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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by SW20 on Feb 12, 2015 14:11:30 GMT 1, Popping down tonight before Micallef. Hoping to see what Dran has been upto and really looking forward to it
Popping down tonight before Micallef. Hoping to see what Dran has been upto and really looking forward to it
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by Petrusino on Feb 12, 2015 14:54:54 GMT 1, I love this! the way it is painted is fantastic! is not just a painting it's a story! thanks for sharing
I love this! the way it is painted is fantastic! is not just a painting it's a story! thanks for sharing |
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by chads007 on Feb 12, 2015 15:29:59 GMT 1, 
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by Deleted on Feb 12, 2015 15:53:14 GMT 1, Hahaha, loving that tree.. 
The only difference being where it's shown.
Most of Dran's work wouldn't look out of place in Charlie Hebdo magazine - a single smirk produced looking at a cartoon in a disposable paper. Here today, gone tomorrow.
Hahaha, loving that tree.. It is funny, but is Dran's work no different to what a cartoonist produces? The only difference being where it's shown. Most of Dran's work wouldn't look out of place in Charlie Hebdo magazine - a single smirk produced looking at a cartoon in a disposable paper. Here today, gone tomorrow. |
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by maxf on Feb 12, 2015 16:08:47 GMT 1, Hahaha, loving that tree.. It is funny, but is Dran's work no different to what a cartoonist produces? The only difference being where it's shown. Most of Dran's work wouldn't look out of place in Charlie Hebdo magazine - a single smirk produced looking at a cartoon in a disposable paper. Here today, gone tomorrow.
I think there is generally a lot more expression and commentary than the typical cartoon. But I find it hard to totally disagree with you. I really like his work - both the aesthetics, the humour and the commentary.
Dran's work isn't 'fine art' - but then nor is Banksy or 95% of what we look at on here
Also, let's not degrade cartoons. They're a perfectly valid art form - I've spent thousands on comics too, purely for the art.
Hahaha, loving that tree.. It is funny, but is Dran's work no different to what a cartoonist produces? The only difference being where it's shown. Most of Dran's work wouldn't look out of place in Charlie Hebdo magazine - a single smirk produced looking at a cartoon in a disposable paper. Here today, gone tomorrow. I think there is generally a lot more expression and commentary than the typical cartoon. But I find it hard to totally disagree with you. I really like his work - both the aesthetics, the humour and the commentary. Dran's work isn't 'fine art' - but then nor is Banksy or 95% of what we look at on here Also, let's not degrade cartoons. They're a perfectly valid art form - I've spent thousands on comics too, purely for the art. |
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by Deleted on Feb 12, 2015 16:21:39 GMT 1, It is funny, but is Dran's work no different to what a cartoonist produces? The only difference being where it's shown. Most of Dran's work wouldn't look out of place in Charlie Hebdo magazine - a single smirk produced looking at a cartoon in a disposable paper. Here today, gone tomorrow. I think there is generally a lot more expression and commentary than the typical cartoon. But I find it hard to totally disagree with you. I really like his work - both the aesthetics, the humour and the commentary. Dran's work isn't 'fine art' - but then nor is Banksy or 95% of what we look at on here Also, let's not degrade cartoons. They're a perfectly valid art form - I've spent thousands on comics too, purely for the art.
I also had the wonderful opportunity of attending a Cartoon School in London ( on the Enterprise Allowance Scheme in the late 80's, thanks tax payers! ) and had the pleasure of being tutored by some great cartoonists/script writers.
One of which was the ageing Anarchist, Donald Rooum.
It is funny, but is Dran's work no different to what a cartoonist produces? The only difference being where it's shown. Most of Dran's work wouldn't look out of place in Charlie Hebdo magazine - a single smirk produced looking at a cartoon in a disposable paper. Here today, gone tomorrow. I think there is generally a lot more expression and commentary than the typical cartoon. But I find it hard to totally disagree with you. I really like his work - both the aesthetics, the humour and the commentary. Dran's work isn't 'fine art' - but then nor is Banksy or 95% of what we look at on here Also, let's not degrade cartoons. They're a perfectly valid art form - I've spent thousands on comics too, purely for the art. I wasn't looking to degrade cartoons, far from it. I think they are a fantastic medium, and are not taken as seriously as they should be. I've got a few original bits of comic strip art on my walls, and did my thesis on Judge Dredd. I also had the wonderful opportunity of attending a Cartoon School in London ( on the Enterprise Allowance Scheme in the late 80's, thanks tax payers! ) and had the pleasure of being tutored by some great cartoonists/script writers. One of which was the ageing Anarchist, Donald Rooum. |
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by Lroy on Feb 12, 2015 16:27:48 GMT 1, The support is awesome !
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by Shoot Again on Feb 12, 2015 16:28:03 GMT 1, I think there is generally a lot more expression and commentary than the typical cartoon. But I find it hard to totally disagree with you. I really like his work - both the aesthetics, the humour and the commentary. Dran's work isn't 'fine art' - but then nor is Banksy or 95% of what we look at on here Also, let's not degrade cartoons. They're a perfectly valid art form - I've spent thousands on comics too, purely for the art. I wasn't looking to degrade cartoons, far from it. I think they are a fantastic medium, and are not taken as seriously as they should be. I've got a few original bits of comic strip art on my walls, and did my thesis on Judge Dredd. I also had the wonderful opportunity of attending a Cartoon School in London ( on the Enterprise Allowance Scheme in the late 80's, thanks tax payers! ) and had the pleasure of being tutored by some great cartoonists/script writers. One of which was the ageing Anarchist, Donald Rooum.
I think there is generally a lot more expression and commentary than the typical cartoon. But I find it hard to totally disagree with you. I really like his work - both the aesthetics, the humour and the commentary. Dran's work isn't 'fine art' - but then nor is Banksy or 95% of what we look at on here Also, let's not degrade cartoons. They're a perfectly valid art form - I've spent thousands on comics too, purely for the art. I wasn't looking to degrade cartoons, far from it. I think they are a fantastic medium, and are not taken as seriously as they should be. I've got a few original bits of comic strip art on my walls, and did my thesis on Judge Dredd. I also had the wonderful opportunity of attending a Cartoon School in London ( on the Enterprise Allowance Scheme in the late 80's, thanks tax payers! ) and had the pleasure of being tutored by some great cartoonists/script writers. One of which was the ageing Anarchist, Donald Rooum. (...) "thanks taxpayers" ! Got to love this ;-) |
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by Deleted on Feb 12, 2015 16:38:41 GMT 1, (...) "thanks taxpayers" ! Got to love this ;-)
You could sign-on ( receive unemployment benefit ) and be in a band, or do other creative things. And get your rent paid without question.
Think about this kids: I got unemployment benefit and my rent paid inbetween academic years at Bristol Polytechnic. Think on that students of today when you pay your fees and apply for your loan!
My comment was a nod to the prevailing attitude today that doesn't like the thought of anybody getting something for nothing.
(...) "thanks taxpayers" ! Got to love this ;-) I'm of an age/generation where we could take advantage of state subsidies. You could sign-on ( receive unemployment benefit ) and be in a band, or do other creative things. And get your rent paid without question. Think about this kids: I got unemployment benefit and my rent paid inbetween academic years at Bristol Polytechnic. Think on that students of today when you pay your fees and apply for your loan! My comment was a nod to the prevailing attitude today that doesn't like the thought of anybody getting something for nothing. |
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by Lroy on Feb 12, 2015 16:38:43 GMT 1, POW should edits a book after the exhibition.
Dran likes books too.
Singed of course.
POW should edits a book after the exhibition.
Dran likes books too.
Singed of course.
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by Dibbs 45 on Feb 12, 2015 17:22:22 GMT 1, The shows definitely progressing now, shame I can't get down there for the rest of the show.
The shows definitely progressing now, shame I can't get down there for the rest of the show.
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by Deleted on Feb 12, 2015 17:22:20 GMT 1, I also like Dran's style a lot because it reminds me of the nastier Queen Vic parts of Banksy - the kind that you can't look away from for the right and wrong reasons. Might also be why I don't own any Dran, since the ones I like I'd have to get rid of in the event of relationship, or are too pricey for me. A bit like these you mean ? ;-)  
Like these fellas:
I also like Dran's style a lot because it reminds me of the nastier Queen Vic parts of Banksy - the kind that you can't look away from for the right and wrong reasons. Might also be why I don't own any Dran, since the ones I like I'd have to get rid of in the event of relationship, or are too pricey for me. A bit like these you mean ? ;-) Exactly. Love the beautifully/satirically bleak ones. Like these fellas: |
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by Shoot Again on Feb 12, 2015 17:31:59 GMT 1, (...) "thanks taxpayers" ! Got to love this ;-) I'm of an age/generation where we could take advantage of state subsidies. You could sign-on ( receive unemployment benefit ) and be in a band, or do other creative things. And get your rent paid without question. Think about this kids: I got unemployment benefit and my rent paid inbetween academic years at Bristol Polytechnic. Think on that students of today when you pay your fees and apply for your loan! My comment was a nod to the prevailing attitude today that doesn't like the thought of anybody getting something for nothing.
You seem to prefer getting freebies from artists rather than paying for their art and them making some money and therefore being able to support themselves (rather than "taking advantage of state subsidies" as well ! )
You're right, money is bad, always ;-)
(...) "thanks taxpayers" ! Got to love this ;-) I'm of an age/generation where we could take advantage of state subsidies. You could sign-on ( receive unemployment benefit ) and be in a band, or do other creative things. And get your rent paid without question. Think about this kids: I got unemployment benefit and my rent paid inbetween academic years at Bristol Polytechnic. Think on that students of today when you pay your fees and apply for your loan! My comment was a nod to the prevailing attitude today that doesn't like the thought of anybody getting something for nothing. (...) "take advantage"... I love your choice of words ;-) You seem to prefer getting freebies from artists rather than paying for their art and them making some money and therefore being able to support themselves (rather than "taking advantage of state subsidies" as well ! ) You're right, money is bad, always ;-) |
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by Deleted on Feb 12, 2015 17:54:55 GMT 1, I'm of an age/generation where we could take advantage of state subsidies. You could sign-on ( receive unemployment benefit ) and be in a band, or do other creative things. And get your rent paid without question. Think about this kids: I got unemployment benefit and my rent paid inbetween academic years at Bristol Polytechnic. Think on that students of today when you pay your fees and apply for your loan! My comment was a nod to the prevailing attitude today that doesn't like the thought of anybody getting something for nothing. (...) "take advantage"... I love your choice of words ;-) You seem to prefer getting freebies from artists rather than paying for their art and them making some money and therefore being able to support themselves (rather than "taking advantage of state subsidies" as well ! ) You're right, money is bad, always ;-)
How did you reach the conclusion that 'You seem to prefer getting freebies from artists rather than paying for their art' ?
If you read it again, I am saying that in my day, potential artists/musicians/creative types ( and dossers ) etc could claim unemployment benefit and have their rent paid for them by the state without having to answer that many questions. As a result, they could focus on their art without being forced into a meaningless sole-destroying job to survive.
Today, it is highly unlikely that people at the start of their creative undertakings can afford to do that. I'm not saying that the art produced today is any less important, it's just that the end result is achieved differently.
