D-Pi is gearing for his trip Paris, for an art show and signing book and Berlin after wards for a week...from the 9-13th
D to the Pizzle is part of a group of artists that contributed their skills for a book that's a collection of short stories, based on the summers of the '80s. He illustrated and collaborated on his story's development with writer Jessica Able. Most of the artists that worked on this book, were french, but there were definitely other international flavors that made their mark on this project...
Sorry Kids! The book is not available in the States...so make a french pen pal and have them cop you one...
Toofly should change her alias to TOOBEE, since she seems to be as busy as one. Every time you turn, this artist of all trades is somewhere in the world making her mark...with that said, here are some reasons why you wont catch Ms. Toofly at home veggin' out watching some "crap of love" on VH1.
* Toofly presenting at the H2A Womanhood Learning Project - June 25th
The Hip-Hop Association, in collaboration with the Center for Multicultural Education and Programs at New York University, proudly presents the Womanhood Passage Fundraiser, a special evening acknowledging the strength, beauty, leadership, challenges, and successes of women in Hip-Hop. With an exquisite rooftop view of Washington Square Park and New York City, the event will take place at NYU’s Rosenthal Pavilion, located in the Kimmel Center, from 7pm-10pm on Thursday, June 25, 2009.
Confirmed speakers include: MONIE LOVE, ROCKAFELLA, BARAKA SELE, TOOFLY, MARCELLA RUNELL HALL, DJ BEVERLY BOND, KIM OSORIO, DJ JAZZY JOYCE, RACHEL RAIMIST, THEMBISA MSHAKA, DR. ROXANNE SHANTE, MARTHA COOPER, and CINDY CAMPBELL, the Mother of Hip-Hop.
* Younity live paint/workshops at Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival - June 10-14th
The Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival is a four-day, multi-stage camping festival held on a beautiful 700-acre farm in Manchester, Tennessee every June. Bonnaroo brings together some of the best performers in rock and roll, along with dozens of artists in complementary styles such as jazz, Americana, hip-hop, electronica, and just about any contemporary music you can think of. In addition to dozens of epic performances, the festival's 100-acre entertainment village buzzes around the clock with attractions and activities including a classic arcade, on-site cinema, silent disco, comedy club, theater performers, a beer festival, and a music technology village.
MARY WILL NEVER BE THE SAME AGAIN...THANK YOU MR. PHILIPPOU
Date: 2009-06-04
Mr. Jeezus Piece back on the scene. This time it's Mary how gets touched by Mr. Philippou, and she will then be known as The Vixen Mary. These new pieces Tony is working on will be for a show in LA at the Thinkspace Gallery, that will be held on October 9th. First Jeezus, now Mary, I guess now you next, Joseph....
...and not it a bad way.. One9 was Busted for powerHouse Arena in BK. Busted is "an exhibition of art that celebrates all that goes wrong when you're up to no good. Come join us to point and laugh at all the failures, fiascos, and hilariously embarrassing situations captured by these talented artists. Busted promises the most eclectic mix of nogoodniks, anarchists, and frisky kids ever caught between two covers."
One9 as always does his thing, in classic One9 style...his piece is titled 77 Dark Shed Light.
POP Culture Pimp, NIKE called upon the masters of style and original...Hip Hop Legends
De La Soul and SOA's own JOE BUCK to add to Nike's ongoing music series known as Original Run. This musical project was designed to assist athletes during their workouts and trainings. The format of the album is supposed to correlate with your workout, starting off slow then peaking and coming back down all within the time frame of a typical workout (40 minutes and change).
Anyways... De La did their thing, but as you can see JOE BUCK did his, as he has before with De La, for albums like De La Soul is Dead. Good to see Joe is still "running" things...
Swine flu claims another victim, unemployment skyrockets and the economy seems on the verge of collapse. All people but especially New Yorkers need a place to escape the worries of the world and indulge in a reboot of the senses. That is where SOA steps in. The Sound of Art announces the launching of ARTSCAPISM, a weekend-long art extravaganza that begins on Friday, June 12th at 6 PM in Washington Heights and culminates on Saturday, June 13th at Midnight in DUMBO.
ARTSCAPISM is an SOA first; 2 extraordinary art events taking place back to back...one on Friday night entitled BUENA SUERTE SERIES featuring the work of the illustrious M. Tony Peralta at the Uptown Boutique PROBUS and the other on Saturday showcasing the work of none other than Craig Anthony Miller at his new abode in DUMBO aptly named CAMs CRIB. ARTSCAPISM is an all out weekend art bender that traverses Manhattan and Brooklyn in the matter of 2 days. One event will righteously holler HOPE from the heights of Northern Manhattan while the other celebrates new beginnings from the depths of Planet Brooklyn.
