Gard
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Who is the next big thing?, by Gard on Mar 28, 2014 19:25:49 GMT 1, Yeah, I know these posts appear like once a month and I can't be bothered to find the old ones. But who do you believe is the new next big thing?
And when I say the next big thing I'm talking about who will be in big demand and have his or her prices rise. It may not be the best way of measuring it, but it's something we can actually see. Also lets keep it to the "bigger" artists. Compared to the contemporary art world, most of the artist talked about here are small fish in in the contemporary world
I have a few in mind but will start with Swoon. Her big museum quality pieces aren't that expensive today especially for an artist that's going to have a big solo show at the Brooklyn museum. One problem I can see with her is that she doesn't have any gallery representation at the moment, but after the museum show I'm sure she will be picked up by someone she feels can bring her to the next level. One thing I've heard a lot of people say about her is that they are not the biggest fans of her art but they all think they should buy something. I've heard that Moma bought something by her anyone know if Moma used their own money or if it was donated? It makes a huge difference.
I already know about Outis and Bambi so please don't mention them here.
Yeah, I know these posts appear like once a month and I can't be bothered to find the old ones. But who do you believe is the new next big thing?
And when I say the next big thing I'm talking about who will be in big demand and have his or her prices rise. It may not be the best way of measuring it, but it's something we can actually see. Also lets keep it to the "bigger" artists. Compared to the contemporary art world, most of the artist talked about here are small fish in in the contemporary world
I have a few in mind but will start with Swoon. Her big museum quality pieces aren't that expensive today especially for an artist that's going to have a big solo show at the Brooklyn museum. One problem I can see with her is that she doesn't have any gallery representation at the moment, but after the museum show I'm sure she will be picked up by someone she feels can bring her to the next level. One thing I've heard a lot of people say about her is that they are not the biggest fans of her art but they all think they should buy something. I've heard that Moma bought something by her anyone know if Moma used their own money or if it was donated? It makes a huge difference.
I already know about Outis and Bambi so please don't mention them here.
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artmanic1234
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Who is the next big thing?, by artmanic1234 on Mar 28, 2014 19:37:46 GMT 1, Im really loving Dot Dot Dot Recently recieved a canvas from . . . and i have never enjoyed looking at a piece of art in all my life everytime i look at it i find myself loving it more everytime Think the detail that this guy delivers is exceptional and imense And hes a top man with a big heart so for me . . . = winner winner For me hes my favouite artist and i believe he has a Massive future
Im really loving Dot Dot Dot Recently recieved a canvas from . . . and i have never enjoyed looking at a piece of art in all my life everytime i look at it i find myself loving it more everytime Think the detail that this guy delivers is exceptional and imense And hes a top man with a big heart so for me . . . = winner winner For me hes my favouite artist and i believe he has a Massive future
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Who is the next big thing?, by bullysonzx10r on Mar 28, 2014 19:40:24 GMT 1, So I'll get bashed for this, but I have seen some of the behind the scenes plans so I feel like I could be right.
Hanksy
I know, Fuck me and his corny art, right?
Here's the thing, the guy has a good niche, and has a fairly strong following on IG -- 16K-17K depending on when you look. For comparison sake, Swoon is at 22K. Beyond this, he has been working on several projects that could potentially launch him into a larger audience based on his "My art is topical, not serious." mindset. This includes opportunities at Webisodes and even potential TV opportunities. He also has put together a sick show -- Surplus Candy, and is planning to do more of that type of organization in the near future.
Beyond all of that, I bought an original of his back in the summer (42 inch x 32 inch Ferrell Cats) for around $1,700 and just recently when he was being shown at the Katz Deli gallery, he had a smaller less complex piece than that sell for over $5,000... This was before he even had the NYTimes piece about him published.
Again, I see some of his stuff and giggle, I see some of it and like it, and I see some of it and think... Ehhh not for me. But I have a feeling that he has the chance to blow up, and with the art scene in NYC, and especially the way he's been trying to connect a lot of artists and get them publicity, I see people really liking what he does.
Who knows, but I'd keep an eye on him.
Flame away if you wish!
So I'll get bashed for this, but I have seen some of the behind the scenes plans so I feel like I could be right.
Hanksy
I know, Fuck me and his corny art, right?