I'm of an age/generation where we could take advantage of state subsidies. You could sign-on ( receive unemployment benefit ) and be in a band, or do other creative things. And get your rent paid without question. Think about this kids: I got unemployment benefit and my rent paid inbetween academic years at Bristol Polytechnic. Think on that students of today when you pay your fees and apply for your loan! My comment was a nod to the prevailing attitude today that doesn't like the thought of anybody getting something for nothing. (...) "take advantage"... I love your choice of words ;-) You seem to prefer getting freebies from artists rather than paying for their art and them making some money and therefore being able to support themselves (rather than "taking advantage of state subsidies" as well ! ) You're right, money is bad, always ;-) I think there is a problem with language here mate. How did you reach the conclusion that 'You seem to prefer getting freebies from artists rather than paying for their art' ? If you read it again, I am saying that in my day, potential artists/musicians/creative types ( and dossers ) etc could claim unemployment benefit and have their rent paid for them by the state without having to answer that many questions. As a result, they could focus on their art without being forced into a meaningless sole-destroying job to survive. Today, it is highly unlikely that people at the start of their creative undertakings can afford to do that. I'm not saying that the art produced today is any less important, it's just that the end result is achieved differently. |
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by Shoot Again on Feb 12, 2015 18:28:38 GMT 1, (...) "take advantage"... I love your choice of words ;-) You seem to prefer getting freebies from artists rather than paying for their art and them making some money and therefore being able to support themselves (rather than "taking advantage of state subsidies" as well ! ) You're right, money is bad, always ;-) I think there is a problem with language here mate. How did you reach the conclusion that 'You seem to prefer getting freebies from artists rather than paying for their art' ? If you read it again, I am saying that in my day, potential artists/musicians/creative types ( and dossers ) etc could claim unemployment benefit and have their rent paid for them by the state without having to answer that many questions. As a result, they could focus on their art without being forced into a meaningless sole-destroying job to survive. Today, it is highly unlikely that people at the start of their creative undertakings can afford to do that. I'm not saying that the art produced today is any less important, it's just that the end result is achieved differently.
My point was just that I'm sure artists prefer to make a good living thanks to selling their artworks rather than just living on State support (to which I'm sure you agree) ;-)
(...) "take advantage"... I love your choice of words ;-) You seem to prefer getting freebies from artists rather than paying for their art and them making some money and therefore being able to support themselves (rather than "taking advantage of state subsidies" as well ! ) You're right, money is bad, always ;-) I think there is a problem with language here mate. How did you reach the conclusion that 'You seem to prefer getting freebies from artists rather than paying for their art' ? If you read it again, I am saying that in my day, potential artists/musicians/creative types ( and dossers ) etc could claim unemployment benefit and have their rent paid for them by the state without having to answer that many questions. As a result, they could focus on their art without being forced into a meaningless sole-destroying job to survive. Today, it is highly unlikely that people at the start of their creative undertakings can afford to do that. I'm not saying that the art produced today is any less important, it's just that the end result is achieved differently. My bad then, sorry, please accept my apologies. I mis-understood after reading the following sentence : " My comment was a nod to the prevailing attitude today that doesn't like the thought of anybody getting something for nothing" My point was just that I'm sure artists prefer to make a good living thanks to selling their artworks rather than just living on State support (to which I'm sure you agree) ;-) |
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by Petrusino on Feb 12, 2015 18:59:48 GMT 1, just out of curiosity; the first two works, the woman with laptop and the child with the tuxedo made of snacks envelopes, have been removed??
just out of curiosity; the first two works, the woman with laptop and the child with the tuxedo made of snacks envelopes, have been removed??
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by nacional on Feb 12, 2015 19:12:41 GMT 1, So....if and when these trinkets go for sale what price range do you guys think they will be going for??
So....if and when these trinkets go for sale what price range do you guys think they will be going for??
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by Leroy on Feb 12, 2015 19:26:07 GMT 1, Just popped in about an hour or so ago, love the smell of fresh paint!
Only the one painting that hasn't yet appeared on the POW Instagram feed, it's not finished yet (I'll post pics later unless someone beats me to it)
No sign of the man himself, apparently prefers to paint when there's no one around.
We were all then asked to leave as the Evening Standard were due and had asked to have the place to themselves.
Just popped in about an hour or so ago, love the smell of fresh paint!
Only the one painting that hasn't yet appeared on the POW Instagram feed, it's not finished yet (I'll post pics later unless someone beats me to it)
No sign of the man himself, apparently prefers to paint when there's no one around.
