EGO's Artsy Stuff

Paintings for sale!

2011-11-28T00:09:00.000-08:00

"Halitosis"

apprx. 4.5 x 8.5 in. acrylic on wood

$270.00 (price includes shipping U.S. orders only)

all sales final. no refunds or returns

Paintings for sale!

2011-11-27T23:58:00.000-08:00

"Lapin"

apprx. 4 x 6 in. acrylic on wood

$200.00 (price includes shipping U.S. orders only)

all sales final. no refunds or returns

Paintings for sale!

2011-11-27T23:41:00.001-08:00

"This Arm Is A Snake"

apprx. 4 x 6 in. acrylic on wood

$180.00 (includes shipping U.S. orders only)

all sales final. no refunds or returns

Paintings for sale!

2011-11-27T23:30:00.000-08:00

"Holding On"

apprx. 4 x 6 in. acrylic on wood

$222.00 (price includes shipping U.S. orders only)

all sales final. no refunds or returns

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!

2011-10-31T18:23:00.000-07:00

October

2011-09-20T13:59:00.000-07:00

"NATURE OF THE BEAST"

group show

featuring:

Joshua Petker

Krista Huot

Deth P. Sun

Jon MacNair

Justin Lovato

Chris Sheridan

EGO

Jean Nagai

Stacey Rozich

Parskid

Crystal Barbre

Morgaine Fave

Sohaila Adela

Aron Hart

Ian Bragg

Mat Savage

Kris Kotcher

El Kamino

Matt Kelly

Morgan de Lorenzo

Joe Vollan

Opening reception Thursday, October 6th 5 - 9 pm at FlatColor Gallery

for more info, check out www.flatcolor.com

September...

2011-08-26T13:29:00.001-07:00

August Happenings (UPDATED)

2011-07-18T12:54:00.000-07:00

So...the show originally scheduled for the first Thursday of August, at X-17 studio/gallery in Pioneer Square's 619 Western building, will NOT be happening, after all... I just got the word that the dreaded fate of the 619 building is coming to pass. No more first Thursdays at 619. The end of an era, and the displacement of a bunch of talented artists.

The group showcase featuring J.P. Farquar, and me...Ego, will now be taking place in September at the new TRUE LOVE gallery, in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood.

I'll be posting more info soon...

The second week of August, I will be presenting a group showcase of some talented friends of mine at Twilight Artists Collective, in West Seattle.

The show will be the gallery premiere of the works of Tammy Perry, alongside the beautiful handiwork of Aya Sato, and Levi Walker Polzin.

DOUBLE VISION! DOUBLE VISION!

2011-06-02T18:02:00.001-07:00

DOUBLE VISION DOUBLE VISION

2011-05-02T22:37:00.000-07:00

Leaving on a jet plane...

2011-02-27T19:16:00.000-08:00

This Thursday, March 3rd I will be on a plane, headed to the U.K. for my art exhibition at WEEKEND GALLERY in Hastings.

This will be my first showing outside of the U.S. and... so far, I feel very welcome. There was a flattering article, by Richard Morris, featured in the Hastings Observer... and, one of the pieces from the show has already sold, a week before the show even opens.

If you're going to be in the neighborhood, I would love to see you at the opening.

EGO:

March 5th - April 3rd 2011

WEEKEND GALLERY

86 High Street

Hastings, UK TN34 3ES

p.s.

...Sorry if my previous post about this show being in February was confusing to anyone...the details changed a couple of months ago, and I neglected to update the ol' blog...

and, last...but, certainly not least...

T H A N K Y O U ! ! ! to everyone who donated their hard-earned dollar$ to help get me across the pond for this show. If you haven't gotten your print yet, I promise I haven't forgotten you...

(To say "I've been busy lately" would be an epic understatement.)

Portland Upper Playground, and setting the record straight...

2011-02-03T01:20:00.000-08:00

Hello again, and welcome to another edition of stuff I post to further clutter the transglobal interwebs...

I'd like to start by inviting everyone in, and around Portland, Oregon to come to the "Boy Girl Boy Girl" group art showcase, featuring Kinoko, Sohaila Adela, Solace, and me... at the Fifty24 gallery inside the Upper Playground store, Downtown ( 23 Northwest 5th Avenue Portland, OR 97209 (503) 548-4835 ). The show opens today, Thursday February 3, with a reception that lasts from 6pm-10pm. (the show will be on display through the end March...). Hope to see you there! (below is the post from the Fifty 24 PDX blog)

“Boy Girl Boy Girl” is a showcase of four very different styles that are all uniquely indigenous to this region. From the colorful characters of Solace to the dainty yet dangerous work of Sohaila Adela, or Ego’s “creepy cuteness” and Kinoko’s iconic illustrations; each artist embraces and represents the culture manifested by the Great Northwest. All artists will be in attendance: Ego and Solace from Seattle, Kinoko and Sohaila from Portland). Refreshments provided courtesy of RedHook .

Next... I'd like to apologize to my fellow artiste, Barth, whom I mentioned in my last post. You may, or may not have noticed that he commented on the post showing our heart-eating zombie girls, side by side. He was offended that he was was being accused of borrowing my concept... and while it may be an uncanny coincedence that our characters and layout are strikingly similar...it is, apparently, just that... a coincedence.

So, in the spirit of fairness and fellowship... again, Barth, I apologize, and wish you all the best.

Just passing the time...

2011-01-27T22:50:00.000-08:00

I don't really have much time on my hands right now, getting ready for upcoming shows and all... but, I stumbled across this on the old interwebs, and thought I'd share.

So it appears that an artist called Barth borrowed an idea from me... which is no big deal, it happens all the time...but, damn...he could have at least tipped his hat to me a little on his blog by mentioning my name. Oh well, C'est la vie. Here's a little side by side comparison. (His is the cooler looking one, on the left... note: mine was done many years ago, and I have learned a lot since then...)

Oh... I'd also say it would be nice if he mentioned Ashley Wood, and Jim Mahfood too... since it looks like he was more than a little inspired by their work, also.

OK. I'm done now... back to work!

EGO's British Invasion...

2011-01-06T23:44:00.000-08:00

EGO has some exciting stuff coming up in the new year and could use your help. His first ever overseas art show is coming up next month in England and he'd like to infect a whole new continent by arriving with his creepy creatures and oddities. It isn't a cheap plane seat though, so we've come up with a way you can help. We printed a super limited run (40) of an exclusive 11 x 14, 2 color, hand screened print which will be available for a $40 "Send me to England" donation.

If you have always wanted your own EGO art but didn't have hundreds of dollars for an original painting, this is a great chance to get a one of a kind piece, at a super affordable price. There are only 40 and when they are gone they're gone, so act fast! Thanks, and we love you.

Extra special thanks to Brennan Coyle at Perch Graphics, and Sara Russert.

Hey! Remember me?

2011-01-05T00:11:00.000-08:00

Sorry I haven't checked in for a while... you know- the Holidays, and all...

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Anyway...moving right along...

I just wanted to check in to let everyone know that I'm alive and well, and working on some new artsy stuff for 2011. I am planning to show less this year, in an effort to not spread myself so thin, and hopefully, in doing so, improve the quality of work I'm putting out into the world.

The first couple of shows of the new year are next month (February).

One in Portland, Oregon, at the Fifty/24PDX gallery at the Upper Playground store

(23 NW 5th Ave

Neighborhood: Old Town.)

A group show called "Boy, Girl, Boy, Girl" featuring the art of Kinoko, Sohaila Adela, Solace, and me.

The other February show is at Weekend Gallery in Hastings, U.K.

(86 High Street

Hastings
East Sussex)

Also a group show, and my first time showing outside the U.S. (See blog entry above to see how you can help...).

I'll be providing more info on these, and other upcoming shows, as it becomes available.

The pic posted above is the last finished painting I created in 2010. It was a commissioned piece for Jeff Houston, of Under the Needle Tattoo in Seattle.

Titled-"Self Defense..." 11x14 Acrylic on Masonite.

As always...Thanks for stopping by, and/or giving a shit about what I do.

OCTOBER 22ND!

2010-10-16T02:39:00.000-07:00

4730 University Way N.E. SEATTLE

If you're interested...?

2010-10-14T08:20:00.000-07:00

Images from my current showcase at FlatColor gallery are online-

http://www.flatcolor.com/gallery/ego2010preview.html

October in NYC!

2010-09-15T00:55:00.000-07:00

Exhibition Dates:

10.02.10 - 10.31.10

Blood, Sweat, and Fears will feature the works of artists from around the world who are willing to expose their inner most fears and stigmas for all to see.

This exhibition opens October 2nd 2010 @ 7pm.

Click on the artists name to visit their personal website.
Jordu Schell - California, USA
Natalie Shau - Lithuania
Vincent Castiglia - NYC, USA
Nick Kushner - NYC, USA
Miso - Los Angeles, USA
Karen Hsiao - Los Angeles, USA
Ego - Seattle, USA
Tom Haubrick - Los Angeles, USA
Doug Gordon - Seattle, USA (IMAGE SHOWN ON RIGHT)
Jon Macnair - Michigan, USA (IMAGE SHOWN ON LEFT)
Jason Hernandez - California, USA
Jacob Mantia - California, USA
Shey - NYC, USA
Nathaniel Shannon - NYC, USA
Victor Kensinger - NYC, USA
Adrian Dominic - Los Angeles, USA
Damian Fulton - Los Angeles, USA
Patrick "Star27" Deignan - Florida, USA
Hanna Chung NYC, USA
Joshua Hoffine KANSAS CITY, Missouri USA
Angie Mason New Jersey, USA

Sacred Gallery NYC
424 Broadway 2nd Floor Rear (Between Canal and Howard)
New York, NY 10013
212-226-4286

Info@sacredgallerynyc.com

OCTOBER!!!