Here's the thing, the guy has a good niche, and has a fairly strong following on IG -- 16K-17K depending on when you look. For comparison sake, Swoon is at 22K. Beyond this, he has been working on several projects that could potentially launch him into a larger audience based on his "My art is topical, not serious." mindset. This includes opportunities at Webisodes and even potential TV opportunities. He also has put together a sick show -- Surplus Candy, and is planning to do more of that type of organization in the near future.
Beyond all of that, I bought an original of his back in the summer (42 inch x 32 inch Ferrell Cats) for around $1,700 and just recently when he was being shown at the Katz Deli gallery, he had a smaller less complex piece than that sell for over $5,000... This was before he even had the NYTimes piece about him published.
Again, I see some of his stuff and giggle, I see some of it and like it, and I see some of it and think... Ehhh not for me. But I have a feeling that he has the chance to blow up, and with the art scene in NYC, and especially the way he's been trying to connect a lot of artists and get them publicity, I see people really liking what he does.
Who knows, but I'd keep an eye on him.
Flame away if you wish!
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Who is the next big thing?, by Coach on Mar 28, 2014 19:42:16 GMT 1, Yeah, I know these posts appear like once a month and I can't be bothered to find the old ones. But who do you believe is the new next big thing?ย And when I say the next big thing I'm talking about who will be in big demand and have his or her prices rise. It may not be the best way of measuring it, but it's something we can actually see. Also lets keep it to the "bigger" artists. Compared to the contemporary art world, most of the artist talked about here are small fish in in the contemporary world I have a few in mind but will start with Swoon. Her big museum quality pieces aren't that expensive today especially for an artist that's going to have a big solo show at the Brooklyn museum. One problem I can see with her is that she doesn't have any gallery representation at the moment, but after the museum show I'm sure she will be picked up by someone she feels can bring her to the next level. One thing I've heard a lot of people say about her is that they are not the biggest fans of her art but they all think they should buy something. I've heard that Moma bought something by her anyone know if Moma used their own money or if it was donated? It makes a huge difference.ย I already know about Outis and Bambi so please don't mention them here.
Tbh, I would say that swoon is already a "big" artist (for want of a better word/phrase). Her originals sell for serious money. I think her prints sell out. Has been on this scene for many years and has lots of respect.
Yeah, I know these posts appear like once a month and I can't be bothered to find the old ones. But who do you believe is the new next big thing?ย And when I say the next big thing I'm talking about who will be in big demand and have his or her prices rise. It may not be the best way of measuring it, but it's something we can actually see. Also lets keep it to the "bigger" artists. Compared to the contemporary art world, most of the artist talked about here are small fish in in the contemporary world I have a few in mind but will start with Swoon. Her big museum quality pieces aren't that expensive today especially for an artist that's going to have a big solo show at the Brooklyn museum. One problem I can see with her is that she doesn't have any gallery representation at the moment, but after the museum show I'm sure she will be picked up by someone she feels can bring her to the next level. One thing I've heard a lot of people say about her is that they are not the biggest fans of her art but they all think they should buy something. I've heard that Moma bought something by her anyone know if Moma used their own money or if it was donated? It makes a huge difference.ย I already know about Outis and Bambi so please don't mention them here. Tbh, I would say that swoon is already a "big" artist (for want of a better word/phrase). Her originals sell for serious money. I think her prints sell out. Has been on this scene for many years and has lots of respect.
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Who is the next big thing?, by 11 on Mar 28, 2014 19:43:30 GMT 1, I'm looking forward to seeing the body of work Jason Seife is about to unveil for his Debut solo show at the Outsiders - hoping i can maybe add one more original before I can't afford him
I'm looking forward to seeing the body of work Jason Seife is about to unveil for his Debut solo show at the Outsiders - hoping i can maybe add one more original before I can't afford him
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johnnyh
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Who is the next big thing?, by johnnyh on Mar 28, 2014 19:43:57 GMT 1, Agree on Swoon she seems also with her charity type work to recieve big media type coverage as well as becoming very well connected.
Think the future for RAE is also bright. As well as a good progression that can be seen in his work he also has the Brooklyn Nite infrastructure to support and help him develop. Will he jump to the next level. It will be very interesting what he does this year with his show and how it develops and who he attracts. He is someway off being big but he hits the right buttons as it were.
Connor Harrington I think has also been in the game for a long while doing great work. His work also seems to have crossed into and been recieved by the contemporary market.
