Archive for January, 2008

Here’s the new book I’m privileged to be a part of.

Many Kustom Kulture artists are now crossing over scenes, creating graphics for hot rods one day, burlesque events the next, and dreaming up flyers for a new crop of indie rock bands—all part of an explosive international graphics movement.

This overview of the 40 best artists in this subculture includes work from California, the Midwest, the East Coast, Mexico, Japan, the UK, Germany, Scandinavia, France, and Germany. This roundup of Ed Roth and Von Dutch-influenced artists presents a mass of work impossible to beat for sheer visual inventiveness, vibe, and color. Author Julian Balme is a writer and art director for numerous Kustom Kulture magazines, creator of the famous London Calling cover for The Clash, a passionate racer of hot rods, and one of the foremost commentators on Kustom Kulture and Kustom Graphics.

The full list of artists:

Johnny Ace and Kali Verra; Jorge “Dr.” Alderete; Paul Barrow; John Bell; Tom “Big Toe” Laura; Michel Casarramona; Keith “Keiffer” Ciaramello; Johnny Crap; “Dirty Donny” Gillies; Etienne “Empire32″; Marcus “Dang! Industries” Evans; Daisuke “Fudemae” Maeda; Minoru “Mr. G.” Goto; Grimb; Peter “PG” Gustafsson; Hiro “Wildman” Ishii; Jim “Too Bad Jim” Johnstone; Ken The Flattop; “KRNPX” Kurono; Felix La Flamme; Michael Leonhard; Makoto Kobayashi; Alex “So-Cal” Maldonado; Tyson Mcadoo; Jan Meininghaus; Mitch O’Connell; Sergio “Palami” Palamidessi; Ger “Dutch Courage” Peters; The Pizz; Vince Ray; Rockin’ Jellybean; Rob Schwager; Chaz Royal; Sol Rac; Theo Terror; Märt “Ultra Bazar” Infanger; David Vicente; Mark Wasyl; Keith Weesner; Derek Yaniger.

Hardcover: 256 pages
Publisher: Korero Books (April 28, 2008)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0955339863
ISBN-13: 978-0955339868
Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 8.5 x 1.1 inches

So, i’ve been asked to take part in Gasoline Gallery’s infamous California Screamin’ show again this year. Just like last year, this year’s artist line-up is impressive as ever!

This will be the 3rd year that Mark and gang have done the California Screamin’ show. Kustom Kulture artwork, hot rods, pinstriping, etc… You just can’t beat it!

My artwork did well there last year and I’m looking forward to creating a few more pieces for this year’s show. Mark is a real stand up guy and if you’re in EL Segundo, you should stop by and check out the shop and gallery space.

I’ll keep you all posted with sneak-peeks on my work as it progresses. Stay tuned!

…it’s Monday.