Hubble Bubble
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Eine Camouflage new print, by Hubble Bubble on May 2, 2013 9:10:43 GMT 1, Firstly, I must declare an interest in that I own several canvasses and many prints by Ben, but by no means everything he's done. Like others, I have my likes and dislikes but I'm going to buck the trend and say that I like this. I hear all the time that Ben should 'move on' and 'develop'. To me, this is a genuine attempt to move forward. Alright, it might not be in the direction that those who simply love his letters and nothing else would prefer, but I really like the idea of hiding letters within a 'camouflaged' colour and tile mosaic. It adds another level to his font work and moves his pieces more towards 'contemporary' and away from 'urban'.
Whether that is a good thing in the eyes of this forum is another debate.
I think it has depth and interest and I find myself looking at it to try and peel away the layers. Sometimes art isn't just about pretty pictures.
Yes, it's pricey, probably too pricey for anyone used to buying prints at ยฃ150 - ยฃ250. I know nothing of the print making process so can't comment on the costs of production.
I suspect this might be a case of 'right work, wrong audience'.
Just my thoughts
HB
Firstly, I must declare an interest in that I own several canvasses and many prints by Ben, but by no means everything he's done. Like others, I have my likes and dislikes but I'm going to buck the trend and say that I like this. I hear all the time that Ben should 'move on' and 'develop'. To me, this is a genuine attempt to move forward. Alright, it might not be in the direction that those who simply love his letters and nothing else would prefer, but I really like the idea of hiding letters within a 'camouflaged' colour and tile mosaic. It adds another level to his font work and moves his pieces more towards 'contemporary' and away from 'urban'.
Whether that is a good thing in the eyes of this forum is another debate.
I think it has depth and interest and I find myself looking at it to try and peel away the layers. Sometimes art isn't just about pretty pictures.
Yes, it's pricey, probably too pricey for anyone used to buying prints at ยฃ150 - ยฃ250. I know nothing of the print making process so can't comment on the costs of production.
I suspect this might be a case of 'right work, wrong audience'.
Just my thoughts
HB
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Eine Camouflage new print, by Deleted on May 2, 2013 9:16:38 GMT 1, looking at an Eine print for deeper meaning is akin to looking at a UKIP representative and thinking now there's someone I want to represent my viewpoint
looking at an Eine print for deeper meaning is akin to looking at a UKIP representative and thinking now there's someone I want to represent my viewpoint
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connecta1
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Eine Camouflage new print, by connecta1 on May 2, 2013 9:22:01 GMT 1, ...have loads of Eine on my walls, but not bought a print since 'Change'
Not keen on this new direction at all, definitely not at that price
...have loads of Eine on my walls, but not bought a print since 'Change'
Not keen on this new direction at all, definitely not at that price
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Hubble Bubble
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Eine Camouflage new print, by Hubble Bubble on May 2, 2013 9:30:23 GMT 1, looking at an Eine print for deeper meaning is akin to looking at a UKIP representative and thinking now there's someone I want to represent my viewpoint
looking at an Eine print for deeper meaning is akin to looking at a UKIP representative and thinking now there's someone I want to represent my viewpoint I'm sure you're correct DD... |
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dmm8878
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Eine Camouflage new print, by dmm8878 on May 2, 2013 17:36:28 GMT 1, Apparently Ben is paying four times as much for his U.S. studio space than the U.K. so, i suppose someone has to pay for it.
Apparently Ben is paying four times as much for his U.S. studio space than the U.K. so, i suppose someone has to pay for it. Where in the US is the new studio? |
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Eine Camouflage new print, by Deleted on May 2, 2013 19:42:10 GMT 1, Apparently Ben is paying four times as much for his U.S. studio space than the U.K. so, i suppose someone has to pay for it. Where in the US is the new studio?
San Francisco - See below.
Details from the Vandalog interview between RJ & Eine:
Eine: I fell in love with San Francisco and a lady called Carrie, plus London is easy for me. I wanted to paint somewhere where walls are harder to get and not everyone is on your side. The move has been fucking slow and expensive, my new studio is 4 times as expensive as my old one in Hastings.
blog.vandalog.com/2013/04/tim-hans-shoots-eine/
Apparently Ben is paying four times as much for his U.S. studio space than the U.K. so, i suppose someone has to pay for it. Where in the US is the new studio? San Francisco - See below. Details from the Vandalog interview between RJ & Eine: Eine: I fell in love with San Francisco and a lady called Carrie, plus London is easy for me. I wanted to paint somewhere where walls are harder to get and not everyone is on your side. The move has been fucking slow and expensive, my new studio is 4 times as expensive as my old one in Hastings. blog.vandalog.com/2013/04/tim-hans-shoots-eine/ |
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Eine Camouflage new print, by Deleted on May 2, 2013 20:41:07 GMT 1, looking at an Eine print for deeper meaning is akin to looking at a UKIP representative and thinking now there's someone I want to represent my viewpoint
How do they exist, those UKIP lot? I mean who actually funds them?
