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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by publicsquare on Apr 24, 2010 1:18:41 GMT 1, One thing I'm curious about though: Why would they have a street-art show in a retail store at the Beverly Drive Mall? Why not a dirty old warehouse downtown; Banksy style? The photos show the work being displayed in what looks like dressing rooms?
I agree. Of course, being an LA native, I HATE Beverly Hills. The show was in what I think must have been an old Anthropologie store a block over from Rodeo Drive. The gallery location and space seemed to scream "commodity packaged for the monied" and looked at odds with the work.
The highlight of the show (for me as well as many of there people I talked to at the show last night) were the watercolors. They were displayed in the dressing rooms the back of the space. I found that standing in a space where one is normally undressing provided just the right feeling of vulnerability and intimacy to view small, delicate works.
I'll try to post some images later.
One thing I'm curious about though: Why would they have a street-art show in a retail store at the Beverly Drive Mall? Why not a dirty old warehouse downtown; Banksy style? The photos show the work being displayed in what looks like dressing rooms? I agree. Of course, being an LA native, I HATE Beverly Hills. The show was in what I think must have been an old Anthropologie store a block over from Rodeo Drive. The gallery location and space seemed to scream "commodity packaged for the monied" and looked at odds with the work. The highlight of the show (for me as well as many of there people I talked to at the show last night) were the watercolors. They were displayed in the dressing rooms the back of the space. I found that standing in a space where one is normally undressing provided just the right feeling of vulnerability and intimacy to view small, delicate works. I'll try to post some images later. |
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by anodyne13 on Apr 24, 2010 2:35:58 GMT 1, I thought it was nice to have it in Beverly Hills, I've had my fill of downtown loft warehouse shows
I thought it was nice to have it in Beverly Hills, I've had my fill of downtown loft warehouse shows
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by dime683 on Apr 24, 2010 2:46:32 GMT 1, anyone else feel a few of the watercolors seemed a bit neckfaceish?
anyone else feel a few of the watercolors seemed a bit neckfaceish?
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by Martin Whatson on Apr 24, 2010 3:25:15 GMT 1, Nothing is better then a good show in an old abondaned bulding, but then again NOONE beats Choe on a bad day!! That man is a real inspiration!!
Nothing is better then a good show in an old abondaned bulding, but then again NOONE beats Choe on a bad day!! That man is a real inspiration!!
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by RPM on Apr 24, 2010 3:30:05 GMT 1, I think the point of having it in BH was to demonstrate (especially to the stereotypical uber-rich art buyers and galleries) that these "outsider" artists are the future. I personally have no problem with BH. It ain't my favorite place in the world (the timed traffic lights piss me off) but I don't hate on it. What I did find pleasing last night was the fact that so many people came to the show and were actually buying the art. I also have a feeling that when the madness of the opening weekend dies down, its location and amazing imagery will draw people in that otherwise would never have heard of Choe or Laz. In the end, that's a hugely positive thing.
BTW, for those of you thinking of heading down to the opening tonight, I've heard rumors that Die Antwoord may be performing. If they do, say hello to all the ninjas.
Oh, and dime683, I agree with you that certain of the watercolors had a Neckface feel to them. The bats in particular. But the level of detail in the images was something that I have never seen in a Neckface work. Just my $.02
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I think the point of having it in BH was to demonstrate (especially to the stereotypical uber-rich art buyers and galleries) that these "outsider" artists are the future. I personally have no problem with BH. It ain't my favorite place in the world (the timed traffic lights piss me off) but I don't hate on it. What I did find pleasing last night was the fact that so many people came to the show and were actually buying the art. I also have a feeling that when the madness of the opening weekend dies down, its location and amazing imagery will draw people in that otherwise would never have heard of Choe or Laz. In the end, that's a hugely positive thing.
BTW, for those of you thinking of heading down to the opening tonight, I've heard rumors that Die Antwoord may be performing. If they do, say hello to all the ninjas.
Oh, and dime683, I agree with you that certain of the watercolors had a Neckface feel to them. The bats in particular. But the level of detail in the images was something that I have never seen in a Neckface work. Just my $.02
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by highinla on Apr 24, 2010 6:37:27 GMT 1, Oh, and dime683, I agree with you that certain of the watercolors had a Neckface feel to them. The bats in particular. But the level of detail in the images was something that I have never seen in a Neckface work. Just my $.02 RPM
Especially the bats...come to think of it, even the human character pieces resembled Neckfaces look and style.
