As I'm sure you can see, it's been a pretty aggressive/busy couple of months. I just announced my participation in the AMC's The Walking Dead show, and now I'd like to announce that I'll be working with the lovely folks over at Gallery 1988 yet again for their CRAZY 4 CULT show "Say Hi to the Bad Guy". A couple of years ago, I got to participate in their second Crazy 4 Cult show and it's a great time. Those shows bring in some super fun and varied work from some of the coolest artists I've seen. This show is super cool in that it focuses all on art inspired by the big bads of the cult films we all love and know. I had a lot of fun with this one and although I won't be revealing the piece until later this week, I got to approach a new film I absolutely adore for the first time... You might know it. It's a little film called KILL BILL... Stay tuned for the reveal!!
Hero Complex Gallery: The Walking Dead Art Show
I'm extremely happy to announce that I'll be working with Hero Complex Gallery again on another show... This time, for one of my favorite shows on television! AMC's The Walking Dead!
I've been a huge fan of the comic book for years and instantly fell in love with the show, so for me, this was a dream come true. I'll be releasing the piece this coming week, so please stay tuned! Info Below:
Who: Hero Complex Gallery
What: Hero Complex Gallery celebrates AMC’s The Walking Dead
Description: Art Exhibition highlighting the characters and world of AMC’s The Walking Dead
When: Opening Reception: Friday, October 11th, 7-10pm
Additional Hours – W-Sun, 11am-6pm
Where: Hero Complex Gallery
2020 South Robertson Blvd., Studio D, Los Angeles, CA 90034
NEW PRINT: "The Royal Army of OZ"
As I mentioned in my last post, I was thrilled to work with the guys over at Hero Complex Gallery on a new piece for their "Bleeding Metallics" show. After seeing all the work coming out of the opening, i'm grateful to share the space with such fantastic work and artists. And with that, I'd like to share the piece I created for the show, Inspired by one of my all time favorite films "Return to OZ".
When I was presented with the opportunity to create a piece centered around the world of metal, the first character that popped to mind was Tic-Toc from the 1985 Disney Pseudo-Sequel. I remember as a kid, watching the film and being so wrapped up in it's story, beautiful set pieces and intriguing character designs. This film is dark, considering it's from Disney and jumping off of the MGM classic, which is why I really wanted to tackle it. My work is often a balance of darkness and the light that comes from that and Tic-Toc was a character that had such a strong warmth as a character in such a dire version of OZ. Plus, the character design for him was just way too much fun not to tackle. So hope you enjoy and go buy one and support!
NEW SHOW: Bleeding Metallics!
I'm super happy to announce that I'll be participating in the "Bleeding Metallics" show over at Hero Complex Gallery. It'll be my first time working with these fine folks and they've been wonderful so far. I've seen some great previews of some other contributing artists and I'm thrilled!
BLEEDING METALLIC August 2, 2013 | Hero Complex Gallery - Los Angeles, CA
Here's a description of the show:
The 'Bleeding Metallics' series, is focused on artwork crafted with metallic inks/paint or metallic papers, a show highlighting Robots, Mechs, Cyborgs, Steampunk and Suits of Armor.
Much appreciation to the folks involved, this'll be a show that shouldn't be missed!
BACK IN ACTION! + A New Site Design!
For those of you still coming back regularly, only to find a blog as empty as the streets of a zombie apocalypse, I apologize for being away so long. It's been a real marathon year and I've been keeping busy with quite a bit of work that'd been piling up. Regardless, I'm thrilled that you've all been checking in and reaching out to support the art I've been throwing your way.
That works as a nice little segue to talk about the beginning of a new era... Over the past few years It's been a pleasure working both in Advertising by day and creating more film based artwork during every other free minute I have. While I've learned that it's not easy for Clark Kent/Superman to lead a double life, It's taught me that at the end of the day there's nothing more worth it. To be able to constantly be challenged by the work, to continue to share gallery space with other incredible artists, to learn more about the craft on the daily and to just share a vision with you all... It all keeps me feeling as giddy as a 5 year old in a toy store.
I've redesigned the site, it's what we folk do when we get bored with an old design ( and trust me, that site design was up for a long while). But more so, I'm creating a new space to feature a new wave of work. A new space to get personal and have more of a conversation with you guys. I find myself evolving and experimenting stylistically now more than ever and the work I'm creating for some upcoming shows is feeling fresh and exciting. And heck, it was just time for a makeover. So with that, I really look forward to sharing some new things with you all! Thank you in advance for your awesomeness and stay tuned!
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-Laz