Frank Kozik: An Inspiration Dies
Frank Kozik, the master of sardonic incongruity who designed iconic posters for rock giants like Nirvana and Pearl Jam before becoming a pioneer in the burgeoning world of art toys, died May 7 at 61 leaving a hole in the hearts of the countless artists he inspired worldwide.
Andy Warhol’s Return to Lower Manhattan
Andy Warhol’s Return to Lower Manhattan, Thirty Are Better Than One, Brant Foundation, through July 30, 2023
Warhol in the EV
Thirty Are Better Than One, an exhibition of over 100 artworks by Andy Warhol, opens May 10 at the Brant Foundation, 421 E. 6th St.
Sasha Feldman, William J. O'Brien at Ki Smith Gallery
Clayjà Vu, a two person exhibition featuring artists Sasha Feldman and William J. O'Brien, opens with a reception April 22, 6-9 PM, Ki Smith Gallery, 170 Forsyth Street.
Freeman Alley’s Bronx Cheer
A quartet of Bronx women artist brought their skill, talent and technique downtown for a late Women’s History Month remake of Freeman Alley.
At 3rd & B'zaar: An Artist Residency
East Village thrift and art store 3rd & B'zaar, 191 East 3rd St., has started an artist residency program that will bring in new artists every few months. The first artist is Sean Slaney.
Phoebe NewYork’s Larger-Than-Life Return to WCC
Phoebe @phoebenewyork and her creator, artist Libby Schoettle, are back at West Chelsea Contemporary @wcc.art, bringing their charming optimism and street-wise advice to the gallery’s temporarily transformed gift shop at 509 W. 23rd St.
Espressoism: Jo Tixe’s Buzz
Jo Tixe, the EV's hottest new artist talks art and her twisted obsession.
Gritty Gotham’s Collab With Delphine Le Goff
Street photographer Gritty Gotham has teamed up with sketch artist extraordinaire Delphine Le Goff on a series of fanciful and engaging new works.
Louis "Masai" Michel - "The Message"
The Message, a solo exhibition by UK artist Louis "Masai" Michel opens Saturday, March 11th, 6-8 PM at 210 Rivington S1.
Lucy Liu’s Art at New York Studio School
Award winning Hollywood star Lucy Liu brings her fine art to the New York Studio School in Lucy Liu: what was, on view from March 4 through April 16, 2023.
Logan Hicks and Lori Zimmer: An Artful Pairing
Together, Lori Zimmer and Logan Hicks are the real-life embodiment of New York City’s art underground.
Shepard Fairey Mural, Day 2 Pics
Street art legend Shepard Fairey and his team of artists are making great progress on the new mural on Bleecker near Bowery.
Goodbye Blondie, Hello Bad Brains
Street art superstar Shepard Fairey was back on Bleeker St. Dec. 11, replacing his four year old mural featuring Debbie Harry and Blondie with one of hardcore punk pioneers Bad Brains.
At WCC, A Solo Show for Monsieur le Rat
“Street art is the most important movement in the history of art,” Blek le Rat, at West Chelsea Contemporary.
The EV’s Power
When we met up with Jim Power the other day, the EV Mosaic Man had just completed mosaics on a pair of planters at 1st Ave and St Marks.
Al Diaz at West Chelsea Contemporary Gallery
Street art legend Al Diaz recently discussed his art, its inspiration and future direction, at West Chelsea Contemporary.
Michael Alan Alien @ The Village Works Gallery and Bookstore
Michael Alan Alien @ The Village Works Gallery and Bookstore with a special performance of “The Human Canvas” by Jadda Cat.
E. F. Higgins III Doo Da Forever
A new show of work E.F. Higgins, the king of mail art, opened May 12 at Van Der Plas Gallery, 156 Orchard St.
Basquiat King Pleasure: An Immersive Personal Portrait
Jean-Michel Basquiat: King Pleasure is a joyous, immersive journey into the world the artist created, starting from his humble living room in Brooklyn to the Great Jones Street studio where he lived, worked and ultimately died.