We were all then asked to leave as the Evening Standard were due and had asked to have the place to themselves.
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by Invaded 420 on Feb 12, 2015 19:27:48 GMT 1, Hoping to get my first taste of dran artwork on Tuesday when I head down to London. Must say, I've never been truly taken by his work since I've been collecting (past 4 years) but the show description sent out by pow got me interested and I'm really enjoying watching on here and Instagram on how the show has panned out so far and how the artworks coming along. Really good and exciting. Cant wait to check it out in the flesh
Hoping to get my first taste of dran artwork on Tuesday when I head down to London. Must say, I've never been truly taken by his work since I've been collecting (past 4 years) but the show description sent out by pow got me interested and I'm really enjoying watching on here and Instagram on how the show has panned out so far and how the artworks coming along. Really good and exciting. Cant wait to check it out in the flesh
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by My Name is Frank on Feb 12, 2015 19:44:52 GMT 1, Given his style, if you were a newspaper editor he'd be sacked! There's no artistic merit to his work (not a dig, just the truth, he sketches ideas), it's all about wit and humour(the idea bit). Funny off the cuff reactions to news or things that provoke thought around you, soho must be dull and he clearly had no internet. Dran 3 or 4 vs quippy off the cuff newspaper sketch writers about 17 (I guess that'll be the amount of national newspaper puns created after show opening)and rising! The emperor has no clothes, he may be a nice guy, but this is a pathetic show so far. Not a dig at the man, more a dig at his plan (or lack of). Before you try to get smart, a artistic man against greed as presented earlier only works if all the frames remained blank. This is like witnessing a painful artists block I don't mean to sound insulting. I don't even know you. But I literally find this to be the most laughable thing I have ever read on UAA - your comments about the man's talent (or lack thereof) that is.
Don't ask me to elaborate. I don't feel the need and simply won't. It's just my opinion. Like you are entitled to yours regarding how much Dran sucks. To each their own.
I just wish there were more people like you who felt this way about his work, so there would be more work available to purchase at better prices for those out there who "get it".
I think you may have misunderstood my intention. I do not think Dran sucks. I agree no artistic merit on reflection is incorrect, perhaps no greater skill at illustration than a national newspaper illustrator is more fitting.
Merit aside, I never questionned his talent either. I questionned his reasoning on this concept for the show. He wants his ideas to sprout forth, something on opening night that manifested as a couple of pre-'made images with beer and cheese. Works since include painting a crack in the roof with a bird, a plant that amazingly grows by the day, a cleaner of questions (my question would be what is the point) a tractor with a woman sowing seeds behind, a please don't take pictures etc etc. the long and short is, I believe he is talented, but he is probably by now realising this is not quite working out how he thought it might, as you say though everyone is entitled to their opinion, hope that's cleared things up a little, I respect all artists, I just don't always respect their ideas.
Given his style, if you were a newspaper editor he'd be sacked! There's no artistic merit to his work (not a dig, just the truth, he sketches ideas), it's all about wit and humour(the idea bit). Funny off the cuff reactions to news or things that provoke thought around you, soho must be dull and he clearly had no internet. Dran 3 or 4 vs quippy off the cuff newspaper sketch writers about 17 (I guess that'll be the amount of national newspaper puns created after show opening)and rising! The emperor has no clothes, he may be a nice guy, but this is a pathetic show so far. Not a dig at the man, more a dig at his plan (or lack of). Before you try to get smart, a artistic man against greed as presented earlier only works if all the frames remained blank. This is like witnessing a painful artists block I don't mean to sound insulting. I don't even know you. But I literally find this to be the most laughable thing I have ever read on UAA - your comments about the man's talent (or lack thereof) that is.
Don't ask me to elaborate. I don't feel the need and simply won't. It's just my opinion. Like you are entitled to yours regarding how much Dran sucks. To each their own.
I just wish there were more people like you who felt this way about his work, so there would be more work available to purchase at better prices for those out there who "get it".