It is the contemporary market which really has the money so the next big guys are the ones that are accepted by the contemporary market and the big buyers/collectors in value terms. As it is the big auction houses and their estimates that influences the market considerably.
what happens with Ludo will be very interesting and if his prices continue to jump
Agree on Swoon she seems also with her charity type work to recieve big media type coverage as well as becoming very well connected.
Think the future for RAE is also bright. As well as a good progression that can be seen in his work he also has the Brooklyn Nite infrastructure to support and help him develop. Will he jump to the next level. It will be very interesting what he does this year with his show and how it develops and who he attracts. He is someway off being big but he hits the right buttons as it were.
Connor Harrington I think has also been in the game for a long while doing great work. His work also seems to have crossed into and been recieved by the contemporary market.
It is the contemporary market which really has the money so the next big guys are the ones that are accepted by the contemporary market and the big buyers/collectors in value terms. As it is the big auction houses and their estimates that influences the market considerably.
what happens with Ludo will be very interesting and if his prices continue to jump
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Who is the next big thing?, by bullysonzx10r on Mar 28, 2014 19:45:38 GMT 1, Yeah, I know these posts appear like once a month and I can't be bothered to find the old ones. But who do you believe is the new next big thing? And when I say the next big thing I'm talking about who will be in big demand and have his or her prices rise. It may not be the best way of measuring it, but it's something we can actually see. Also lets keep it to the "bigger" artists. Compared to the contemporary art world, most of the artist talked about here are small fish in in the contemporary world I have a few in mind but will start with Swoon. Her big museum quality pieces aren't that expensive today especially for an artist that's going to have a big solo show at the Brooklyn museum. One problem I can see with her is that she doesn't have any gallery representation at the moment, but after the museum show I'm sure she will be picked up by someone she feels can bring her to the next level. One thing I've heard a lot of people say about her is that they are not the biggest fans of her art but they all think they should buy something. I've heard that Moma bought something by her anyone know if Moma used their own money or if it was donated? It makes a huge difference. I already know about Outis and Bambi so please don't mention them here. Tbh, I would say that swoon is already a "big" artist (for want of a better word/phrase). Her originals sell for serious money. I think her prints sell out. Has been on this scene for many years and has lots of respect. THIS/\/\/\/\/\/\/\
I recently inquired about a Swoon Kamayura print, with hand finishes, and it was $8,500. a 30in x 21in piece... That's some serious cash for a screen print with hand finishing.
Yeah, I know these posts appear like once a month and I can't be bothered to find the old ones. But who do you believe is the new next big thing? And when I say the next big thing I'm talking about who will be in big demand and have his or her prices rise. It may not be the best way of measuring it, but it's something we can actually see. Also lets keep it to the "bigger" artists. Compared to the contemporary art world, most of the artist talked about here are small fish in in the contemporary world I have a few in mind but will start with Swoon. Her big museum quality pieces aren't that expensive today especially for an artist that's going to have a big solo show at the Brooklyn museum. One problem I can see with her is that she doesn't have any gallery representation at the moment, but after the museum show I'm sure she will be picked up by someone she feels can bring her to the next level. One thing I've heard a lot of people say about her is that they are not the biggest fans of her art but they all think they should buy something. I've heard that Moma bought something by her anyone know if Moma used their own money or if it was donated? It makes a huge difference. I already know about Outis and Bambi so please don't mention them here. Tbh, I would say that swoon is already a "big" artist (for want of a better word/phrase). Her originals sell for serious money. I think her prints sell out. Has been on this scene for many years and has lots of respect. THIS/\/\/\/\/\/\/\ I recently inquired about a Swoon Kamayura print, with hand finishes, and it was $8,500. a 30in x 21in piece... That's some serious cash for a screen print with hand finishing.
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Gard
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Who is the next big thing?, by Gard on Mar 28, 2014 19:51:43 GMT 1, I can see your point bullysonzx10r he has a lot of the things you look for in an artists, but I personally think he put a roof on his career when he made his artist name Hanksy. I've seen that he is putting on shows with other artists and to me it looks a bit like he's doing kind of the thing Pure Evil is doing in London. He's getting people together and being a great guy. Can you post some pictures of good Hanksy pieces?
I can see your point bullysonzx10r he has a lot of the things you look for in an artists, but I personally think he put a roof on his career when he made his artist name Hanksy. I've seen that he is putting on shows with other artists and to me it looks a bit like he's doing kind of the thing Pure Evil is doing in London. He's getting people together and being a great guy. Can you post some pictures of good Hanksy pieces?