2010-09-13T22:56:00.000-07:00

So... it's quickly approaching, the spookiest/best time of the year!

As you can guess... I love halloween time...and participating in spooky-themed art shows.

I'm lucky enough to be included in some really good spooky, artsy showcases this October.

Group shows in Seattle, and New York City, and a solo show at FlatColor Gallery, (also in Seattle).

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 9TH ! ! ! west seattle art walk

2010-08-26T14:15:00.000-07:00

Come check out the sweetest finger paintings on the West Side -
the works were all limited to a strict no brush, no tools, no spray paint diet.
Hands On is a group show featuring Seattle's best and brightest - Augie Pagan, Ego, Jeff Taylor, John Osgood, Jose Rodgriguez III, Justin P. Farquar, Parskid, Solace, Weirdo, and more!
Show runs until Saturday, October 9th
4306 SW Alaska St. Seattle, WA 98116 phone- 206.933.2444
Located across the street from Key Bank, between Edie's Shoes and Easy Street Records.
http://www.twilightart.net/

Boise Show/Summer Fun!

2010-07-27T00:24:00.000-07:00

So... I'm back from my solo exhibition "NEVER/FOREVER" at Basement Gallery in Boise, Idaho.

Thanks to Jane, and Mike at the gallery, and the friendly people of Boise, for their hospitality.

While I was in town, I also got to enjoy a couple of Boise's Skateboard Parks...AND...(no joke...) I got to see a free concert at Ann Morrison Park, featuring Macy Gray, Backstreet Boys, and Bret Michaels (life-changing...). The show at Basement Gallery will run through Sept. 4th, So... if you're going to be in Boise between now and then, stop by the gallery and check it out.

(p.s. the dork in the picture is me.)

Oh yeah... Go check out my DeviantArt page for some images of works from the show.

A new batch of stuff to look at...

2010-07-01T03:12:00.000-07:00

Just uploaded some images from a couple of recent shows. Go check 'em out in my DeviantArt gallery.

July Solo Exhibition @ Basement Gallery, Boise, Idaho

2010-06-23T23:20:00.000-07:00

NEVER FOREVER A collection of paintings and drawings meant to take the viewer to a, yet to be written, fairytale land... full of creepy, yet charming, characters who hope to remind everyone that, in their fairytale land, as in the "real" world, nothing lasts forever...

On display at Boise, Idaho's Basement Gallery July 24th - September 4th 2010

(Opening Reception Friday July 23rd 6pm - 9pm)

June in Oakland...

2010-05-11T11:14:00.000-07:00

2H, Parskid, Weirdo, and I will be "SEEING RED" at OLD CROW in Oakland, Ca. on Saturday, June 12th. We will all be travelling down together to set up our group show (currated by Lauren Napolitano ), and attend the opening festivities.
Come join us, if you're in the area.
We will be presenting all new works with the color RED acting as our common bond.

Old Crow : 362 Grand Avenue, Oakland, CA 94610-4840 (510) 834-2769‎

Frank Frazetta 1928 - 2010

2010-05-11T11:05:00.000-07:00

R. I . P.

W3AVE Event Aftermath...

2010-04-30T02:57:00.000-07:00

Shown above is one of the colaborative paintings created by Stacey Rozich, Augie Pagan, and Me! Check out the rest of the products of the wild experiment that was W3AVE http://w3ave.s3attle.com/

These pieces are all available on the W3AVE website auction, or, if you missed the event...come check 'em out in person at the live auction at City Hostel Seattle 2327 2nd Ave. Seattle, WA. Friday night 4/30 from 6 - 9pm (open to the public).

Shed Some Light

2010-04-29T02:45:00.001-07:00

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Originally uploaded by RONIN.GALLERY

My Piece from the recent Ronin Gallery NEX GEN group show...contact the gallery for purchase info. http://www.theroningallery.com/

April in LA...

2010-04-09T22:49:00.000-07:00

Ronin Gallery in Los Angeles has just moved into it's new home on Santa Monica Blvd.

They're celebrating with a big group show in the new spot!

If you're going to be in LA...check it out!

Look Good!

2010-04-05T14:04:00.000-07:00

EGO & PARSKID Pendants from Desolette

New artist series pendants by Desolette.
www.desolette.com

www.desolette.com

Live Painting Showdown at the Henry Art Gallery!

