party! We have an extra special treat for you… Mark will be performing (drumroll, please)… BODE’S CARTOON CONCERT! It is a performance that his father, Vaughn Bode, started back in 1972 during the New York Comic Con and Mark continues the tradition to this day. Enter the world of Bode with us and get lost in the stories of the Wizard, the Lizard, and the Broads.

The closing reception is this Friday, July 30th from 6:30 – 9:30pm. Due to the erotic nature of the show, this may not be suitable for people under 18 years old.

See you Friday! Be here.

WHY DO YOU BUILD ME UP? BUTTERCUP, BABY. JUST TO LET ME DOWN.

1:AM — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 18:49:43 +0000

Mark Bode’s “Buttercup” is definitely not a let down. It will brighten up any room with the vibrant colors bursting off your wall. The original is currently on hold for one of our art buyers but we have a limited number of giclee prints that will be a great addition to anyone’s art collection. They are all signed and numbered by Mark and there are only 10 available! So, get on it people, don’t miss out!

Limited Edition Buttercup Giclee Print (only 10 available)

If you are interested in purchasing “Buttercup”, please email us at info@1AMSF.com and we will make it happen!

Mark Bode’s “Wizards, Lizards, and Broads” at 1:AM for only 1 more week! C’mon by and check out this amazing show!

COMMUNITY SERIES #11: F1RST GRADUATE IS OUR FUTURE

1:AM — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 20:45:07 +0000

“I wanna be a ‘street artist’ so frickin’ bad…buy all of the things I never had..” The glitz, the glamor, the fame: artists must have it all, but is that a true depiction of an artist’s day to day life? Last Friday, we hosted 10 students from F1rst Graduate (a non-profit in the Presidio) for their Career day. For those who don’t know, F1rst Graduate is an amazing organization that helps students become the first in their families to graduate from college. On their career day, the kids heard about the highs and lows of being an artist and a gallery owner, as seen through the eyes of resident artist and art director, Roman and gallery founder, Dan. After the discussion panel and a mural walk tour around SoMa, everyone got to practice their letterstyling. Future graff artists in the making? We think so!

Roman at the projector.

Practicing letterstyles!

Shoot for the stars, kids!

Thanks for being an awesome group and best of luck with your schooling, career, and whatever future endeavors you may pursue! And remember what Roman said, “never give up!”

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.

LAST CHANCE TO VIEW BRIAN GOGGIN’S “OPERATION RESTORE DEFENESTRATION”

1:AM — Sat, 24 Apr 2010 20:48:47 +0000

“Operation Restore Defenestration” is coming to a close here at 1:AM gallery. The last day to view Brian Goggin’s exhibition is on Tuesday, April 27th. If you don’t have time to swing by, you can purchase his limited edition silk screens on www.toyjunkiesf.com. And of course, you can make a tax-deductible donation at www.defenestration.org. The show features details from the Defenestration building, now in the gallery, as well as new drawings, screen prints and photographs created for the event.

"Over" by Brian Goggin in collaboration with Gian Luca Franzese

"About to Jump" by Brian Goggin in collaboration with Gian Luca Franzese

Final days of “Operation Restore Defenestration”, come on by!

RAINED ON OUR MEAR ONE PARADE

1:AM — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 17:34:46 +0000

Two weekends ago, we were really looking forward in starting a wall with the mighty MEAR ONE. But the heavens looked down upon us and decided to piss all over our big day. It was raining cats and dogs on Sunday and when Mear tried to spray the wall, it just kept running off. So, the wall has been postponed for a later date.

We did catch him at YBCA‘s Big Idea Night creating a live painting. He was able to paint this masterpiece in a couple of hours. The vibe that Mear was giving off was positive and the crowd was really feeling it. All we got to say is, DAMMMNNN, Mear One really knows how to throwdown.

Mear One painting his thoughts and ideas onto canvas

All Mear One needs, paint, water, sketch book, journal and beer.

Mear One with Dan, planning the mural...

Mear One is going to be back real soon, just as soon as the clouds part and the rain stops. We’ll keep you posted when he returns to do the mural… We saw the sketch and love it! This one, like all of his work, will be amazing. Stay tuned…

LILY BLACK’S FIRST EVER SOLO SHOW @ 1:AM

1:AM — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 01:39:09 +0000

Embark on a journey through an apocalyptic future where the earth has frozen over and the only traces of life are bots, droids and machines. Local writer and artist, Lily Black will be exhibiting new works at his first solo show ever at 1:AM gallery. The gallery will be filled with his signature kit-bashing custom designed toys as well as one thousand drawings of human faces, all evoking the feeling of sadness, desolation and death.

The opening show is on Friday, April 16th from 7-10pm and the show will run through Saturday, May 1st. At the opening, he will also be celebrating the launch of his website, LILYBLACKTOYS.com, which features his original sculptures using modified toys.

Lily Black is also 1:AM gallery’s Toy Modification teacher. Sign up for the class here!

Be here Friday, April 16th from 7-10pm for the opening reception and check out Lily’s latest creation!

COMMUNITY SERIES #9: ROMAN’S WORDS OF WISDOM TO THE YOUTH

1:AM — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 01:37:21 +0000

Preach it, brother, preach it!

New America Media featured our very own Roman, art director extraordinaire for 1:AM, in their latest video. Roman speaks about history of graffiti, personal experiences, and gives advice to the youth.

Thanks New America Media and Yo! Youth Outlook for your continued support!

Word, Roman.

OPERATION RESTORE DEFENESTRATION: PEOPLE WATCHING!

1:AM — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 17:13:19 +0000

As we mentioned in our previous post, Brian Goggin’s Operation Restore Defenestration opening was off the chain. At the end of the night, we even heard Roman, our Art Director, say that it was the best opening we have ever had. We don’t know if we will ever be able to top this one. Check out the fun and entertaining people that attended the event. Maybe if they continue to come to our future events, we will feel some of the magic that was in the air during Brian’s opening.

Optical illusion or twins?

$teve always having a good time.

Carrie Nardello (R) is one of the commanders for Operation Restore Defenestration

Operation Restore Defenestration supporters!

Lots more photos on our flickr. If you haven’t done your part to keep SF public art alive, visit www.defenestration.org to make a donation or come by the gallery and pick up limited edition silk screens by Brian Goggin! Or better yet, pick up one of the original furniture sculptures that were the original “defenestrators” …

OPERATION RESTORE DEFENESTRATION extended through April 27th!

OPERATION RESTORE DEFENESTRATION EXTENDED THRU APRIL 27TH!

1:AM — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:21:44 +0000

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT. We are extending Brian Goggin’s Operation Restore Defenestration through April 27th. Seriously, if you haven’t come by 1:AM to check it out yet, where have you been?

The 1:AM boys sporting the limited edition Operation Restore Defenestration shirt

Operation Restore Defenestration Mural (Wheat paste and spray paint)

Keep public art alive! Do your part.