And on the subject of the location... not very many (if any) galleries in downtown LA are moving $50k pieces. I'm not a fan of Beverly Hills, but I understand and appreciate the purpose for this shows location. Poor people don't come to Beverly Hills, hence ideal place to sell expensive art.
Oh, and dime683, I agree with you that certain of the watercolors had a Neckface feel to them. The bats in particular. But the level of detail in the images was something that I have never seen in a Neckface work. Just my $.02 RPM Especially the bats...come to think of it, even the human character pieces resembled Neckfaces look and style. And on the subject of the location... not very many (if any) galleries in downtown LA are moving $50k pieces. I'm not a fan of Beverly Hills, but I understand and appreciate the purpose for this shows location. Poor people don't come to Beverly Hills, hence ideal place to sell expensive art. |
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by artstylee on Apr 24, 2010 7:44:33 GMT 1, anyone else feel a few of the watercolors seemed a bit neckfaceish?
Didn't think of that till you mentioned it. Seems like he spends the most time on those.
But I thought the canvases seemed Very Clayton Brothersish
www.claytonbrothers.com/
All the asian sex porn themes I could do without. Elementary school angst coming alive on canvas.
anyone else feel a few of the watercolors seemed a bit neckfaceish? Didn't think of that till you mentioned it. Seems like he spends the most time on those. But I thought the canvases seemed Very Clayton Brothersish www.claytonbrothers.com/All the asian sex porn themes I could do without. Elementary school angst coming alive on canvas. |
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by Pure Evil on Apr 24, 2010 8:34:05 GMT 1, Oh, and dime683, I agree with you that certain of the watercolors had a Neckface feel to them. The bats in particular. But the level of detail in the images was something that I have never seen in a Neckface work. Just my $.02 RPM Especially the bats...come to think of it, even the human character pieces resembled Neckfaces look and style.
DC is collaborating with Neckface on artwork.... thats probably why..
Oh, and dime683, I agree with you that certain of the watercolors had a Neckface feel to them. The bats in particular. But the level of detail in the images was something that I have never seen in a Neckface work. Just my $.02 RPM Especially the bats...come to think of it, even the human character pieces resembled Neckfaces look and style. DC is collaborating with Neckface on artwork.... thats probably why.. |
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by RPM on Apr 24, 2010 17:54:48 GMT 1, Especially the bats...come to think of it, even the human character pieces resembled Neckfaces look and style. DC is collaborating with Neckface on artwork.... thats probably why..
Ooooh, I did not know that. I can only imagine the madness and debauchery that must ensue when those two get together ...
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Especially the bats...come to think of it, even the human character pieces resembled Neckfaces look and style. DC is collaborating with Neckface on artwork.... thats probably why.. Ooooh, I did not know that. I can only imagine the madness and debauchery that must ensue when those two get together ... RPM |
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by Simococo on Apr 27, 2010 17:07:14 GMT 1, the skull painting is magic but the prices seem a little mental
the skull painting is magic but the prices seem a little mental
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by walshy on Apr 27, 2010 17:17:07 GMT 1, the skull painting is magic but the prices seem a little mental
Very crazy prices, id love the skull as a print ! anything else and I don't think im gonna bother.
the skull painting is magic but the prices seem a little mental Very crazy prices, id love the skull as a print ! anything else and I don't think im gonna bother. |
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by samuraiwriter on Apr 27, 2010 17:34:45 GMT 1, hopefully we'll get some print news soon.
hopefully we'll get some print news soon.
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by brittbritt on Apr 27, 2010 18:41:43 GMT 1, hopefully we'll get some print news soon.
The show is here, the artist is here, and I've heard that some of the best printers in the world are here...
I would love a Dave Choe print too; can't even come close to the originals. 
hopefully we'll get some print news soon. The show is here, the artist is here, and I've heard that some of the best printers in the world are here... I would love a Dave Choe print too; can't even come close to the originals. |
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by Benjamin Davies on Apr 27, 2010 20:00:54 GMT 1, Does anyone know if much of the work has sold?
Does anyone know if much of the work has sold?
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by rkitek on Apr 27, 2010 23:49:13 GMT 1, Does anyone know if much of the work has sold?
There were a fair number of red (actually blue) dots next to pieces at the preview not to mention a line of people inquiring about other pieces -- so I suspect that quite a few pieces have sold.