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Manty
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Who is the next big thing?, by Manty on Mar 28, 2014 19:56:43 GMT 1, Tbh, I would say that swoon is already a "big" artist (for want of a better word/phrase). Her originals sell for serious money. I think her prints sell out. Has been on this scene for many years and has lots of respect. THIS/\/\/\/\/\/\/\ I recently inquired about a Swoon Kamayura print, with hand finishes, and it was $8,500. a 30in x 21in piece... That's some serious cash for a screen print with hand finishing. people used to say Faile and swoon.
Faile are with some posh gallery thing (can't remember the name) and swoon has always done well doing her thing.
Neither have matured yet, and seem to have ebbed and flowed over the last 6 years. Contemporary art wise, I still don't 'get' the market, which is handy as i have no money
Tbh, I would say that swoon is already a "big" artist (for want of a better word/phrase). Her originals sell for serious money. I think her prints sell out. Has been on this scene for many years and has lots of respect. THIS/\/\/\/\/\/\/\ I recently inquired about a Swoon Kamayura print, with hand finishes, and it was $8,500. a 30in x 21in piece... That's some serious cash for a screen print with hand finishing. people used to say Faile and swoon. Faile are with some posh gallery thing (can't remember the name) and swoon has always done well doing her thing. Neither have matured yet, and seem to have ebbed and flowed over the last 6 years. Contemporary art wise, I still don't 'get' the market, which is handy as i have no money
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Icesay
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Who is the next big thing?, by Icesay on Mar 28, 2014 19:58:03 GMT 1, Im really loving Dot Dot Dot Recently recieved a canvas from . . . and i have never enjoyed looking at a piece of art in all my life everytime i look at it i find myself loving it more everytime Think the detail that this guy delivers is exceptional and imense And hes a top man with a big heart so for me . . . = winner winner For me hes my favouite artist and i believe he has a Massive future
Yep would second that. Only got a couple of prints...cant quite put my finger on it but something a bit special about Dots work.
Im really loving Dot Dot Dot Recently recieved a canvas from . . . and i have never enjoyed looking at a piece of art in all my life everytime i look at it i find myself loving it more everytime Think the detail that this guy delivers is exceptional and imense And hes a top man with a big heart so for me . . . = winner winner For me hes my favouite artist and i believe he has a Massive future Yep would second that. Only got a couple of prints...cant quite put my finger on it but something a bit special about Dots work.
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Manty
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Who is the next big thing?, by Manty on Mar 28, 2014 20:00:13 GMT 1, oooh, i forgot to do what was asked
Dale Marshall gets my vote.
oooh, i forgot to do what was asked
Dale Marshall gets my vote.
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Who is the next big thing?, by bullysonzx10r on Mar 28, 2014 20:07:32 GMT 1, I can see your point bullysonzx10r he has a lot of the things you look for in an artists, but I personally think he put a roof on his career when he made his artist name Hanksy. I've seen that he is putting on shows with other artists and to me it looks a bit like he's doing kind of the thing Pure Evil is doing in London. He's getting people together and being a great guy. Can you post some pictures of good Hanksy pieces? I think you're right about putting a roof on his career with naming himself "Hanksy" -- But who knows.
I don't want to slam this thread with a bunch of pics, so here is an Imgur link: imgur.com/a/DeVvz#0
Again, his work isn't for everyone, but some of it makes me chuckle, and some of it is pretty solid. Plus the guy doesn't take himself too seriously, and has been featured in a lot of media, so there is a chance...
I can see your point bullysonzx10r he has a lot of the things you look for in an artists, but I personally think he put a roof on his career when he made his artist name Hanksy. I've seen that he is putting on shows with other artists and to me it looks a bit like he's doing kind of the thing Pure Evil is doing in London. He's getting people together and being a great guy. Can you post some pictures of good Hanksy pieces? I think you're right about putting a roof on his career with naming himself "Hanksy" -- But who knows. I don't want to slam this thread with a bunch of pics, so here is an Imgur link: imgur.com/a/DeVvz#0Again, his work isn't for everyone, but some of it makes me chuckle, and some of it is pretty solid. Plus the guy doesn't take himself too seriously, and has been featured in a lot of media, so there is a chance...
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Who is the next big thing?, by Deleted on Mar 28, 2014 20:07:36 GMT 1, Conor harrington for me, def bridges the gap of contemporary and his works jaw dropping
Conor harrington for me, def bridges the gap of contemporary and his works jaw dropping
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Who is the next big thing?, by Fะฏ on Mar 28, 2014 20:09:43 GMT 1, You will find the answer is whoever is in that persons collection. Please find the old threads and stop asking this stupid question.
You will find the answer is whoever is in that persons collection. Please find the old threads and stop asking this stupid question.
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Who is the next big thing?, by Petrusino on Mar 28, 2014 20:10:08 GMT 1, Right now, if I were to invest in some "new" street artists definitely I would invest in these four names:
LUDO; Borondo; Agostino Iacurci; ETAM CRU.
I see a prosperous future and a career on the rise for them.
Right now, if I were to invest in some "new" street artists definitely I would invest in these four names:
LUDO; Borondo; Agostino Iacurci; ETAM CRU.
I see a prosperous future and a career on the rise for them.
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Who is the next big thing?, by Deleted on Mar 28, 2014 20:13:32 GMT 1, You will find the answer is whoever is in that persons collection. Please find the old threads and stop asking this stupid question.
Hopefully not and people will give a straight answer, i have a harrington print but would love an original i would also say borondo and i dont have any....yet(fingers crossed)
You will find the answer is whoever is in that persons collection. Please find the old threads and stop asking this stupid question. Hopefully not and people will give a straight answer, i have a harrington print but would love an original i would also say borondo and i dont have any....yet(fingers crossed)
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Who is the next big thing?, by yoyosh on Mar 28, 2014 20:16:59 GMT 1, I'm not sure Swoon isn't already up there. I'm obviously driving the bandwagon for Hebru Brantley, I think he's brilliant
I'm not sure Swoon isn't already up there. I'm obviously driving the bandwagon for Hebru Brantley, I think he's brilliant
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johnnyh
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Who is the next big thing?, by johnnyh on Mar 28, 2014 20:21:21 GMT 1, You will find the answer is whoever is in that persons collection. Please find the old threads and stop asking this stupid question. Your such a moron!! Previous threads surely reflect what people thought then rather than now. Think what is said here will have no effect on the next big thing. Might sell a couple of prints but that's a long way from changing the big art world. So think people's collections are not what is being spoken about or discussed. Think it's a valuable and interesting thread as opposed to flogging a show or a print.
Connor Harrington for example is not in my collection. I have one really early Ludo but have been shocked by his rise in prices as I have said on previous threads.
RAE I have said but also think he has a long way to go. He is pretty cheap in the real world as are most of the street artists in terms of the bigger art market.
You will find the answer is whoever is in that persons collection. Please find the old threads and stop asking this stupid question. Your such a moron!! Previous threads surely reflect what people thought then rather than now. Think what is said here will have no effect on the next big thing. Might sell a couple of prints but that's a long way from changing the big art world. So think people's collections are not what is being spoken about or discussed. Think it's a valuable and interesting thread as opposed to flogging a show or a print. Connor Harrington for example is not in my collection. I have one really early Ludo but have been shocked by his rise in prices as I have said on previous threads. RAE I have said but also think he has a long way to go. He is pretty cheap in the real world as are most of the street artists in terms of the bigger art market.
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Who is the next big thing?, by Chrisp on Mar 28, 2014 20:44:21 GMT 1, It's so hard to say 'who is the next big thing'. Sometimes originality, skill, perception, concept ect ect have nothing to do with the next big thing. Take Outis & Graffiti Prints for example and the power of this forum from time to time, why did you ask? I own no work by these people bit I still think Phlegm has a lot to give(sold what I did have), Sainer, slightly different level to the others from Etam imo although Natalia Rak is pretty smokey. is she part of Etam or just painting with them from time to time, I know they studied together. Belin, trying to get hands on a commision at the moment love his work in more traditional methods and his spray paint work. I think from the above you get my opinions of what I like not what I think is the next best thing, which is what I am not looking for
It's so hard to say 'who is the next big thing'. Sometimes originality, skill, perception, concept ect ect have nothing to do with the next big thing. Take Outis & Graffiti Prints for example and the power of this forum from time to time, why did you ask? I own no work by these people bit I still think Phlegm has a lot to give(sold what I did have), Sainer, slightly different level to the others from Etam imo although Natalia Rak is pretty smokey. is she part of Etam or just painting with them from time to time, I know they studied together. Belin, trying to get hands on a commision at the moment love his work in more traditional methods and his spray paint work. I think from the above you get my opinions of what I like not what I think is the next best thing, which is what I am not looking for
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Who is the next big thing?, by bjornca on Mar 28, 2014 20:53:15 GMT 1, I'm looking forward to seeing the body of work Jason Seife is about to unveil for his Debut solo show at the Outsiders - hoping i can maybe add one more original before I can't afford him Agreed - saw a picture of him with two large pieces posted on their Instagram (don't have access to currently link). Although, this doesn't quite fit the "bigger" artist criteria. I would presume Conor Harrington should already be considered big, considering his piece in the MTV redefine catalog is estimated at $75-100k.
