Tag: art

Dennis Hopper Discusses Art

Dennis Hopper passes away at 74. Here%uFFFDs a tribute to the legend, plus an excellent video of him explaining his art collection including the importance of street art.

Shepard Fairey Obama Poster Spoof in Ironman 2

Robert Downey, Jr. as Ironman is one thing, but the Obama poster spoof is iconic.

Collaboration Round-up: BMW Art Cars and Jeff Koons; Coca-Cola and Karl Lagerfeld

Still an energizing force in grabbing attention, these two collaborations are interesting because they cross over fashion, cars, beverages, art, and retail.

Spray Graphics Fashion Show and Exhibition at Crewest Illustrate the Origins of Street Art on T’s by the O.G.’s of the Scene, TC-5

In the ’80’s having a TC-5 artist graphic T-shirt, denim jeans, or jacket was a symbol of cool. This show brings back the roots of street fashion.

Street Art Collective the Urban Repair Squad Illustrates the Hazards of Cycling with Comic Expletives, Drawing Attention to a New Culture of Transportation

Painted expletives near potholes and various urban detritus in Toronto streets illustrate literally, the changing face of transportation via cycling and culture jamming.

Open Air–Street Art and Graffiti Documentary Takes a Look Inside the Growing Subculture Urban Landscapes, Art, and Advertising

Street art and advertising lines continue to blur as more brands seek out artists to create cred between their brands and elusive youth culture. Open Air focuses on 5 artists, their stories, and asks hard questions about the future of the forum.

Creative QR Codes Continue to Push the Envelope for New Branding, Marketing, and Advertising Strategies, as Indicated by Set Japan’s Latest Release for Frisk Mints

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QR codes are catching on as the new interactive format using mobile technology, creativity, and genius, as illustrated by Set Japan’s campaigns for Marc Jacobs, Louis Vuitton, Takashi Murakami, and Frisk.