Gallery Fiend

FRIEZE! Put Your Hands Up Fiend: May 11, 2013 - The second...

Sun, 12 May 2013 20:12:00 -0400

FRIEZE! Put Your Hands Up Fiend: May 11, 2013 - The second edition of Frieze Art Fair NY brought the fiend on a ferry trip on the East River to Randall’s island where an oasis of contemporary art awaits. Luxuriating in the LED glory and creative energy of the works on display that the thunderstorm did not faze the desire to just keep on enjoying art! Oh and that Balloon Dog caused so much controversy by Paul McCarthy. Jeff Koons may be pissed but all is fair at the fair! Frieze Art Fair NY 2013. Randall’s Island Park. May 10 - 13, 2013. *event photography by: Max Noy*

Fiend Charleston His Way to Art: May 10, 2013 - The decade that...

Sun, 12 May 2013 20:00:00 -0400

Fiend Charleston His Way to Art: May 10, 2013 - The decade that brought Jazz, flapper girls, overflowing champagne and decadence is back in NOLITA anyway. A 1920’s inspired art show by artist Laura Bochet at Something in Mind served up a decadent selection of art and merchandise at its opening. Everyone had a grand time and it just so happens there is that movie remake of the Great Gatsby that night. Well, kick up your heels all the waylto this store that knows great art! 1920’s Women Paintings by Laura Bochet / On View May 10 - July 2, 2013 / Something in Mind. 230A Mulberry Street (between Prince and Spring). NYC, NY 10012. *event photography by: Jamie Martinez*

Fiend is Suited Up & Armored for ART: May 8, 2013 - What is...

Sun, 12 May 2013 19:49:48 -0400

Fiend is Suited Up & Armored for ART: May 8, 2013 - What is the ideal of a man? Rebel, Casanova or a Hero? Female queer artist, Karen Heagle, just knows what it takes to illustrate the ideals and trappings of masculinity. Bright and punchy works that you simply cannot ignore. Get ready to joust your art on! Karen Heagle: Battle Armor / On view: May 8 - June 22, 2013 / Gallery Hours: Tuesday - Saturday (10 am - 6 pm) / CHURNER and CHURNER. 205 10th Avenue. NYC, NY 10011. *event photography by: Deukyun Hwang*

"Creativity is an act of defiance.” ― Twyla Tharp"

Sun, 12 May 2013 19:41:07 -0400

““Creativity is an act of defiance.” ― Twyla Tharp”

Fiend Discovers Art Outside of NYC: May 4. 2013 - A real force...

Mon, 06 May 2013 19:57:47 -0400

Fiend Discovers Art Outside of NYC: May 4. 2013 - A real force in the art world that is biding its time across the Hudson, Mana Contemporary in Jersey City boasts high production and museum quality exhibitions. Currently showing the largest exhibition of controversial Japanese photographer, Nobuyoshi Araki, Palestinian Women film artists, and Obsession featuring selected works from private collectors. It is still growing and expanding - it is something not to be missed in Jersey City, NJ. Mana Contemporary / Open to the Public: Monday - Friday (9 am - 6 pm) / 888 Newark Avenue. Jersey City, NJ 07306. *event photography by: Max Noy*

The Walking Fiend Roams the Streets for ART: May 2, 2013 -...

Mon, 06 May 2013 19:47:30 -0400

The Walking Fiend Roams the Streets for ART: May 2, 2013 - Electric color palette and ghostly slouched forms of zombies took over the art world but no brain eating denizens here. Just art lovers lulled by the strong and psychologically charged art of Kim Dorland. And some sexy art partying going on too! Kim Dorland: Ghosts of You and Me / On View: May 2 - June 8, 2013 / Gallery Hours: Tue - Sat (10 am - 6 pm) & by appt. / Mike Weiss Gallery. 520 West 24th Street. NYC, NY 10011. *event photography by: Max Noy*

Fiend Gone Wild Kingdom in the Gallery: May 2, 2013 - Normandy...