And in the larger market, seems like we already missed out on Lucien Smith, Oscar Murillo or David Ostrowski...
I'm looking forward to seeing the body of work Jason Seife is about to unveil for his Debut solo show at the Outsiders - hoping i can maybe add one more original before I can't afford him Agreed - saw a picture of him with two large pieces posted on their Instagram (don't have access to currently link). Although, this doesn't quite fit the "bigger" artist criteria. I would presume Conor Harrington should already be considered big, considering his piece in the MTV redefine catalog is estimated at $75-100k. And in the larger market, seems like we already missed out on Lucien Smith, Oscar Murillo or David Ostrowski...
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dreadnatty
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Who is the next big thing?, by dreadnatty on Mar 28, 2014 21:00:24 GMT 1, Gonna say Borondo and Chloe Early.....was thinking Harrington but feel like he is already a 'big thing'
(edit: i own neither of them, though I wish i did)
Gonna say Borondo and Chloe Early.....was thinking Harrington but feel like he is already a 'big thing'
(edit: i own neither of them, though I wish i did)
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Who is the next big thing?, by Chrisp on Mar 28, 2014 21:21:26 GMT 1, I would love to be one of those people that dies and my granchildren go to the antiques roadshow and the person says your grandfather had good taste.
I would love to be one of those people that dies and my granchildren go to the antiques roadshow and the person says your grandfather had good taste.
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monsoonking
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Who is the next big thing?, by monsoonking on Mar 28, 2014 21:44:32 GMT 1, Might help to define "Next Big Thing" as someone who's work will sell for $100k+ at auction.
This is always somewhat random, but you can try to find patterns in what's doing well in mainstream contemporary. Dreamy abstract by guys like Mark Flood. Tortured abstracts (often with textual elements) by guys like Joe Bradley or Oscar Murillo. Sort of conceptual abstracts by guys like Lucien Smith or Dan Colen.
I think it's going to be tough going for artists like Ludo, Connor Harrington, and Swoon. Ludo's work strikes me as too obvious and low-brow to be accepted in most fine-art circles. I love work by guys like Harrington, Chloe Early, and Ian Francis, but there's really not much work like that that breaks into the upper strata. I could see Swoon slipping through, perhaps in a similar ways that Margaret Killgallen did; sort of sincere, community connected, outsider work that's more refined than the typical "outsider artist" work. I almost feel like that sincerity will be limiting though. I don't think the typical billionaire art collector or their advisers will connect with it.
Might help to define "Next Big Thing" as someone who's work will sell for $100k+ at auction.
This is always somewhat random, but you can try to find patterns in what's doing well in mainstream contemporary. Dreamy abstract by guys like Mark Flood. Tortured abstracts (often with textual elements) by guys like Joe Bradley or Oscar Murillo. Sort of conceptual abstracts by guys like Lucien Smith or Dan Colen.
I think it's going to be tough going for artists like Ludo, Connor Harrington, and Swoon. Ludo's work strikes me as too obvious and low-brow to be accepted in most fine-art circles. I love work by guys like Harrington, Chloe Early, and Ian Francis, but there's really not much work like that that breaks into the upper strata. I could see Swoon slipping through, perhaps in a similar ways that Margaret Killgallen did; sort of sincere, community connected, outsider work that's more refined than the typical "outsider artist" work. I almost feel like that sincerity will be limiting though. I don't think the typical billionaire art collector or their advisers will connect with it.
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Who is the next big thing?, by nandaman on Mar 28, 2014 22:24:40 GMT 1, I agree with Borondo. Ludo is okay, but I think a very niche market - too much so to "make it big". I think Connor Harrington is already pretty big - his originals are $$$.
I think Miss Bugs is about to blow up - the resin pieces they are doing are *amazing*. Wish I could get one. I think Craniot does pretty cool work. I still think DalEast and Faith47 are an art "power couple" to watch.
I also like the stencil work of Snik - just super talented stuff. (look at his process stencils - just amazing detail). I enjoy Otto Schade - but, like Ludo, I think he's too niche. FinDAC does some mighty fine, and affordable, work as well.
I agree with Borondo. Ludo is okay, but I think a very niche market - too much so to "make it big". I think Connor Harrington is already pretty big - his originals are $$$.
I think Miss Bugs is about to blow up - the resin pieces they are doing are *amazing*. Wish I could get one. I think Craniot does pretty cool work. I still think DalEast and Faith47 are an art "power couple" to watch.
I also like the stencil work of Snik - just super talented stuff. (look at his process stencils - just amazing detail). I enjoy Otto Schade - but, like Ludo, I think he's too niche. FinDAC does some mighty fine, and affordable, work as well.
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Who is the next big thing?, by Deleted on Mar 28, 2014 22:32:00 GMT 1, Very biased as I do have several pieces of his but I think Jason Seife has the potential to be 'big'.
Very biased as I do have several pieces of his but I think Jason Seife has the potential to be 'big'.
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Who is the next big thing?, by delano on Mar 28, 2014 22:32:50 GMT 1, Absolutely agree with Borondo. Next level.
Ludo - possible. Got some heavyweight collectors behind him & his giant sculpture has just sold in NYC. Be interesting to see how his Laz show goes in the autumn.
If Dal gets back on track, he certainly has the potential. Just needs to be able to bring his wall skills to canvas with more consistency.
Absolutely agree with Borondo. Next level.
Ludo - possible. Got some heavyweight collectors behind him & his giant sculpture has just sold in NYC. Be interesting to see how his Laz show goes in the autumn.
If Dal gets back on track, he certainly has the potential. Just needs to be able to bring his wall skills to canvas with more consistency.
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Dice
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Who is the next big thing?, by Dice on Mar 28, 2014 22:38:53 GMT 1, Following street art news on IG, some of the borondo pieces are incredible.
I don't know if it's just me but there seems to be a hell of lot more quality pieces going up by artists from all over the world than there ever has been before. Loving it all at the moment.
Following street art news on IG, some of the borondo pieces are incredible.
I don't know if it's just me but there seems to be a hell of lot more quality pieces going up by artists from all over the world than there ever has been before. Loving it all at the moment.
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Who is the next big thing?, by Chrisp on Mar 28, 2014 22:49:21 GMT 1, My girlfriend is a teacher and she has said in the past that her pupils could paint like that, regarding some of the work I own. My response is could they paint that on a 4 storey building once a month? These are the artists that are kicking it for me right now. Ignore Shep, Faile and the like and their helpers I want to see this all the time.
My girlfriend is a teacher and she has said in the past that her pupils could paint like that, regarding some of the work I own. My response is could they paint that on a 4 storey building once a month? These are the artists that are kicking it for me right now. Ignore Shep, Faile and the like and their helpers I want to see this all the time.
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stvro22
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Who is the next big thing?, by stvro22 on Mar 28, 2014 22:56:15 GMT 1, I'm on board with RAE too. His work just keeps getting better. Really looking forward to this Africa project I keep hearing whispers about.
I'm on board with RAE too. His work just keeps getting better. Really looking forward to this Africa project I keep hearing whispers about.
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Manty
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Who is the next big thing?, by Manty on Mar 28, 2014 23:03:22 GMT 1, I'm on board with RAE too. His work just keeps getting better. Really looking forward to this Africa project I keep hearing whispers about. I dunno. he looks like he enjoys what he does. Pretty prolific with his street work, and its all fun stuff, and enjoyable. does nice arty bits and sculptures. As to making it, what does that mean?
I think he has made it already, his stuff sells at source, but I can't really see it being sold at auction for mega bucks.
Or am i wrong yet again
edit= hope i am wrong as i have one of his best bits in my cellar :-)
I'm on board with RAE too. His work just keeps getting better. Really looking forward to this Africa project I keep hearing whispers about. I dunno. he looks like he enjoys what he does. Pretty prolific with his street work, and its all fun stuff, and enjoyable. does nice arty bits and sculptures. As to making it, what does that mean? I think he has made it already, his stuff sells at source, but I can't really see it being sold at auction for mega bucks. Or am i wrong yet again edit= hope i am wrong as i have one of his best bits in my cellar :-)
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