Turning to this piece, it's pretty clear that diversification isn't working and is not popular. Bugger.
looking at an Eine print for deeper meaning is akin to looking at a UKIP representative and thinking now there's someone I want to represent my viewpoint How do they exist, those UKIP lot? I mean who actually funds them? Turning to this piece, it's pretty clear that diversification isn't working and is not popular. Bugger. |
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nrgball
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Eine Camouflage new print, by nrgball on May 3, 2013 2:07:30 GMT 1, Firstly, I must declare an interest in that I own several canvasses and many prints by Ben, but by no means everything he's done. Like others, I have my likes and dislikes but I'm going to buck the trend and say that I like this. I hear all the time that Ben should 'move on' and 'develop'. To me, this is a genuine attempt to move forward. Alright, it might not be in the direction that those who simply love his letters and nothing else would prefer, but I really like the idea of hiding letters within a 'camouflaged' colour and tile mosaic. It adds another level to his font work and moves his pieces more towards 'contemporary' and away from 'urban'. Whether that is a good thing in the eyes of this forum is another debate. I think it has depth and interest and I find myself looking at it to try and peel away the layers. Sometimes art isn't just about pretty pictures. Yes, it's pricey, probably too pricey for anyone used to buying prints at ยฃ150 - ยฃ250. I know nothing of the print making process so can't comment on the costs of production. I suspect this might be a case of 'right work, wrong audience'. Just my thoughts HB
Firstly, I must declare an interest in that I own several canvasses and many prints by Ben, but by no means everything he's done. Like others, I have my likes and dislikes but I'm going to buck the trend and say that I like this. I hear all the time that Ben should 'move on' and 'develop'. To me, this is a genuine attempt to move forward. Alright, it might not be in the direction that those who simply love his letters and nothing else would prefer, but I really like the idea of hiding letters within a 'camouflaged' colour and tile mosaic. It adds another level to his font work and moves his pieces more towards 'contemporary' and away from 'urban'. Whether that is a good thing in the eyes of this forum is another debate. I think it has depth and interest and I find myself looking at it to try and peel away the layers. Sometimes art isn't just about pretty pictures. Yes, it's pricey, probably too pricey for anyone used to buying prints at ยฃ150 - ยฃ250. I know nothing of the print making process so can't comment on the costs of production. I suspect this might be a case of 'right work, wrong audience'. Just my thoughts HB I have to agree, I think this print is fantastic. Its well designed and cleverly executed. Its one of the first Eine prints that have actually dig. |
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Eine Camouflage new print, by displaced bear on May 3, 2013 2:58:50 GMT 1, agree with many. love the print, but not the price.
agree with many. love the print, but not the price.
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KaL976
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Eine Camouflage new print, by KaL976 on May 3, 2013 4:09:00 GMT 1, I think it's the best thing he's done in ages.
To be fair, I like Eine for his trains & I can see this as a whole car.
Also SF is an amazing city so more power to him.
I think it's the best thing he's done in ages.
To be fair, I like Eine for his trains & I can see this as a whole car.
Also SF is an amazing city so more power to him.
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Ovaltine!
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Eine Camouflage new print, by Ovaltine! on May 3, 2013 5:21:13 GMT 1, I dont get how this is going for so much.... well I guess I do. it'll say Eine in the corner...
I dont get how this is going for so much.... well I guess I do. it'll say Eine in the corner...
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iamzero
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Eine Camouflage new print, by iamzero on May 3, 2013 6:56:03 GMT 1, Laz did say it took two months to make 25 prints. Didn't mention how many extra colour ways would be released after this sold out in recent Eine fashion.
Laz did say it took two months to make 25 prints. Didn't mention how many extra colour ways would be released after this sold out in recent Eine fashion.
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thesewalls
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Eine Camouflage new print, by thesewalls on Sept 14, 2013 10:16:29 GMT 1, this is the first EINE piece i have purchased. enjoying the bit of abstraction. of course there's no space for it, but that's another story.
this is the first EINE piece i have purchased. enjoying the bit of abstraction. of course there's no space for it, but that's another story.
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but maybe it looks better for real 