Mon, 06 May 2013 19:35:47 -0400

Fiend Gone Wild Kingdom in the Gallery: May 2, 2013 - Normandy based sculptor, Quentin Garel, presented animal busts and skulls mostly in bronze. The meticulous skill and attention to detail is simply astounding as you marvel at his unique sense of art. Quentin Garel: Gueule De Bois / On View: May 2 - June 1, 2013 / Gallery Hours: Tuesday - Saturday (10 am - 6 pm) / BDG Bertrand Delacroix Gallery. 535 West 25th Street. NYC, NY 10001. *event photography by: Max Noy*

"Don’t think about making art, just get it done. Let everyone else decide if it’s good or..."

Mon, 06 May 2013 19:24:06 -0400

““Don’t think about making art, just get it done. Let everyone else decide if it’s good or bad, whether they love it or hate it. While they are deciding, make even more art.” ― Andy Warhol”

Fiend is Chasing the Sun: May 2, 2013 - Like all the brightest...

Mon, 06 May 2013 19:19:48 -0400

Fiend is Chasing the Sun: May 2, 2013 - Like all the brightest of stars in the art world, the Fiend came to bask in the red hot aura of YBA alum and one of the most iconic artists in contemporary art, Tracey Emin, for her new show. It is still referential of the reflections and sexual nature of her work. Currently showing at both locations of Lehmann Maupin - one in Chelsea and one in the gritty bosom of the LES. Tracey Emin: I Followed You To The Sun / On View: May 2 - June 22, 2013 / Gallery locations and hours: Lehmann Maupin Gallery: Chelsea Location - 540 West 26th Street. NYC, NY 10001. Tue - Sat (10 am - 6 pm) & LES Location - 201 Chrystie Street. NYC, NY 10002. Tue - Sat (11 am - 6 pm) *event photography by: Max Noy*

Fiend’s Recommendation for this week: Ian Francis at...

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 18:34:00 -0400

Fiend’s Recommendation for this week: Ian Francis at Joshua Liner Gallery

Abstract. Figurative. Painting. Drawing. The mixed media work of this gem of an artist now showing at the new location of Joshua Liner is astounding and powerful. Art should be transcendent and this work will take you there.

Ian Francis: Season 1 Episode 0

April 25 - May 25, 2013

Joshua Liner Gallery. 540 West 28th Street. New York, NY 10001

Fiend Loves Art Inside Out: April 24, 2013 - Found 20th Century...

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 18:26:00 -0400

Fiend Loves Art Inside Out: April 24, 2013 - Found 20th Century film negatives gets a reboot in the hands of talented young artist, Garrett Pruter, with his solo exhibition. Employing a nostalgic vibe and subtractive method that the inner structure of images is exposed beautifully. A must see because art thrives with the ideas of the young and fresh thinkers! Garrett Pruter: Interiors / On View: April 24 - May 26, 2013 / Gallery Hours: Wed - Fri (11 am - 6 pm) Sat - Sun (12 - 6 pm) or by Appt. / Charles Bank Gallery. 196 Bowery (@ Spring Street). NYC, NY 10012. *event photography by: Deukyun Hwang*

A Fiend Special Night: Mark Kostabi Show Taping last April...

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 20:02:56 -0400

A Fiend Special Night: Mark Kostabi Show Taping last April 18th

The most prolific artist around and you might recognize his work from Album Covers, Swatch watches and other projects. In his studio, Mark Kostabi produces a weekly cable TV show Title This which has a panel of distinguished art critics and celebrities vying for cash prizes to give titles to his artworks. A real amusing night orchestrated by the artist - one of those happenings that you’re lucky to get invited to. You gotta love New York City! Always something unique every night of the week.

*Photographs by: Max Noy*

The Rhythmic Abstracts Gonna Get You Fiend! April 18, 2013 - The...