I think you may have misunderstood my intention. I do not think Dran sucks. I agree no artistic merit on reflection is incorrect, perhaps no greater skill at illustration than a national newspaper illustrator is more fitting. Merit aside, I never questionned his talent either. I questionned his reasoning on this concept for the show. He wants his ideas to sprout forth, something on opening night that manifested as a couple of pre-'made images with beer and cheese. Works since include painting a crack in the roof with a bird, a plant that amazingly grows by the day, a cleaner of questions (my question would be what is the point) a tractor with a woman sowing seeds behind, a please don't take pictures etc etc. the long and short is, I believe he is talented, but he is probably by now realising this is not quite working out how he thought it might, as you say though everyone is entitled to their opinion, hope that's cleared things up a little, I respect all artists, I just don't always respect their ideas. |
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by Deleted on Feb 12, 2015 19:55:01 GMT 1, I think you may have misunderstood my intention. I do not think Dran sucks. I agree no artistic merit on reflection is incorrect, perhaps no greater skill at illustration than a national newspaper illustrator is more fitting.
I think you may have misunderstood my intention. I do not think Dran sucks. I agree no artistic merit on reflection is incorrect, perhaps no greater skill at illustration than a national newspaper illustrator is more fitting. I've only just seen this collection of posts, and the few sentences above do fit in with a point I made a few posts back. |
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by Petrusino on Feb 12, 2015 20:21:31 GMT 1, I don't mean to sound insulting. I don't even know you. But I literally find this to be the most laughable thing I have ever read on UAA - your comments about the man's talent (or lack thereof) that is.
Don't ask me to elaborate. I don't feel the need and simply won't. It's just my opinion. Like you are entitled to yours regarding how much Dran sucks. To each their own.
I just wish there were more people like you who felt this way about his work, so there would be more work available to purchase at better prices for those out there who "get it".
I think you may have misunderstood my intention. I do not think Dran sucks. I agree no artistic merit on reflection is incorrect, perhaps no greater skill at illustration than a national newspaper illustrator is more fitting. Merit aside, I never questionned his talent either. I questionned his reasoning on this concept for the show. He wants his ideas to sprout forth, something on opening night that manifested as a couple of pre-'made images with beer and cheese. Works since include painting a crack in the roof with a bird, a plant that amazingly grows by the day, a cleaner of questions (my question would be what is the point) a tractor with a woman sowing seeds behind, a please don't take pictures etc etc. the long and short is, I believe he is talented, but he is probably by now realising this is not quite working out how he thought it might, as you say though everyone is entitled to their opinion, hope that's cleared things up a little, I respect all artists, I just don't always respect their ideas.
I don't mean to sound insulting. I don't even know you. But I literally find this to be the most laughable thing I have ever read on UAA - your comments about the man's talent (or lack thereof) that is.
Don't ask me to elaborate. I don't feel the need and simply won't. It's just my opinion. Like you are entitled to yours regarding how much Dran sucks. To each their own.
I just wish there were more people like you who felt this way about his work, so there would be more work available to purchase at better prices for those out there who "get it".
I think you may have misunderstood my intention. I do not think Dran sucks. I agree no artistic merit on reflection is incorrect, perhaps no greater skill at illustration than a national newspaper illustrator is more fitting. Merit aside, I never questionned his talent either. I questionned his reasoning on this concept for the show. He wants his ideas to sprout forth, something on opening night that manifested as a couple of pre-'made images with beer and cheese. Works since include painting a crack in the roof with a bird, a plant that amazingly grows by the day, a cleaner of questions (my question would be what is the point) a tractor with a woman sowing seeds behind, a please don't take pictures etc etc. the long and short is, I believe he is talented, but he is probably by now realising this is not quite working out how he thought it might, as you say though everyone is entitled to their opinion, hope that's cleared things up a little, I respect all artists, I just don't always respect their ideas. Man, I think you're not Robert Hughes to teach us what is artistic and what is not. Have you ever thought maybe Dran draws that way because he wants to draw that way. And it's cool because no one draws like that ... no, sorry, only children draw that way! I would like to draw with the naturalness and the heart of a child. Dran sometimes draws as a problem child, in a dark manner ... sometimes he is solar. look at the passage from his latest exhibition in paris to this one in London. Dran is unique and I think is one of the hottest contemporary artists, especially from an artistic point of view and of content: from the paper to the streets, from the streets to the gallery. regarding the show I think not even Pow knows what Dran has in mind. He is an eclectic artist and does what he pleases .... this is part of the eccentricity of the artist. and for me that's okay. he owes nothing to anyone. About skills at illustration ... look at some Basquiat drawings. |
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by Deleted on Feb 12, 2015 20:30:33 GMT 1, <<snip>> ... look at some Basquiat drawings.
