Yatzer at Illustrative BERLIN

“The visualization, such as drawing, painting, photograph or other work of Art, made to elucidate or decorate textual information (such as a story, a poem, a newspaper article, etc.) by providing a visual representation”, is the definition of illustration.

From 16.10.2009 until 01.11.2009, Berlin is living once again in the beat of Illustrative 2009, a unique art festival for current illustration and graphic art, which returns after two years to its hometown. Exhibitions, events, workshops, art battles and many other surprises are taking place throughout the city, when the main core of the Illustrative 2009 is in the magnificent Schinkelbau-Villa. Illustrators from Canada, US, Japan, South-America and all over Europe as well as Berlin present their art work in the most international exhibition so far.

via:yatzer.com

Holy Battle During Illustrative Berlin

On Saturday October 17, 2009 the Elisabeth Church was packed with people who wanted to watch the  Swatch MTV Playground LIVE Art Battle.  Berlin-duo, Ben and Julia, put their artistic skills to the test as they competed head-to-head while the clock was ticking backwards.  The winner of the battle was Ben with his Obelix-like creature! We covered it LIVE from Berlin in addition with the ILLUSTRATIVE 2009 art festival, and just to refresh your memories a bit Yatzer is a media partner of Swatch MTV Playground which also took place in a successful event in Athens * GR.  Enjoy images of this “Holy Battle” as their markers burn down like a candle.

via: Yatzer.com

The Hand-Drawn Animals of Nacho Gil

Nacho Gil is 24 years old from Buenos Aires, Argentina. He has studied Communications at UCA in Buenos Aires, Art Direction at Underground also in Buenos Aires and did a short course in Fine Arts at Central St. Martins College in London. He hasn’t done any exhibition work yet, but it is something which he is considering and we absolutely agree with him on that! He currently works at MTV’s Buenos Aires World Design Studio.

Louis Vuitton 5th Avenue Holiday Display ‘09

LV has done it again, this year they’ve covered the entire façade of the Fifth Avenue Maison with Ruben Toledo’s artwork for the Louis Vuitton City Guides. If you remember last year, Takashi Murakami’s multicolred monogram covered the building around this time of year. Daniel Lalonde, President and CEO of Louis Vuitton North America issued this statement:

“We are thrilled to have renowned artist, Ruben Toledo working with us again,” said Daniel Lalonde, “Toledo’s sketches and illustrations have been an integral part of our city guides for years and we are delighted that his artwork is the center of our Fifth Avenue Maison display for this holiday season.”

INN x Parra Pendant

Heres a dope post bc it involves one of my favorite artist PARRA and it was presented to us by our good friend Sneaker Steve, Heres some more info on the project

ITSNONAME and Dutch Artist PARRA release the Silver Pendant.
Taking cues from INN’s Periodic Jewelry Collection, the two have partnered to bring you this Parra-interpretation of the ITSNONAME Ag Silver Periodic Pendant.

The pendants are comprised of .925 solid sterling silver and measure approximately 1” (2.54cm) in diameter with a 30” (76.2cm) sterling silver chain. Each unit comes with an exclusive printed tissue paper in a display-ready box.

The INN x Parra Silver Pendants will be for sale on December 7th, 2009 at:
http://itsno.name

A handful of pendants will also be available at worldwide retailers, including Patta in Amsterdam:
http://patta.nl

For photos and more information, please visit:
http://itsno.name

KAWS Collaborates with Kiehl’s

Two New York legends have come together for a charitable collaboration. Kiehl’s has been around for well over 100 years creating fantastic skin care products… and KAWS is becoming one of the most recognized artists of our generation. So its somewhat fitting that KAWS did the label for a new Kiehl’s body cream, with 100% of the profits going to RxArt… Check it:

Google Zurich = Fantasy World

Swiss architectural firm, Camenzind Evolution, created the ideal workplace for Google employees in Zurich… aka Zooglers. We’re talking bean bag chairs, flat screens, pool tables, pinball machines, bars, fireman poles, gyms, office-pods, free food, nap rooms, recliners, court yards, grills, aquariums, indoor trees, and a motherfucking SLIDE to get down a floor. It’s unbelievable:

“The resulting design is a distinctive, diverse, light and flexible workspace, wich has been specifically developed to stimulate and support the Googlers in their challenging and innovative work” – Camenzind Evolution

via Abduzeedo.

STAGES Presents Livestrong Air Forces

Over twenty important artists have donated their time and creativity to support the Livestrong message, which is committed to inspiring and empowering those affected by cancer. Livestrong and Nike have joined forces to present STAGES, an exhibition supporting the Livestrong message. STAGES raises funds for the Lance Armstrong Foundation as well as sending a positive message to everyone around the world.

Check out the interview with Eric White and the Livestrong-inspired Nike Air Forces below:

Warhol’s “Eight Elvises” is Sold for an Insane Amount of Money

This iconic Andy Warhol print, “Eight Elvises” has been acquired in a private sale for a fat wad of chedda:

Any guesses on how much it went for?

Here’s a hint, this sale makes Andy one of the top 10 most expensive artists of all time.

Anything?

How about 100 MILLION DOLLARS. Un-fucking-believable. You could fix the recession with that kinda money lol. The image hasn’t been seen in public since 1963, which is pretty crazy. Also the buyer is still a mystery… but if you can afford to blow 100 mill, you’re in an elite group of people!

Tim Burton @ The MoMA

This should be awesome. Tim Burton’s exhibit just started this past Sunday, the 22nd, at the MoMA. We’ll be there this weekend, come by for a good time and some creepy art. Here’s a behind the scenes look at the exhibition and how it all came flying out of Tim Burton’s head: