okay so i lied. didnt exactly get to write a post immediately following my last entry- my excuse is going to be that there is and was an impending snow storm on the East Coast and it hindered my ability to post.
which logically wouldn’t be true because if i were stuck at home caught in a whirlwind of snow, ice and hail- i would still be able to blog given that my electricity doesnt go out.
and go out it did not so i know, i’m just a lazy fuck. my apologies <3
anyway. the important part is that I am posting okay?
CHORUS GALLERY: SPOKE COUNT ART SHOW
“Spoke Count is a collaborative installation featuring 100+ small works about bikes by various artists. It is estimated that there currently exist over one billion bicycles in the world- this show will attempt to visualize this (growing) mass of our favorite revolutionary transport”
Chorus Gallery is still open to submissions for the art show that will be taking place on SATURDAY, January 9th. If you are interested in sending in pieces, please deliver the works no later than 5pm on JANUARY 7th and fill out the submission form (available at the below link)
The following must apply to your work:
working piece must be 8”x8”, any media, capable of being hung on a wall, and adhere to the subject of the art show
Spoke Count Art Show Submission Form
After seeing a teeny preview of what the show is going to be like, I have to say i’m extremely psyched about seeing this collaboration of various artists from around not just the country but quite literally worldwide. Artists have been in touch with the gallery from across the globe all based on a genuine love for both bikes and art- and as the two wheeler transport is coming to a high rise of popularity (not that it wasn’t before anyways), it’s quite beautiful to see the renderings of emotions and thought that is provoked from the subject by these artists.
In short, you’re not going to be doing anything on Saturday night that is going to beat coming to this art show, so you might as well come and join the party.
SPOKE COUNT ART SHOW- Chorus Gallery
Opening Reception: SATURDAY JANUARY 9th, 2010
7pm-12am
285 Washington Street #18
Somerville MA 02143
617-666-6736
Alas, a decade is coming to an end and the newness of 2010 is fast approaching.
It’s been a long year, 2009, but a good one nonetheless and despite the ups and (mostly) downs of the past ten years its been quite fulfilling. At the very least, it’s been an eventful ride for me.
So here’s a long and awfully boring recap of life in itself…
Actually, I’m going to just start with the past two months because I realize that A. that’s probably when my last post was anyways and B. my brain cells dont exactly reach far back enough to remember the happenings of early 2009– gaps are more than likely rendered from long and exhausting nights of excessive consumption of alcohol.
Regardless, the past year has been a journey of finding myself in the field of art and meeting some of the best people of my life whose talents exceeds my wildest comprehension. My past few months at UMASS Dartmouth have been mediocre- it’s not like I actually enjoy the insomnia that follows 20page business communication financial reports, but the life that hums out of the home commonly known as Fringe Movement has been a totally different story. Being among artists and friends that are filled to their fingertips with creativity is honestly a feeling that can not even be put into words. From fashion designer Jenna Rivers of FutureCraft Studio, to photographer Justin Keena and videographer Steve Schinnerer of Quarter Production, and everyone else inbetween, the amount of talent that seeps out of this establishment is overwhelming. This has been my life right here, working around purely talented and sincerely wonderful people. It’s been such a privilege to be amongst some of the craftiest folks of Boston.
Aside from that, I would have to say the other equally most wonderful thing to happen to me this past year was meeting the boys of Open Bicycle and spending my time working with not only envisionaries but people who live, breathe and love the lifestyle of bicycling. As one of the most down-to-earth crowds, these guys have come to be a part of my family- all in which who share a commonality in the love for art. With Chorus Gallery being the second wing of Open, the guys have created a space that allows for artists to locally display their works and have given many artists an opportunity to share to an audience their thoughts, feelings and expressions.
Every one from both Fringe and Open have taught me many life lessons that I could never learn elsewhere, both applicable to my artwork and my day-to-day life.
I know this has been a long rave about the people in my life rather than my life itself but this is what it’s all about right? The people in your life really do make up who you are and in turn, the outcomes of your life.
Anyway, in conclusion- I finally got a phone with a respectable camera and a decent way of uploading photos to the interwebz so I expect myself to make more posts on a not-daily-but-at-least-more-occasional-than-what-I-normally-post basis.
Meanwhile, Chorus is collaborating on an exciting new exhibit in the new month of 2010 and I can’t wait to tell you more about it….
I shall follow with more information on it in the next post, primarily because I will be busy in the next 2 minutes throwing out my Christmas tree. hah!
xoxox
Casstastr0phee.
This weekend (Friday November 20th and Saturday November 21st) BFF is coming to Boston for an epic two day event. Come out Friday night at 7pm to the Middlesex Lounge in Cambridge for Goldsprint challenges (and to support our boys at Open, natch), then follow up with us on Saturday for movies and short films inspired by the love and thrill of bikes at the Brattle Theatre in Harvard Sq. For a complete list of showings, check out the main page here.
Hit up the afterparty at Flat Top Johnny’s @10pm to end the festival on the right note with all the right people.
What is BFF you ask?
“In 2001, Brendt Barbur, Founder and Director, was compelled to start the Bicycle Film Festival after being hit by a bus while riding his bike in New York City. Instead of being deterred by this experience, it inspired him to create a festival that celebrates the bicycle through music, art, and film. Now in its ninth year the festival is held in 39 cities worldwide. 250,000 people are expected to attend this year.