~Attributed to Basquiat.
<<snip>> ... look at some Basquiat drawings. "Believe it or not, I can actually draw." ~Attributed to Basquiat. |
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by gorkie on Feb 12, 2015 20:36:40 GMT 1, I'm just thrilled the guy is alive and out there doing some work again AND for us all to be able to watch it unfold before our very eyes. There are a lot of artists out there who would have no part of doing a show like that. I just really wish I could be there to see this come together. I am so jealous of some of you who get to do that. Seriously you have no idea how much I wish I could check this out. And I'd love a little something from the show, but honestly I don't have any hope of that without being able to be closer to the venue. Really don't mean to sound like a fanboy, but Dran is absolutely one of my top 3 favorite living artists. Those who are posting pictures here and on instagram please keep doing so. I love seeing them. :-)
I'm just thrilled the guy is alive and out there doing some work again AND for us all to be able to watch it unfold before our very eyes. There are a lot of artists out there who would have no part of doing a show like that. I just really wish I could be there to see this come together. I am so jealous of some of you who get to do that. Seriously you have no idea how much I wish I could check this out. And I'd love a little something from the show, but honestly I don't have any hope of that without being able to be closer to the venue. Really don't mean to sound like a fanboy, but Dran is absolutely one of my top 3 favorite living artists. Those who are posting pictures here and on instagram please keep doing so. I love seeing them. :-)
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by Pistol on Feb 12, 2015 20:37:08 GMT 1, My god how dull would life be if we all liked the same things. Just because someone is an artist does not mean they cater for the taste of everyone. Simples!!
My god how dull would life be if we all liked the same things. Just because someone is an artist does not mean they cater for the taste of everyone. Simples!!
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by dashboll on Feb 12, 2015 20:44:40 GMT 1, As a result, they could focus on their art without being forced into a meaningless sole-destroying job to survive.
Must be a barber or some other job on feet all day? 
Edit: c'mon guys, get it? Barbers/sole/soul/wear out shoes. I thought I was being fucking hilarious, but there you go, often told I have a shit sense of humour!
As a result, they could focus on their art without being forced into a meaningless sole-destroying job to survive. Must be a barber or some other job on feet all day? Edit: c'mon guys, get it? Barbers/sole/soul/wear out shoes. I thought I was being fucking hilarious, but there you go, often told I have a shit sense of humour! |
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by My Name is Frank on Feb 12, 2015 22:39:08 GMT 1, I think you may have misunderstood my intention. I do not think Dran sucks. I agree no artistic merit on reflection is incorrect, perhaps no greater skill at illustration than a national newspaper illustrator is more fitting. Merit aside, I never questionned his talent either. I questionned his reasoning on this concept for the show. He wants his ideas to sprout forth, something on opening night that manifested as a couple of pre-'made images with beer and cheese. Works since include painting a crack in the roof with a bird, a plant that amazingly grows by the day, a cleaner of questions (my question would be what is the point) a tractor with a woman sowing seeds behind, a please don't take pictures etc etc. the long and short is, I believe he is talented, but he is probably by now realising this is not quite working out how he thought it might, as you say though everyone is entitled to their opinion, hope that's cleared things up a little, I respect all artists, I just don't always respect their ideas. Man, I think you're not Robert Hughes to teach us what is artistic and what is not. Have you ever thought maybe Dran draws that way because he wants to draw that way. And it's cool because no one draws like that ... no, sorry, only children draw that way! I would like to draw with the naturalness and the heart of a child. Dran sometimes draws as a problem child, in a dark manner ... sometimes he is solar. look at the passage from his latest exhibition in paris to this one in London. Dran is unique and I think is one of the hottest contemporary artists, especially from an artistic point of view and of content: from the paper to the streets, from the streets to the gallery. regarding the show I think not even Pow knows what Dran has in mind. He is an eclectic artist and does what he pleases .... this is part of the eccentricity of the artist. and for me that's okay. he owes nothing to anyone. About skills at illustration ... look at some Basquiat drawings.