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 19:51:38 -0400

The Rhythmic Abstracts Gonna Get You Fiend! April 18, 2013 - The layered paintings of Canan Tolon suggests glimpses of urban landscapes if you look real fast or meander slowly. Whatever the speed, art moves you in so many ways! Canan Tolon: Somewhere Now / On View: April 18 - May 25, 2013 / Gallery Hours: Tue - Sat (10 am - 6 pm) & by appt. / Von Lintel Gallery. 520 West 23rd Street. NYC„ NY 10011. *event photography by: Olya Turcihin*

"Every true artist is at war with the world.”― Anthony Kiedis, Red Hot Chili Peppers “Scar..."

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 19:43:08 -0400

““Every true artist is at war with the world.”― Anthony Kiedis, Red Hot Chili Peppers “Scar Tissue””

Fiend in the Light and Shade: April 18, 2013 - Two shows that...

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 19:40:00 -0400

Fiend in the Light and Shade: April 18, 2013 - Two shows that are polar opposites but celebrate the diversity of what light and shade can do to make an art experience a total sensory delight. Light installations by Martin Boyce & dense color photos by Hannah Starkey - it is great when you get two in one! Martin Boyce: It’s Over and over - Hannah Starkey: In the company of Mothers / On View: April 18 - May 25, 2013 / Gallery Hours: Tue - Sat (10 am - 6 pm) / Tanya Bonakdar Gallery. 521 West 21st Street. NYC, NY 10011. *event photography by: Max Noy & Olya Turcihin*

Fiend is Relieved to See Great Art: April 18, 2013 - Creating...

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 19:29:00 -0400

Fiend is Relieved to See Great Art: April 18, 2013 - Creating such elegant works of art from locally sourced materials that Cambodian artist, Sopheap Pich, definitely creates the thinking man’s art. What a relief that something beautiful is up on the walls of the gallery! Sopheap Pich: Reliefs: On View: April 18 - June 14, 2013 / Gallery Hours: Tue - Sat (10 am - 6 pm) / Tyler Rollins Fine Art. 529 West 20th Street, 10 W. NYC, NY 10011. *event photography by: Max Noy*

The Fiend in Art Time Continuum: April 17, 2013 - Chilean...

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 19:17:26 -0400

The Fiend in Art Time Continuum: April 17, 2013 - Chilean Architect & Visual Artist, Rodolfo Edwards presented his new multimedia work & it explores the idea of urban landscape growing out of his art. Everyone had a great take on the unique kind of art they see any night in New York. However you move in this bustling city, art keeps us moving forward! Rodolfo Edwards: Continuum / On View: April 17 - June 14, 2013 / The Gallery Space at Wagner in the Puck Building, 2nd Floor / 295 Lafayette Street. NYC, NY 10012. *event photography by: Deukyun Hwang*

"Without atmosphere a painting is nothing.” ― Rembrandt Harmenszoon Van Rijn"

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 19:07:10 -0400

““Without atmosphere a painting is nothing.” ― Rembrandt Harmenszoon Van Rijn”

The Fiend’s Fave Album of the Week: Shots from AIPAD...

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 18:52:39 -0400

The Fiend’s Fave Album of the Week: Shots from AIPAD 2013

Every year at the Park Avenue Armory - AIPAD (Association of International Photography Art Dealers) holds a photography show / fair that brings the best in art grade images.

Thanks to Olya Turcihin for sharing her photos from that event.

AIPAD 2013

Park Avenue Armory. 643 Park Avenue. New York City, NY 10065

Fair held last: April 4 - 7, 2013

Fiend is Swimming in Art: April 4, 2013 - Photo-realistic...

Sat, 13 Apr 2013 18:55:06 -0400

Fiend is Swimming in Art: April 4, 2013 - Photo-realistic paintings by Eric Zener got everyone under its aquatic spell and it was mesmerizing to view his work. Time to get soaking wet in ART! Eric Zener: Recent Paintings / On View: April 4 - 27, 2013 / Gallery Hours: Tuesday - Saturday (10:30 am - 6:00 pm) or by appt. / Gallery Henoch. 555 West 25th Street. NYC, NY 10001. *event photography by: Max Noy*