The Bicycle Film Festival celebrates the bicycle in all forms and styles. If you can name it – Tall Bike Jousting, Track Bikes, BMX, Alleycats, Critical Mass, Bike Polo, Road Cycling, Mountain Biking Recumbents – we’ve probably either ridden or screened it. What better way to celebrate these lifestyles than through art, film, music and performance?
We bring together all aspects of bicycling to advocate its ability to transport us in various ways. Ultimately the BFF is about having a good time. We have been fortunate enough to include the work of established artists such as Jorgen Leth, Mike Mills, Jonas Mekas, Blonde Redhead, Swoon and Michel Gondry; as well as talented newcomers as part of our programming.”
Friday NOV 20, 2009
Middlesex Lounge- GOLDSPRINTS
7pm – 2am
315 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge
Sprints at 7:30pm with DJ Mayhem
Afterparty starting 9:30pm with internationally renowned DJ BREK.one
Saturday NOV 21, 2009
Brattle Theatre- SCREENINGS
screenings 5pm-10pm
40 Brattle Street, Harvard Square
Flat Top Johnny’s- AFTERPARTY
One Kendall Square Building 200
Cambridge , MA 02139
peep the trailer for BFF 2009
The XX- Stars
one of those songs that just makes you sit there and fall in love…
ah. sorry for the lack of postings- midterms just finished and I’m running on zero sleep and more cigarettes than i really should be consuming.
anyways-
NONE MORE BLACK’s opening show was last night at the Fourth Wall Project over in Fenway. If you didnt get the chance to show up and see some amazing artwork, the show will be up until November 13th. I highly recommend checking it out for an insight to four artists interpretation of Life, Death, Rebirth and Metamorphosis. Some amazing work and serious attention to detail. The show is curated by Meighan O’Toole of My Love For You/Juxtapoz and includes artists Tony Bevilacqua, Chad Chesko, Bill Dunlap and Elisabeth Timpone.
Fourth Wall Project is located at
132 Brookline Ave
Boston MA 02115
and their operating hours are Friday-Sunday 12pm-7pm.
last night was also Superb Grand opening party and if you havent been over to the spot, you’ll want to check it out; great place for all your biking needs:
Superb
thanks to Nuggs for posting this up a little while back. I’m pretty sure i accidentally spat out my oreos from laughing :[
Thank you Ryan for sending me this shit. I think i jizzed my pants.
and just for shit and giggles, I’ll bring back an oldie but goodie.
Just put it in the bag.
….
all I can say is…why not?! Given that you might not pull it off as amazingly as dear Heidi Klum has here..atleast you’ll come close if you try.
Man, again it has been a long time since i have found an opportunity to write a new blogpost! My apologies. It’s just been real hectic in my made up little world.
So…some things to note:
If you’re around Boston, a gallery went up two weeks ago from the boys of Project SF at the Fourth Wall gallery. Unfortunately, I’ve been buried in an unbearable massload of work so I missed my opportunity to post about it sooner. It’s coming down in a few weeks so make sure you get the chance to stop by and get a good look at their latest: Devastate Your Real Estate. It’s a series of installations and collaborative works that’s super badass.
The Fourth Wall Project is located by the Kenmore trainstop (near Fenway park) across the street from Blicks.
Also, keep your eyes and ears open- after the Project SF boys take their installations down, Fourth Wall wont skip a beat with the next curator…you’ll see :]
What else has been up? hmmm…
This Thursday you should check out The Phoenix Landing in Cambridge, Sable Grey on the decks bringing some serious tunage along with Nuggs and Rando 9pm-2am
mhm…and go out to watch Zombieland. It’s been awhile since i’ve last laughed so hard.
thats about all for today <3
OH!!!
I forgot to mention!
MODESELEKTOR hittin’ up BROOKLYN, NY at the Williamsburg Hall November SEVENTH (7th).
you will do what you have to fucking do to GET IN THAT BITCH.
….
kthanks <3
i’ll leave you with this:
and this because i love you:
fuck yea i’ll have their babies; sooo gooooood. now go get high and enjoy some crazy tunes.
xoxox
-casstastr0phee.
I dont know- its prettier outside here than it has been for WEEKS now but i am extremely annoyed with everything despite the lovely weather. I dont exactly know why- but seriously…i’m kinda more than frustrated.
I dont know if it has to do with the 6 hours of job hunting i did in massive heels (dont.even.start.) or the fact that today i spent the longest time on wordpress trying to freaking figure out the damn “pending review” shit. ugh.
that, and yelp is being dumb, going.com is being dumb and whatever whateverrr…
on a happier note…
TMNT 1990s version on the big screen once again for Boston folks.
Join Johnny (of Johnny Cupcakes) for free pizza and an awesome movie at the Coolidge Corner Theatre tomorrow (Saturday) at 11:55pm/midnight. Of course, new pre-releases of his tee, possible prizes and limited posters perhaps?
check it out here, and for tickets.
Also, tomorrow night is Chorus Gallery’s opening for Chris Paiscik’s artwork starting from 8pm-11pm. Chorus Gallery is located in OPEN Bicycle. And if you haven’t already checked out that space, you’ll definitely have to take a visit. It’s worth it, really.
OPEN Bicycle