2010-04-03T01:51:00.000-07:00

S3A presents a two night/two neighborhood event called “W3AVE” [WEAVE], bringing together 18 Seattle urban artists for a live collaborative art session the first night, followed by an opening reception and auction the next night.The live painting event on the first night will take place at the Henry Art Gallery for their “Open Floor” program on Thursday, April 29th from 7-9pm. The reception and auction for the finished collaborative pieces will take place on Friday, April 30th from 6-9pm at City Hostel Seattle in Belltown. Both events are free and open to the public.The artist line-up includes: Ego, Stacey Rozich, Augie Pagan, Weirdo, Solace, John Osgood, Kevin “Sensei23” Sullivan, Zach Bohnenkamp, CASH, Ninjagrl, 179, Joe Vollan, Mat Savage, PaperMarbleS, Jeremy Gregory, Justin Hillgrove, Mike Capp & Mike Gardner. The artists have been divided into six teams of three. Each artist will show up to the live event with a 12”x16” canvas that they have already started to work on. During the live event, they will swap their canvas with each of their team members and contribute to their canvases while the audience watches. By the end of the live event, each team will have three completed collaborative pieces to be auctioned off the following evening.In addition, both events will include: DJ EMC and the Acid Unicorn dropping contemporary beats, cooking up an engaging blend of dance grooves and known and loved favorites - from yesterday, today and tomorrow.

Emerald City Comicon Photo Review

2010-03-16T05:07:00.000-07:00

Here are some pics from the 8th annual Emerald City Comicon here in Seattle...
Thanks to everyone who came by to visit Augie and I...Special thanks to everyone who went home with a souvenir...and EXTRA SPECIAL THANKS to my friend Augie Pagan for sharing!

There were a lot of pictures taken, but... I just don't have the patience to post 'em all (and you probably wouldn't have the patience to look through 'em all anyway...).
Most of these are pics of fanatical costumed attendees, some are fellow artists..and the others are pics I took of sketch commissions I did at the Con.

Now...I'll shut up and you can just look at THE PICTURES...

EMERALD CITY COMIC CON.

2010-03-08T12:00:00.000-08:00

It's Back! This weekend, March 13th and 14th (Sat. and Sun.)...The Emerald City's own gathering of fan-boys (and girls...), B-list Celebrities, and costume-clad crazies! (...and thanks to my generous friend Augie Pagan, I'll be there again this year too!)
Augie and I will be sharing a table in the Artist's Alley (C-12), so stop by and see us (and buy some souvenirs...).
We'll have some original art, prints, and be sketching, on the spot.
Come on down and slap high fives with a stormtrooper!

...And, don't forget to join us at FlatColor gallery Saturday night (March 13th) from 6 - 10pm, for the Artists Reception of the "Sidekicks and Henchmen" group art show (featuring several artists from the comic con.) that is running in conjunction with Augie's exhibition with Dave MacDowell in the main showroom.

www.emeraldcitycomicon.com
www.flatcolor.com
www.augiepagan.com

"Sidekicks & Henchmen"

2010-02-26T12:18:00.000-08:00

FlatColor gallery...First Thursday in March (along with big opening of Augie Pagan and Dave MacDowell in the main showroom!) and special reception during Emerald City Comicon weekend March 13th 6-10pm.

Local and national artists will be showing work inspired by lesser-known comic book characters sidekicks, henchmen, heroes and villains.

Featuring the work of:
Dave MacDowell
Jesse LeDoux
EGO
Joe McSween (2H)
Joe Vollan
Chip 7
Ryan De La Hoz
PGEE
Edward Pun
Redd Walitzki
Luke Yates
Ken Cursoe
Dev Madan
Karin Yamagiwa Madan (Stumpytown)
and more...

Opening Reception: Thursday March 4th, 2010.
Special Comicon Weekend / Artists Reception: March 13th, 2010 6-10pm.
The exhibition will run through March 28th, 2010.

BOXES OF DEATH!!!

2010-02-18T12:57:00.000-08:00

A cool show of miniature wooden coffins, customized by some truly creative talents (...and me).
...Should be pretty cool to see what these visionary artists have come up with.
Come down into the dark, dank depths of the OK hotel building in Seattle's Pioneer Square, during March, First Thursday Art Walk to check it out!

2010-01-31T15:28:00.001-08:00

2010-01-31T15:16:00.000-08:00

FlatColor gallery has recently updated their website to make it easier to browse the art they have available for sale (including some of the work from my solo show "Light in the Darkness"...).
Go check it out, you may find a little something you can't live without...or maybe just some cool stuff to look at. http://www.flatcolor.com/art.html

P.S.
I will be a part of the heART attack group art show at Seattle's 619 building (4th Floor South), opening THUR. 2/4/2010 6pm-10pm-ish!

2009-12-06T22:36:00.000-08:00

Thursday, December 10th...if you're going to be in West Seattle...Check this out!

lit: art on matchboxes

Opening reception 6pm - 9pm, during the West Seattle Art Walk.

Twilight Artist Collective 4306 SW Alaska St. Seattle, WA 98116 (206)933-2444

Featuring: Douglas Alvarez, Catherine Brooks, Ryan Myers, John Osgood, Jessica McCourt, Patrick Cooper Harada, Moxie, Epjey Pacheco, Bjorn Calleja, Anthony Ausgang, Don Wesley, Daniel Fleres, EGO, Eric Osborne ...and many more!
curated by Jenna Colby

THIS IS ALSO THE GALLERY'S ANNUAL UGLY HOLIDAY SWEATER PARTY. WEAR SOMETHING DISGUSTING AND MAKE THEM PROUD...