The BUENA SUERTE SERIES is an artistic riff on the hopeful imagery of BELONES, the votive candles cherished by Latinos. This exhibit, held at PROBUS, goes hand in hand with the launching of a collection of T-shirts that bare the same motifs as the artwork. There will be an after party for this event held at the LOCKSMITH BAR.
Not to be outdone, Mr. Miller will be hosting CAMs CRIB, a "down-home-house-warming-get-together", with his art as the focal point. This intimate affair will welcome SOA patrons as family to christen the artists new digs. This event will be introduced with an outdoor picnic at 4 PM before the function begins at 7.
So there you have it. Be there or be square. SOA has the June 12th weekend on lock...so miss it at your own peril!!!
THE SCHEDULE:
Buenas Suerte Series
Friday - 06.12.09
EXHIBIT:
6pm-9pm
Probus :
714 w.181st St.(btwn.Broadway-Ft. Washington)
AFTER PROBUS
9pm-12am
Locksmith Bar:
4364 Broadway (btwn. 191st -192nd)
and for those not hip to "la jugada" Buena Suerte means Good Luck in spanish. So why would Peralta want to wish you all Good Luck...wishing someone Good Luck is a hopeful thought and Hope is the emphasis of M.Tony's first exhibit in 2009. But again WHY?
Times are trying...from SWINE FLU SPREADING to UNEMPLOYMENT HITTING AN ALL TIME HIGH to NORTH KOREA TESTING NUCLEAR WEAPONS...with all happening under the same orbit HOPE is very much in demand. And so Mr. Peralta answered.
He's conjured up a series that will inject some "goodness" in the pool of the greater good.
'Nuff said!...want to experience the Buena Suerte....follow instructions:
GO TO PROBUS LOCATED AT 714 W. 181st STREET
AT ANYTIME STARTING 6PM TIL 9PM
WHILE THERE EMBRACE THE ART,
MEET THE ARTIST
DRINK TOMA VODKA COCKTAILS
ENGAGE IN QUALITY NETWORKING
PARTICIPATE IN THE PROBUS SHOPPING EXPERIENCE
BUY AND OWN ART
AT 9PM DEPART FROM PROBUS AND
GO TO LOCKSMITH BAR LOCATED AT 4364 BROADWAY(BETWN. 191st St-192nd St.)
WHILE THERE...
EMBRACE THE ART,
DRINK SOME MORE
CONTINUE TO NETWORK
BUY AND OWN ART
S.O.A. not only stands for Sound of Art but at this particular juncture of the year it also means Season Of Art. For us at the Sound of Art this is when our series of genre-bending art exhibits, events and experiences begin. We will set off this art season with The 08 RECAP, a rousing 2008 retrospective, held in our home-base, the Washington Heights/Inwood area. The 08 RECAP will feature artwork from the following SOA exhibits; Tony Phillipou's Sacred Heart, 55DSL's Seen On Audio and JC Cognac's Art of Seduction. This art exhibit will run until June 23 rd 2009 at the posh uptown eatery, Plum Pomidor (4009 Broadway - between 168th and 169th street).
The Sacred Heart collection is Tony Phillipou's ultra personal take on Jeezus and depicts him as an everyman - divine but equally human. Pieces from the Seen on Audio exhibit demonstrate how environmentally conscious artists can be while showing how music influences their art. Works from the Art of Seduction experience pushed artists into using their art to seduce and entrance the viewer. SOA's The 08 RECAP is all about showcasing the range, talent, power and depth of SOA artists.
It is only apt that Plum Pomidor be the venue chosen for this celebration of art, life and beauty. It's the combination of great dishes, entertaining live musicians and discerning patrons that make Plum Pomidor an ideal space for Sound of Art exhibits. Plum Pomidor's owners are progressive thinkers who believe in the importance of art as it relates to the community from which it springs. Synergy is what SOA is all about. This exhibit is the first in SOA's Uptown Series.
For more info on this exhibit reach us at info@soundofart.net
SOArtist, Ivette Urbaez, is having a Shopping Party of all her artistic merchandise, which includes Accessories, Bags and T-shirts. Knowing Ivette you will not just be visiting Ivette to shop but to experience IVETTE URBAEZ, and shopping because you want to walk away with reminder of this occurrence.
A righteous rest in peace goes out to artist extraordinaire Ernie Barnes who recently passed away at the age of 70 of a blood disorder. Ernie Barnes is most famous for his Sugar Shack piece that graced the cover of Marvin Gayes album I Want You as well as appearing during the closing credits of Good Times. Not only was Mr. Barnes an incredible artist but he was also an exceptional athlete who played 4 seasons of professional football. Ernie Barnes is no longer with us but his work will live forever.
