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DON’T MISS THE CHANCE TO SEE LILY BLACK’S CUSTOM TOY VINYLS

1:AM — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 14:58:03 +0000

It has been a short solo show for Lily Black at 1:AM gallery but he has definitely impressed many people with his latest original creations. If you haven’t passed by 1:AM gallery to check out his custom toy vinyls, you only have 2 days left to view them in person! Or if your schedule won’t permit a quick drive by to the gallery, we have made it easy for you, you can purchase Lily’s pieces on our online store, www.toyjunkiesf.com.

: Custom base: IWG Astro Krieg by Rocketworld

: “Steam Head” by Lily Black

: “Robot #8″ by Lily Black

Only 2 days left!!! Show closes on Saturday, May 1st @ 6:30pm sharp. Don’t miss this opportunity to be amazed by Lily Black!

WITH LOTSA LOVE, LILY BLACK

1:AM — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 21:37:34 +0000

Last Friday, April 16th, Lily Black kicked off his FIRST EVER solo show at 1:AM gallery. His new pieces of work, his customized toy vinyls and his sketches, were all well received. People often said with amazement,”He did that from THAT?” Lily is one of a kind. We do not think there is anyone out there in the toy modification world that is like him. He is like the master stylist of toys, he executes extreme makeovers with perfection. Not sure if those are accurate statements? Well, read Jeremy’s point of view on Neon Monster’s blog. He has a better way with words and he’ll back us up.

Lily Black with his toys.

Contemplating Ed Hsu's interpretation of Lily's "Girl Hammer"

Dennis, Missy and their kids, owners of Vehicle SF, showing some neighborly support!

Lily even has his own book, titled "THE SKELETON" written under his other pseudonym, Spike Milliken

Lily, with his lilies, thanks everyone for their support!!!

Interested in taking toy mod class? Sign up here. Wanna see more photos? Go to our flickr.

Lily Black’s solo show at 1:AM gallery through Saturday, May 1st!

TOMORROW NIGHT BE PREPARED TO BE BLOWN AWAY!

1:AM — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 18:17:28 +0000

Lily Black’s FIRST EVER solo show will be opening at 1:AM gallery from 7-10pm tomorrow, Friday April 16th. Come by and witness originality at its finest. Lily Black will not disappoint (nor has he ever).

Lily Black teaching toy mod class

One of his earlier customized Munny's... you should see how he has grown!

Lily is also 1:AM gallery’s resident toy mod teacher. If you are interested in learning more about custom toy design, look no further (’cause we don’t think there is anyone else in the city offering this) and sign up with us today!

TOMORROW NIGHT, APRIL 16th, from 7-10pm @ 1:AM gallery! Don’t miss it!

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!

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!

ALL IN THE FAMILY – LILY BLACK

1:AM — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 22:36:05 +0000

Lily Black is one of a kind… and we are proud to say, and are very lucky, that he is part of the 1:AM family. Lily always has a way of bringing fun and intellect into any situation or conversation. Read our, weird, but entertaining interview with him here: Who is Lily Black?

So, of course, he participated in our anniversary show “Eternal Sleep”. He did something out of character though, instead of making his trademark military-customized toys, he presented affordable skull paintings made with watercolors. Let me tell you, these are flying off the walls. People love them. There are a couple left, so come by gallery today and pick up your very own Lily Black skulls!

Lily ain't one to kiss and tell...

Skull-licious! Lily Black originals.

Lily is also our toy modification teacher (a class that people cannot get enough of). Check out our classes. Maybe get it for someone or yourself for Christmas!

Lily the innovator! Check out the gold amp he made... which I believe he makes to order...

Lily’s art available at 1:AM gallery. If you are interested or you know someone who is interested in his canvas, contact info@1AMSF.com.

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

“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!

ETERNAL SLEEP OPENING RECEPTION

1:AM — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 05:50:23 +0000

Friday, October 16th, 1:AM gallery celebrated our one year anniversary! The artists brought their A-game and filled the gallery with their imaginative interpretation of life and death. One of Shawn Griggs’ oil paintings depicted skull figures fishing, body boarding on a pier that seemed to be floating in the night sky while Lawrence Yang transformed his characters to have skulls with a story of absorption and Sesl commemorated Dia de los Muertos by painting a traditional life and death ceremony. This is just 3 out of the 50 amazing pieces we have at the gallery for the Eternal Sleep show.

The vibe was great at the opening reception. People enjoyed the art and each other’s company. Most of the contributing artists were on hand schmoozing, boozing and having fun.

Here are some pix:

Lily Black all dressed up!

DIA's canvas and face painting. Beautiful.

Josh Ellingson and KRK Ryden.

The ladies are in the gallery.

The big guys love 64 Colors.

Yoga Frog, Sketch, and DJ Qbert striking a pose with Dan.

Crowded.

Good times. Thanks everyone for coming by and special thanks to the artists – Shawn Griggs, Alice Koswara, Bryn Taylor, DrilOne, Reyes, Oliver Fader, Robert Gonzalez, Phoneticontrol, Peabe, Josh Ellingson, KRK Ryden, DIA, Dave Crosland, Carlos A, Nate1, Cameron, King 157, Vogue, Twick, Laurel Anderson, Toro and Lily Black – for also celebrating our birthday with us!

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

Find more pictures here:

1:AM’s flickr

Upper Playground blog

Spanky Stokes

Peabe’s blog

BUSY MONTH @ 1:AM!

1:AM — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 17:02:02 +0000

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

Friday, 9/25/09 from 7:30 – 10:00pm : SHOPWARS!!! hosted with Delicious Drips

Click here for more information about Shopwars.

Saturday, 9/26/09 from 11am – 3pm (even though it goes through 6…we’ll play it by ear): 1:AM has a booth at Expo for Independent Arts at Golden Gate Park’s Music Concourse

Click here to learn more about the Expo.

Thursday, 10/08/09 from 6:30 – 9:00pm : “Don’t Sweat the Technique: Can Film Festival” with Estria Invitational Graffiti Battle

Saturday, 10/10/09 from 11am – 5pm: Estria Invitational Graffiti Battle Finals @ deFremery Park

Click here to get more battle info.

Saturday, 10/17/09 from ???? : Public opening of “Wonderland” (Even though Roman and Robert are going to start working on the mural a week before opening…if you are in the ‘loin, make sure you say hey!)

For more information about Wonderland, click here.

Then, CLASSES throughout September and October!!!: Stencil, Toy Modification, the Art of Graffiti, Mural Production…

If you are interested, holla at gina@1amsf.com or sign up here.

Phew! I am tired already and I feel that I am missing something… Hope to see some of you at these events!

New flyers for classes!

1:AM — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 03:43:37 +0000

Look at the fresh flyer Roman, the gallery’s art director and also our stencil teacher, created for our Fall art classes. That’s what’s up.

You interested in classes? Holla at gina@1amsf.com or sign up here.