Friday, December 11th 2009

2009-11-19T00:56:00.000-08:00

A Full Tilt Holiday Mega Group Art Showcase! Featuring affordable works by the likes of:
179, Augie Pagan, Aya Sato, Bryan Kachel, Carl Faulkner, Chad Ronilo, Chris Sheridan, Coach,
Cris Cook, Duffy, Ego, Hera, J.Edward Raftery, Jacob McCallum, Jeff Taylor, Jeremy Gregory, Joe Vollan, Joey Nix, Jon Osgood, JoseRodriguez III,Killah Kate, Kinoko, Mat Savage,
Nick Beery, NKO, No Touching Ground, Papermarbles, Parskid, Little Jen, Robert Hargrave,
Sly Cooley, Sohaila Adela, Solace, Soopa-J-Delux, Stacey Rozich, Todd Lown, Weirdo, Zelot,
Matt Beacham, Court Hoffman, Redd Walitzki and more...

Opening reception Friday Dec. 11th 6 - 10pm
Greenwood Collective 8537 Greenwood Ave. N. Seattle, WA 98103

FRIDAY!

2009-11-12T00:34:00.000-08:00

In addition to the ASTATINE show at Halogen gallery, in Seattle's Belltown neighborhood...there's also the URBAN PRESENCE show at BHERD studios gallery at the GREENWOOD COLLECTIVE. (If you happen to be in North Seattle).

Bherd Studios Gallery
8537 Greenwood Ave N | Suite 1
Seattle, WA 98103
www.bherdstudios.com
p: 206.234.8348

Opening reception: Friday 11/13 6-9pm
Regular Gallery Hours: Wed - Fri from 12-6pm & by appointment

Aw maaan...is it time to start listing Holiday shows already?!

2009-10-12T00:24:00.000-07:00

Coming soon...

Astatine

Halogen gallery's end of the year group show
2316 2nd Ave, Seattle, WA 98121

November 13th - December 18th

Opening reception Friday November 13th, 6:00PM - 10:00PM

An end of the year, salon-style group show featuring a mixture of new artists and some of our old favorites with an emphasis on gift-friendly pricing.

Astatine, last of the halogens on the periodic table, is a radioactive chemical element with the symbol At and atomic number 85. It is the heaviest of the discovered halogens. Astatine is currently the rarest naturally-occurring element, with less than an ounce contained in the entire Earth's crust.

For more info, go to www.halogengallery.com

Mourning Market

2009-10-04T16:23:00.000-07:00

Seattle's darkest art and craft show...
MOURNING MARKET
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18th!
I will have prints, and some small original works for sale at this creepy, and cool event.
For more info, go to www.mourningmarket.com

Come check it out. Take a little somethin' home with you, or just stop by and say Howdy.

THANKS!

2009-10-02T18:15:00.000-07:00

To everyone who came out last night for the opening reception of my show, many thanks, it was great to see everyone. To all that bought something from the show...an even bigger thanks.
If you couldn't make it out for the opening, have no fear, the show runs through the end of the month . . . and if you can't physically make it to the gallery, you can check it out online at www.flatcolor.com

Thursday, October 1st...

2009-09-27T23:26:00.000-07:00

...less than one week until the opening of the "Light in the Darkness" show at FlatColor gallery.
Come see what I've been up to for the past couple of months...
The opening reception is Thursday, Oct. 1st from 5pm - 9pm. The show runs through the end of the month.
For more info, and to check out other cool stuff, head over to- www.flatcolor.com www.lordego1.deviantart.com www.creepmachine.com and www.redefinemag.com/arts/

Hope to see you there!

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25th

2009-09-17T15:18:00.000-07:00

Drum of the Draw - Friday September 25th 5-9pm

Flatcolor will be hosting Drum of the Draw again this month on Septemper 25th.
This live drawing event will feature the talents of local artists:

Kinoko
Joe Vollan
Ego
Amy Huddleston
Robert Hardgrave
Parskid.

All drawings from the event will be available for sale as they are completed!

When: Friday, September 25th, 2009 5-9pm
Where: Flatcolor Gallery, 528 First Ave. S. Seattle WA 98104, (206) 390-6537

http://www.flatcolor.com

For more info and pictures of the last event, Join the Drum of the Draw Facebook Grouphttp://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=130829262612

On the Horizon...

2009-09-01T14:17:00.000-07:00

Next...

2009-09-01T14:16:00.001-07:00

Travis Louie and I...

2009-09-01T14:06:00.000-07:00

This is a photo taken by Kirsten at the opening of Travis Louie's "Portrait of the Artist as a Young Monster" show at Roq La Rue. He is not just a great painter...he also has some of the best penmanship I've ever seen.

Seattle's City Hostel Art Collective...

2009-08-13T18:50:00.000-07:00

I was lucky enough to know some people who know some people that included me in a very epic, cool art project in Seattle' s Belltown neighborhood.

