Hubble Bubble
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I don't get Kaws..., by Hubble Bubble on Feb 9, 2016 13:49:19 GMT 1, I've tried, I've failed.
Honestly, I just don't get it.
I mean, I get Stik.
But I don't get Kaws.
This is me, I realise.
So I'm sharing, is all.
I've tried, I've failed.
Honestly, I just don't get it.
I mean, I get Stik.
But I don't get Kaws.
This is me, I realise.
So I'm sharing, is all.
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markent
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I don't get Kaws..., by markent on Feb 9, 2016 14:24:58 GMT 1, So did you not get anything autographed?? I don't get Stik, each to their own. It would be a funny World if we all liked the same things.
So did you not get anything autographed?? I don't get Stik, each to their own. It would be a funny World if we all liked the same things.
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Hubble Bubble
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I don't get Kaws..., by Hubble Bubble on Feb 9, 2016 14:31:10 GMT 1, So did you not get anything autographed?? I don't get Stik, each to their own. It would be a funny World if we all liked the same things.
But I agree with you on us not all liking the same things. That wouldn't do at all!
So did you not get anything autographed?? I don't get Stik, each to their own. It would be a funny World if we all liked the same things. I don't know what you mean by 'did you not get anything autographed??' But I agree with you on us not all liking the same things. That wouldn't do at all! |
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I don't get Kaws..., by Happy Shopper on Feb 9, 2016 14:31:23 GMT 1, I'm sure you'll get over it.
I'm sure you'll get over it.
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I don't get Kaws..., by Deleted on Feb 9, 2016 14:31:59 GMT 1, Start at the beginning of his career with his public ad campaigns, while keeping in mind the time period he was working in, then work your way to the present.
Start at the beginning of his career with his public ad campaigns, while keeping in mind the time period he was working in, then work your way to the present.
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sakyamuni
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I don't get Kaws..., by sakyamuni on Feb 9, 2016 14:32:36 GMT 1, sharing is caring 
sharing is caring |
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Matt
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I don't get Kaws..., by Matt on Feb 9, 2016 14:33:11 GMT 1, I've tried, I've failed. Honestly, I just don't get it. I mean, I get Stik. But I don't get Kaws. This is me, I realise. So I'm sharing, is all.
I agree. I like the colors, and the toys looks way cool...but I see nothing beyond that.
I am happy to know I am not alone.
My banker is happy that I don't like Kaws.
I've tried, I've failed. Honestly, I just don't get it. I mean, I get Stik. But I don't get Kaws. This is me, I realise. So I'm sharing, is all. I agree. I like the colors, and the toys looks way cool...but I see nothing beyond that. I am happy to know I am not alone. My banker is happy that I don't like Kaws. |
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docean
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I don't get Kaws..., by docean on Feb 9, 2016 14:41:17 GMT 1, funny, I'm the opposite.
I don't get Stik but love Kaws work.
to me, Kaws is constantly knocking advertisements and other things that are in your face. it's uncomfortable, and it makes you think.
funny, I'm the opposite.
I don't get Stik but love Kaws work.
to me, Kaws is constantly knocking advertisements and other things that are in your face. it's uncomfortable, and it makes you think.
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laurentbaboo
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I don't get Kaws..., by laurentbaboo on Feb 9, 2016 14:43:46 GMT 1, He refused to sign a photo i did in Paris few years ago printed on canvas, this would have been my only chance to "own" a Kaws! I don't like him any more! But the outdoor sculptures were still amazing!
He refused to sign a photo i did in Paris few years ago printed on canvas, this would have been my only chance to "own" a Kaws! I don't like him any more! But the outdoor sculptures were still amazing!
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markent
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I don't get Kaws..., by markent on Feb 9, 2016 14:47:49 GMT 1, He refused to sign a photo i did in Paris few years ago printed on canvas, this would have been my only chance to "own" a Kaws! I don't like him any more! But the outdoor sculptures were still amazing!