I think you may have misunderstood my intention. I do not think Dran sucks. I agree no artistic merit on reflection is incorrect, perhaps no greater skill at illustration than a national newspaper illustrator is more fitting. Merit aside, I never questionned his talent either. I questionned his reasoning on this concept for the show. He wants his ideas to sprout forth, something on opening night that manifested as a couple of pre-'made images with beer and cheese. Works since include painting a crack in the roof with a bird, a plant that amazingly grows by the day, a cleaner of questions (my question would be what is the point) a tractor with a woman sowing seeds behind, a please don't take pictures etc etc. the long and short is, I believe he is talented, but he is probably by now realising this is not quite working out how he thought it might, as you say though everyone is entitled to their opinion, hope that's cleared things up a little, I respect all artists, I just don't always respect their ideas. Man, I think you're not Robert Hughes to teach us what is artistic and what is not. Have you ever thought maybe Dran draws that way because he wants to draw that way. And it's cool because no one draws like that ... no, sorry, only children draw that way! I would like to draw with the naturalness and the heart of a child. Dran sometimes draws as a problem child, in a dark manner ... sometimes he is solar. look at the passage from his latest exhibition in paris to this one in London. Dran is unique and I think is one of the hottest contemporary artists, especially from an artistic point of view and of content: from the paper to the streets, from the streets to the gallery. regarding the show I think not even Pow knows what Dran has in mind. He is an eclectic artist and does what he pleases .... this is part of the eccentricity of the artist. and for me that's okay. he owes nothing to anyone. About skills at illustration ... look at some Basquiat drawings. It seems yet another misunderstanding has taken place, I am trying to say I believe the concept of his show is a flop. I already clarified dran can draw, I disagree there is anything unique about him, but he has his space. basquiat is on a whole different plane, and NOT an illustrator, I'll give up trying to be constructively critical of a talented individual who made a conceptual mistake now, as I'm ruffling feathers, which was not the intention. |
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by Deleted on Feb 12, 2015 22:50:45 GMT 1, personally feel the concept and execution of the show is brilliant, regardless of whether or not you're a fan of Dran's work. I haven't been this tuned into an exhibition since BOTI
personally feel the concept and execution of the show is brilliant, regardless of whether or not you're a fan of Dran's work. I haven't been this tuned into an exhibition since BOTI
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Dran Show • Public Execution, London 2015, by maxf on Feb 12, 2015 22:56:36 GMT 1, When can 99% of us wander around an artist's studio, belonging to a major street artist with a history of both painting on the streets and successful gallery shows? I know I probably won't get that opportunity again.
That's what the show is about for me. Seeing an artist work - seeing some thing with sketch lines one day become a 'canvas' another. It's fascinating.
I was admittedly disappointed to begin with that I couldn't 'buy a piece of wall' or whatever POW said. Now I'm loving the experience of being a fly on the wall in one of my very favourite artists' studio.
When can 99% of us wander around an artist's studio, belonging to a major street artist with a history of both painting on the streets and successful gallery shows? I know I probably won't get that opportunity again.
That's what the show is about for me. Seeing an artist work - seeing some thing with sketch lines one day become a 'canvas' another. It's fascinating.
I was admittedly disappointed to begin with that I couldn't 'buy a piece of wall' or whatever POW said. Now I'm loving the experience of being a fly on the wall in one of my very favourite artists' studio.
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