Belltown’s City Hostel Seattle Hosts:
“Let There Be Art!”

Opening Night Reception:
Friday August 14, 2009
from 5-9pm

LET THERE BE ART!: 47 of Seattle’s Finest Artists

OPENING RECEPTION on 2nd Friday Art Walk- August 14, 2009

Time: 5pm – 9pm
Ages: All Ages Encouraged!
Cost: Free
Live Music and Refreshments will be provided.
Gallery/Lobby: “Group Show” will be hanging from 8/14/09 – 9/16/09

City Hostel Seattle “Let There Be Art!” Hosts 47 Local Artists during Belltown’s Art Walk on Aug.14 2009.

City Hostel Seattle a new Hostel, in Seattle’s vibrant Belltown neighborhood , is featuring 47 Seattle Artists that will paint a wall mural in each room to showcase Seattle’s talented artists . The grand opening will be on Belltown’s Second Friday Artwalk August 14, 6pm-9pm, open and free to the public.

“LET THERE BE ART!” Is a project to give a collective voice to the Seattle artists whose talent is all too often unseen and unheard. City Hostel Seattle will be a platform for local Seattle artists to been seen on a local and international scale.

This will be a fun evening summer event on August 14th, 2009. For more information, please contact: Jen Vertz, Curator at upperplaygroundjen@gmail.com.

There is just way more information on this project than I feel like writing about here, so just follow the links to people who like writing about stuff. . . http://hostelartcollective.wordpress.com
http://www.flickr.com/photos/hostelseattleartcollective

Summer Update...

2009-07-12T17:13:00.000-07:00

Hey,
...Just checking in to let everyone know what's what, and like that.
I'm pretty much just enjoying the Summer and painting for the October show...which, by the way, I've come up with a name for... " Light in the Darkness".
I know, it sounds pretty cliche'...but it actually refers (at least partially...) to the color palette I'll be using.
More to come.
I think I'm going to have some work in a show in August too... as a part of the festivities surrounding the Seattle Tattoo Convention.
More on all of this, and everything else going on, soon.
I'll, very likely, be posting some preview pics in the not-so-distant future.
I hope everyone is enjoying the Summer-time!
That's all for now...

Wall To Wall (an extremely affordable art show...)

2009-05-30T17:10:00.000-07:00

A group show featuring the works of Solace, Ego, Angel 179, Weirdo...and more!
June 12th 6-9pm
8537 Greenwood Ave. N. Suite 1
http://www.greenwoodcollective.com/
...also check out www.urbanlightstudios.com/gallery
and, http://www.bherdstudios.com/

2009-05-16T01:24:00.000-07:00

All of my stuff from the "Marinade 2 Perfection" group show is now up in my DeviantArt gallery. Go have a look. (keep in mind, this is not the usual Ego-style most of you are familiar with...it is intentionally VERY tattoo style. Ink and Sloppy Watercolor on paper.)

More on my October show at Seattle's new FLATCOLOR GALLERY to come also...

What's next?

2009-04-30T14:14:00.002-07:00

Marinade to Perfection
A collection of contemporary Seattle Urban Artists

Featuring works by:
Ego
Solace
Weirdo
179

This show highlights 4 Seattle Urban Artists . Contributing themes include tattoo designs, toy and plush designs, traditional technique and cultural appropriation. Although the artists share a similar theme of taking urban subject matter and creating tantalizing images ; each artist has developed their unique style through very different backgrounds. From formal education, self taught know how and research, they each wield the power and understanding of their developed techniques to bring you this show. With this in mind, this exhibition just goes to show that you can't front on style!

M. Rosetta Hunter Art Gallery
Seattle Central Community College
1701 Broadway #BE2116

Artist Reception
May 6th 5-7pm
Show runs
May 5 through May 28

Gallery Hours:
9:30 am to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday
Evenings: 5-7 PM on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
FREE

206-344-4379 / www.seattlecentral.edu/artgallery

(After this show I will be taking some much needed time off to develop some new ideas and work on my next show, which will be at the new FLATCOLOR GALLERY in Seattle's Pioneer Square, in October 2009. More on that in the weeks to come... stay tuned!)

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"Burgeoning Heliotrope" Weirdo & Ego show Review

2009-04-24T18:06:00.000-07:00

Well, it's in the world now...you can see more images from the show in my DeviantArt gallery, or contact the gallery for purchase info... www.theroningallery.com

The Bane of Eternia...(Evo-Fest II Preview)

2009-04-09T15:16:00.001-07:00

The Bane of Eternia 16 x 20 mixed mediums (mostly acrylic) on panel
(photo by Jen Vertz)

courtesy of all copyright holders :)

2009-04-09T15:11:00.001-07:00

BURGEONING HELIOTROPE: The Art of Ego and Weirdo

Opening Ceremony
April 16th, 2009
7:00 – 11:00 p.m.