He refused to sign a photo i did in Paris few years ago printed on canvas, this would have been my only chance to "own" a Kaws! I don't like him any more! But the outdoor sculptures were still amazing! Haha I think I can understand why he didn't want to sign your canvas. |
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adewilliams
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I don't get Kaws..., by adewilliams on Feb 9, 2016 15:10:54 GMT 1, I don't get maths, or space, but I like Stik although not much and I like some Kaws paintings
I don't get maths, or space, but I like Stik although not much and I like some Kaws paintings
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11
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I don't get Kaws..., by 11 on Feb 9, 2016 15:11:17 GMT 1, With all the tat that must have been shoved under his nose I'm really surprised he refused to sign laurent' photo. For me it would have been an honour that someone had gone to the effort of taking a photo yourself, having it printed on a canvas and then asking him to sign it - even if he insisted on dedicating it I can't see why on earth he'd say no to someone like Laurentbaboo and yet sign all sorts of other crap.
With all the tat that must have been shoved under his nose I'm really surprised he refused to sign laurent' photo. For me it would have been an honour that someone had gone to the effort of taking a photo yourself, having it printed on a canvas and then asking him to sign it - even if he insisted on dedicating it I can't see why on earth he'd say no to someone like Laurentbaboo and yet sign all sorts of other crap.
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Cornish Crayon
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I don't get Kaws..., by Cornish Crayon on Feb 9, 2016 15:25:03 GMT 1, With all the tat that must have been shoved under his nose I'm really surprised he refused to sign laurent' photo. For me it would have been an honour that someone had gone to the effort of taking a photo yourself, having it printed on a canvas and then asking him to sign it - even if he insisted on dedicating it I can't see why on earth he'd say no to someone like Laurentbaboo and yet sign all sorts of other crap. Heard him say on the Friday evening "I understand people wanting a book dedicated to them but I just don't get the obsession of having things signed" as someone snatched away a third tote bag and slapped a set of postcards in his hands. Strange.
Then why did he sign them ?
With all the tat that must have been shoved under his nose I'm really surprised he refused to sign laurent' photo. For me it would have been an honour that someone had gone to the effort of taking a photo yourself, having it printed on a canvas and then asking him to sign it - even if he insisted on dedicating it I can't see why on earth he'd say no to someone like Laurentbaboo and yet sign all sorts of other crap. Heard him say on the Friday evening "I understand people wanting a book dedicated to them but I just don't get the obsession of having things signed" as someone snatched away a third tote bag and slapped a set of postcards in his hands. Strange. Then why did he sign them ? |
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I don't get Kaws..., by Happy Shopper on Feb 9, 2016 15:26:45 GMT 1, I can completely understand him not signing a photo on canvas... it would look like it was a "work of art" by himself... which obviously it isn't.
I saw Peter Blake have to say the same thing to someone at a signing a few years ago (a small girl who'd made a collage or painting!).
I can completely understand him not signing a photo on canvas... it would look like it was a "work of art" by himself... which obviously it isn't.
I saw Peter Blake have to say the same thing to someone at a signing a few years ago (a small girl who'd made a collage or painting!).
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Black Apple Art
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I don't get Kaws..., by Black Apple Art on Feb 9, 2016 15:36:39 GMT 1, I've tried, I've failed. Honestly, I just don't get it. I mean, I get Stik. But I don't get Kaws. This is me, I realise. So I'm sharing, is all.
I've tried, I've failed. Honestly, I just don't get it. I mean, I get Stik. But I don't get Kaws. This is me, I realise. So I'm sharing, is all. You are not alone my friend but that is "art". Could just have easily started a "I don't get Koons" thread but sometimes it's just best to focus on who you do "get". |
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I don't get Kaws..., by Coach on Feb 9, 2016 15:50:23 GMT 1, With all the tat that must have been shoved under his nose I'm really surprised he refused to sign laurent' photo. For me it would have been an honour that someone had gone to the effort of taking a photo yourself, having it printed on a canvas and then asking him to sign it - even if he insisted on dedicating it I can't see why on earth he'd say no to someone like Laurentbaboo and yet sign all sorts of other crap.
He seemed to have a set of personal rules.
If it was an expensive book, he signed and doodled it.
If it was the show catalogue he just signed it.
Everything was dedicated.
Some things he refused to sign at all, but always explained why, from what I've heard.
He was very generous with his time, and quite charming.
I think a lot of artists would not have been so patient.