Does anyone know if much of the work has sold? There were a fair number of red (actually blue) dots next to pieces at the preview not to mention a line of people inquiring about other pieces -- so I suspect that quite a few pieces have sold. |
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by brittbritt on Apr 28, 2010 4:19:24 GMT 1, I asked about the watercolors at the public opening night, and was told they were all sold... That was near the end of the evening. $5K was a bit beyond my budget anyways...
The work was sooooo good, I wouldn't be surprised if it's already a sold-out show...
I asked about the watercolors at the public opening night, and was told they were all sold... That was near the end of the evening. $5K was a bit beyond my budget anyways...
The work was sooooo good, I wouldn't be surprised if it's already a sold-out show...
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by Simococo on Apr 28, 2010 10:34:39 GMT 1, the skull painting is magic but the prices seem a little mental Very crazy prices, id love the skull as a print ! anything else and I don't think im gonna bother.
it would make a great print. My only concern is that customs over here may have an issue with the excited p***s element
the skull painting is magic but the prices seem a little mental Very crazy prices, id love the skull as a print ! anything else and I don't think im gonna bother. it would make a great print. My only concern is that customs over here may have an issue with the excited p***s element |
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by chiefhk on Apr 28, 2010 11:14:50 GMT 1, Aside from the obvious scale of the show, does anyone have any thoughts on how it compared to the "Character Assasination" in San Francisco? I thought the pictures of the SF show looked fantastic!
Aside from the obvious scale of the show, does anyone have any thoughts on how it compared to the "Character Assasination" in San Francisco? I thought the pictures of the SF show looked fantastic!
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by rosstierney on Apr 30, 2010 1:57:21 GMT 1, has anyone got a clear high res. pic of this piece?
i'd do anything to have it on my wall. does anyone know the details? would someone be prepared to send me the .pdf?
has anyone got a clear high res. pic of this piece? i'd do anything to have it on my wall. does anyone know the details? would someone be prepared to send me the .pdf? |
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by rosstierney on Apr 30, 2010 3:18:22 GMT 1, .pdf sorted
clear high-res photo anyone?
.pdf sorted
clear high-res photo anyone?
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by walshy on Apr 30, 2010 11:50:59 GMT 1, If any of the laz camp read this thread, you NEED to make one of the skulls a print !!
If any of the laz camp read this thread, you NEED to make one of the skulls a print !!
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by HHills on May 3, 2010 6:55:16 GMT 1, I went to the David Choe show twice this weekend. Amazing original canvases and watercolors. They also just released a new Giclee print at the show (limited edition of 38) called 'I like My Waffles With Deep Throat Tears'. Really great print! I'm sure it will be gone quickly.
I went to the David Choe show twice this weekend. Amazing original canvases and watercolors. They also just released a new Giclee print at the show (limited edition of 38) called 'I like My Waffles With Deep Throat Tears'. Really great print! I'm sure it will be gone quickly.
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by ricobenfico on May 3, 2010 13:33:42 GMT 1, Any pic's or more details of this print? Doesn't seem to be a title of any piece in the show catalogue.
Any pic's or more details of this print? Doesn't seem to be a title of any piece in the show catalogue.
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by boaty on May 3, 2010 13:44:11 GMT 1, I believe this is the image of the print? If so, boy would I love to get my hands on one of these....
Any pic's or more details of this print? Doesn't seem to be a title of any piece in the show catalogue.
I believe this is the image of the print? If so, boy would I love to get my hands on one of these.... Any pic's or more details of this print? Doesn't seem to be a title of any piece in the show catalogue. |
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by spirit on May 3, 2010 13:54:05 GMT 1, that does look gorgeous...
that does look gorgeous...
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by samuraiwriter on May 3, 2010 14:03:12 GMT 1, Must have.
Must have.
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by walshy on May 3, 2010 14:25:01 GMT 1, meh...skull please 
meh...skull please |
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by ricobenfico on May 3, 2010 18:35:01 GMT 1, How do I get my hands on one of those then?!? Anyone?!?!
How do I get my hands on one of those then?!? Anyone?!?!
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LAzarides presents David Choe - Nothing To Declare, by samuraiwriter on May 3, 2010 18:49:38 GMT 1, At this time, I'm afraid in person at the gallery only... this is what I was told today, by LAZ.
Bummer for sure, but maybe they have something in the works for later?
At this time, I'm afraid in person at the gallery only... this is what I was told today, by LAZ.
Bummer for sure, but maybe they have something in the works for later?
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