Ronin Gallery
1924 Echo Park Ave
Los Angeles CA 90026
p:323.284.8782
www.theroningallery.com

the RONIN.GALLERY is proud to present our first 2 man show with Weirdo and Ego Thursday April 16th! Burgeoning Heliotrope is sure to be an amazing show with the amount of talent these two artists have! Both artists will be flying down from Seattle to transform our gallery and show us their new works! Please come meet the artists and join us for a night of art, drinks and laughs! Ego is a Seattle based artist with a flair for slightly dark, whimsical creepiness, influenced by the macabre sides of tattoo culture, street art, and underground fine art. His work has been featured in galleries across North America, and published in many various media... and worn on the skin of his tattoo clients.

Adhering to the confines of classification, one might see Weirdo’s work in the light of pop surrealism or lowbrow if you must. Using oils in an organic painterly fashion, Weirdo devises worlds beyond comprehension. He melds imagery native to his northwest inhabitance and couples it with a highly graphic sense of rhythm and flow. Add to this the ever present life force represented by his “Orgns”, his love for digital embellishments, and then you get a small glimpse of the havens Weirdo marinates in. In the infinite pursuit of greatness, Weirdo extends his talents into the realms of large-scale murals, custom vinyl toys, as well as graphic and product design.

Nationally acclaimed artists, residing in Seattle, both will be at the Opening Reception for their show "Burgeoning Heliotrope" on April 16, 2009. For more information, please contact: info@theroningallery.com. Contact for the artists directly is as follows. EGO: www.lordego1.deviantart.com or email lordego1@hotmail.com. WEIRDO: www.myspace.com/weirdopt or email weirdopt@yahoo.com

Sic Transit Gloria Mundi...

2009-03-02T12:02:00.001-08:00

So, here's my submission for the "This is the end" art show at the Alternative Cafe Gallery 3/6/09 - 4/13/09.
16 x 20
Acrylic on panel

The show looks sooo good, such a great line-up of artists.
I'm honored to be included.

(See poster below...)

What's up...?

2009-02-18T16:00:00.000-08:00

New Old Stuff...

2009-01-18T16:21:00.000-08:00

So...yeah...

2008-12-30T14:10:00.000-08:00

Long time, no post...
I'll just give the obvious cop-out - "I've been busy"... weak, but true.
The real truth is...I'm just not that good at writing.
If you really want to keep up with my artsy stuff, check out http://www.lordego1.deviantart.com
I'm actually pretty good at keeping that stuff updated.
The big holiday season was pretty mellow (in the best possible way...).
I was sick for a minute, but I'm much better now. (too much playing in the snow...)
Right now I'm just enjoying a little calm before the next storm. I will be back on my hectic show schedule again, starting in February, with a retrospective show at GEMS in Seattle's Pioneer Square (I'm pretty sure it will be a first Thursday opening...), then, it just keeps going from there on into the new year!
I won't lie about any kind of New Year's resolution to keep up with this blog deal better, but I will make some kind of effort.
Happy New Year!

O.K.

2008-08-28T20:35:00.000-07:00

So... I totally blew it for July and August.
There were, at least 3 art shows, 3 live painting events, and all the usual stuff. I guess I was busy, or something... anyway...I'll try to be better next month.

...and in July

2008-06-06T15:10:00.000-07:00

Come check out my solo show at GARGOYLES STATUARY in Seattle's University District.

The show opens Friday July 18th and runs through August 11th.

There will be an opening reception on Friday the 18th in conjunction with the U. District Art Walk from 5 until 9pm.

What's goin' on...

2008-06-06T14:52:00.000-07:00

Summer is on it's way (but, you wouldn't know it if you live in Seattle right now...), and I have a few updates:
Thursday, June 12th there will be a benefit art show and party with all proceeds going to the further awesome-ization of the Marginal Way Skatepark.
I will be donating some artsy stuff for the function, along with some other cool skateboarding art folks...
The event will take place @ MISSION in West Seattle. (2325 California Ave SW.)
The festivities kick off at 8pm (...sorry kids, 21 and older I.D. required).
More info at http://www.marginalwayskatepark.org/
See ya' there.

Carry 5 update...

2008-05-13T00:31:00.000-07:00

Hey kids... If anyone out there actually uses this site to keep track of my goings on...I apologize for not being on top of the updates as well as I should.

1st-
I never even mentioned a word about the Emerald City Comic Con this year (In my defense, I haven't had an internet connection at my house for about a month...and I was very busy with a ton of projects, including stuff for the Comic-Con...).
All excuses aside... Thanks to everyone who stopped by to see me, and special thanks to those of you who bought my crap.
The geographic location of my booth was not ideal this year, but I still did pretty well, and had some fun. See you again next April...

2nd-
I have some other artsy functions coming up over the next couple of months, including a solo show at GARGOYLES in Seattle's University District in July. (More details to come...)
My good friend Angel (179) has a show up in Ballard right now at MARKET STREET SHOES 2215 MARKET STREET , including work from some of her buddies (like me!). Check it out!