With all the tat that must have been shoved under his nose I'm really surprised he refused to sign laurent' photo. For me it would have been an honour that someone had gone to the effort of taking a photo yourself, having it printed on a canvas and then asking him to sign it - even if he insisted on dedicating it I can't see why on earth he'd say no to someone like Laurentbaboo and yet sign all sorts of other crap. He seemed to have a set of personal rules. If it was an expensive book, he signed and doodled it. If it was the show catalogue he just signed it. Everything was dedicated. Some things he refused to sign at all, but always explained why, from what I've heard. He was very generous with his time, and quite charming. I think a lot of artists would not have been so patient. |
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mojo
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I don't get Kaws..., by mojo on Feb 9, 2016 15:57:07 GMT 1, I wonder if he likes marmite?
I wonder if he likes marmite?
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I don't get Kaws..., by Deleted on Feb 9, 2016 16:03:25 GMT 1, With all the tat that must have been shoved under his nose I'm really surprised he refused to sign laurent' photo. For me it would have been an honour that someone had gone to the effort of taking a photo yourself, having it printed on a canvas and then asking him to sign it - even if he insisted on dedicating it I can't see why on earth he'd say no to someone like Laurentbaboo and yet sign all sorts of other crap. He seemed to have a set of personal rules. If it was an expensive book, he signed and doodled it. If it was the show catalogue he just signed it. Everything was dedicated. Some things he refused to sign at all, but always explained why, from what I've heard. He was very generous with his time, and quite charming. I think a lot of artists would not have been so patient.
With all the tat that must have been shoved under his nose I'm really surprised he refused to sign laurent' photo. For me it would have been an honour that someone had gone to the effort of taking a photo yourself, having it printed on a canvas and then asking him to sign it - even if he insisted on dedicating it I can't see why on earth he'd say no to someone like Laurentbaboo and yet sign all sorts of other crap. He seemed to have a set of personal rules. If it was an expensive book, he signed and doodled it. If it was the show catalogue he just signed it. Everything was dedicated. Some things he refused to sign at all, but always explained why, from what I've heard. He was very generous with his time, and quite charming. I think a lot of artists would not have been so patient. Think he got a bit more flexible towards the end, as did a couple of undedicated guides for me which are heading to Dibbs and seasideindian. He also did a poster and tote which also weren't dedicated. Agree he was a top guy. |
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I don't get Kaws..., by Coach on Feb 9, 2016 16:35:25 GMT 1, He seemed to have a set of personal rules. If it was an expensive book, he signed and doodled it. If it was the show catalogue he just signed it. Everything was dedicated. Some things he refused to sign at all, but always explained why, from what I've heard. He was very generous with his time, and quite charming. I think a lot of artists would not have been so patient. Think he got a bit more flexible towards the end, as did a couple of undedicated guides for me which are heading to Dibbs and seasideindian. He also did a poster and tote which also weren't dedicated. Agree he was a top guy.ย
That's kind of you letiss.
Perhaps towards the end he just wanted it over and done with!
He seemed to have a set of personal rules. If it was an expensive book, he signed and doodled it. If it was the show catalogue he just signed it. Everything was dedicated. Some things he refused to sign at all, but always explained why, from what I've heard. He was very generous with his time, and quite charming. I think a lot of artists would not have been so patient. Think he got a bit more flexible towards the end, as did a couple of undedicated guides for me which are heading to Dibbs and seasideindian. He also did a poster and tote which also weren't dedicated. Agree he was a top guy.ย That's kind of you letiss. Perhaps towards the end he just wanted it over and done with! |
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rgc
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I don't get Kaws..., by rgc on Feb 9, 2016 16:50:56 GMT 1, funny, I'm the opposite. I don't get Stik but love Kaws work. to me, Kaws is constantly knocking advertisements and other things that are in your face. ย it's uncomfortable, and it makes you think.
This thread could run and run.... personally I like Stik and Kaws but don't get sweet toof at all. Have never seen anything posted I like by him (just everyone's different tastes)...
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funny, I'm the opposite. I don't get Stik but love Kaws work. to me, Kaws is constantly knocking advertisements and other things that are in your face. ย it's uncomfortable, and it makes you think. This thread could run and run.... personally I like Stik and Kaws but don't get sweet toof at all. Have never seen anything posted I like by him (just everyone's different tastes)... ?? |
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docean
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I don't get Kaws..., by docean on Feb 9, 2016 16:53:13 GMT 1, yeah I don't care for ST either. to each their own though, whatever floats anyone's boat
yeah I don't care for ST either. to each their own though, whatever floats anyone's boat
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I don't get Kaws..., by Deleted on Feb 9, 2016 16:56:06 GMT 1, sweetooth I really dont get, looks like a load of old tat.
sweetooth I really dont get, looks like a load of old tat.