Last, but not least-
I did a design for a Thrasher Skate Rock Marginal Way Skatepark T-shirt that turned out pretty cool (check out the picture posted above...)
...and finally here is a picture of my jug from the CARRY 5 ART SHOW...for more info, or to place your bid, go to http://www.carry5.org/

'Til next time... Take care!

Carry 5 Project...

2008-04-15T18:40:00.000-07:00

www.carry5.org

Also...

2008-03-07T16:00:00.000-08:00

I have been invited to show some stuff at Idaho State University (Pocatello) in the MIND'S EYE GALLERY. The show will run from March 31 through April 11.

The newest in news...

2008-03-06T13:59:00.000-08:00

...just a quick update: Check out creepmachine.com I am one of the featured artists this month (Thanks Josh).

In related news Creep Machine is hosting a group show at the SPACE gallery in San Francisco in April, inspired by B movies, which I have been invited to be a part of (more on that at thebmovieshow.blogspot.com).

That is all for now...

What's going on?

2008-02-14T03:33:00.000-08:00

Well, right now I am part of a group show at alpha cult in Long Beach California, featuring Seattle artists.

The show is called quiet as kept.

It will run through Mar. 5th

...for more info go to http://www.alphacult.com/

So...

2008-01-22T05:25:00.000-08:00

Here's my contribution to the group show/auction to benefit the Angel City Derby Girls at "Meltdown" gallery in Los Angeles at the end of this month...

Back from Portland...

2008-01-07T19:23:00.000-08:00

The "Look what you've done!" show opening at "Together" gallery was pretty fun. Thanks to Parskid for the invitation to participate.
The trip was made even more fun by the hijinx that ensued at the after party at the Jupiter Hotel...and the grand opening party of an awesome vegan strip mall that includes "Food Fight" vegan grocery store, that was offering free samples of some seriously delicious vegan treats, "Sweet Pea" vegan bakery, where I had even more deliciousness, and Scapegoat tattoo...which is all Vegan also...(good people).
I'm glad to be home.
My next artsy events are in February in California, including a group show at "Alpha Cult" in Long Beach, curated by Solace Wonder....and a group show to benefit the Angel City Derby Girls at "Meltdown" gallery in LA.
More soon...

Oh yeah...

2007-12-19T01:37:00.000-08:00

Here are other places to find out about stuff I do...
http://www.lordego1.deviantart.com http://www.myspace.com/emeraldcitytattoo http://www.odeum.org http://www.emeraldcitytattoo.net

LOOK WHAT YOU'VE DONE!

2007-12-18T16:45:00.000-08:00

Hey Portland...look out, here we come!

"Played Out" Photos...

2007-12-09T19:26:00.000-08:00

Here are some crappy cel. phone photos of a couple of pieces from my latest solo show...

Done!

2007-12-08T15:33:00.000-08:00

O.k. My December solo show opening at "35th" is a done deal. Thanks to everyone who came out. Good times! I will post some photos soon...

Amanda did it...

2007-12-05T11:27:00.000-08:00

Mystery solved.

Ego's vanishing red door...

2007-12-02T02:45:00.000-08:00

I painted this door as a part of a crazy art show that went down the other night. Apparently the door was stolen... (that shit was a heavy, solid door...so whoever stole it, earned it.) I'm not sure how they were able to get it down the stairs and out of the building without anyone noticing...

Anyway, my friend Angel told me about it being stolen via text message, so I hope to find out more. Stay tuned...

Finally I'd like to thank my friend Joey for taking such nice photos of it. (The photos are all that's left to prove it ever existed...)

C'est la vie!

ART SHOW!

2007-11-26T13:06:00.000-08:00

<--- 35th North Skateshop~ 1100 E. Pike~ Seattle~ Friday December 7th~ 2007~ 8-10 pm

Playing Catch-up...

2007-11-21T12:31:00.001-08:00

Alrighty then... I have a lot of stuff to post here, so it looks like for the next couple of weeks I will just be trying to catch up and post some older stuff (likely to be some new stuff in the mix as well...).

So... let's begin, shall we?

2007-11-15T22:29:00.000-08:00

O.k. So First things first...Thanks to Jessica for kicking my ass into gear and starting this Blog for me.
So now I guess it's up to me to keep it going, so...here's the latest.
This is a piece I painted with my friend "Angel 179 last week".

Day One

2007-11-15T17:02:00.000-08:00

This is an example of some art stuff Ego has made. His short history: he's a dude from, ahem, New Jersey who has lived his best arting years in Seattle. His work is reflective of his art training--graffiti, tattooing and an unhealthy obsession with art books. An artist in every sense of the word, he sees life through a unique lens. This is indicative in his work, which varies from painting and illustration to photography. He's freakishly moralled yet can be heard yelling things like "shove it up your fuckhole, shit tits" when driving. Such is his complicated nature, which along with his art, is best described as subversive but whimsical.

--Anonymous Art Lover