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dueuomo
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I don't get Kaws..., by dueuomo on Feb 9, 2016 17:31:32 GMT 1, I am sure I am in the minority, but among the artists that are repeatedly mentioned and appreciated here I do not get Stik, Kaws or sweet toof...
I am sure I am in the minority, but among the artists that are repeatedly mentioned and appreciated here I do not get Stik, Kaws or sweet toof...
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I don't get Kaws..., by Coach on Feb 9, 2016 17:37:05 GMT 1, It's a funny old world, this art passion malarkey, cos I think sweettoofs work is fabulous.
It's a funny old world, this art passion malarkey, cos I think sweettoofs work is fabulous.
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Eric Pause
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I don't get Kaws..., by Eric Pause on Feb 9, 2016 17:39:01 GMT 1, With artists like Stik and Sweetooth, I think being able to see the actual street pieces on a somewhat daily basis really ads to their appeal.
For example, I didn't really get Eine's work until I was travelling in England, and started finding all the shutter fronts without really looking for them. Photos or prints don't capture the same experience. The same could be said about Invader as well.
There are lesser known street artists in Toronto that I have pieces from, but I can certainly see how they'd be less appealing to people who didn't grow up around them.
With artists like Stik and Sweetooth, I think being able to see the actual street pieces on a somewhat daily basis really ads to their appeal.
For example, I didn't really get Eine's work until I was travelling in England, and started finding all the shutter fronts without really looking for them. Photos or prints don't capture the same experience. The same could be said about Invader as well.
There are lesser known street artists in Toronto that I have pieces from, but I can certainly see how they'd be less appealing to people who didn't grow up around them.
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Larry David
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I don't get Kaws..., by Larry David on Feb 9, 2016 17:50:36 GMT 1, For what its worth I love some of the Kaws stuff, (He signed my passing through, thanks to kind forum member who carted it to YSP for me as I couldn't make it) ,yet my soon to be ex girlfriend thinks its a clown taking a shit.
I am not in the Stik love in, thats what I like about this place, everyone entitled to their own view.
For what its worth I love some of the Kaws stuff, (He signed my passing through, thanks to kind forum member who carted it to YSP for me as I couldn't make it) ,yet my soon to be ex girlfriend thinks its a clown taking a shit.
I am not in the Stik love in, thats what I like about this place, everyone entitled to their own view.
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stvro22
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I don't get Kaws..., by stvro22 on Feb 9, 2016 19:28:57 GMT 1, IMO his abstract work keeps getting better and better. Paid his dues on the street too.
IMO his abstract work keeps getting better and better. Paid his dues on the street too.
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chads007
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I don't get Kaws..., by chads007 on Feb 9, 2016 19:44:46 GMT 1, Some poor older lady was shoved a sketch book by her husband to doodle while he was waiting at the side with his job lot of tat. Kaws explained he could doodle but had to dedicate or something along those lines. She tootled off red faced to consult husband who appeared to concede to a dedicated doodle and she returned a minute later with book
Some poor older lady was shoved a sketch book by her husband to doodle while he was waiting at the side with his job lot of tat. Kaws explained he could doodle but had to dedicate or something along those lines. She tootled off red faced to consult husband who appeared to concede to a dedicated doodle and she returned a minute later with book
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I don't get Kaws..., by Deleted on Feb 9, 2016 19:56:55 GMT 1, funny, I'm the opposite. I don't get Stik but love Kaws work. to me, Kaws is constantly knocking advertisements and other things that are in your face. it's uncomfortable, and it makes you think.
is that what he does?
I have missed this somehow
Do you have any examples
Thanks
funny, I'm the opposite. I don't get Stik but love Kaws work. to me, Kaws is constantly knocking advertisements and other things that are in your face. it's uncomfortable, and it makes you think. is that what he does? I have missed this somehow Do you have any examples Thanks |
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I don't get Kaws..., by Deleted on Feb 9, 2016 20:01:22 GMT 1, Was Kaws the first to blur the lines between sculpture and toys? Was there a huge art toy movement before him? Actually very curious.
Was Kaws the first to blur the lines between sculpture and toys? Was there a huge art toy movement before him? Actually very curious.
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