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Ian Firth (aka Friff) sent us these rad images of his latest custom Mini Munny, "Dave." Meet Dave as he steps out of the Discovery - based on 2001's Dave he comes with his own Hal 9000 wooden box. I'm digging the color scheme and the amount of polish put into this piece (considering it's just a Mini.) 
The paint job and extra thought put into the box makes for a really cool overall package. I'm a sucker for good packing and people (or companies) who spend the time to actually put some thought into what helps carry or contain the art. If you don't have good packaging, you're just being lazy! :P I liken it to a great painting with a crappy frame. How lame would that be? 
I think it really turned out great. Too bad he's not for sale. "Dave" has already found a home with Ron Lu. I'm jealous. At least Ron was nice enough to take some good pics of the newest edition to his collection. Thanks guys!
-Xopher
P.S. Check out more pics of "Dave" right here on Flickr.
P.P.S. Check out Friff's other work here on his blog. And follow him here on Twitter.
Friday, November 13, 2009
Fresh new work from Friff!
1:AM Gallery Presents Tabi Tabi Po: Filipino Folklore and Benefit for Typhoon Victims
“Tabi Tabi Po” is an art show dedicated to celebrating Filipino folklore through urban contemporary art at 1:AM Gallery in San Francisco. The Kapre, Manananggal, Dwende, Tikbalang, and Aswang are just a sampling of these haunting creatures that will be brought to life in this exhibit. A percentage of the art sales will be donated to the victims of typhoon Ondoy and Pepeng through BAYAN Philippines and BALSA (Bayanihan para sa Sambayanan). The opening reception is tonight, Novemer 13th, from 7-10:30pm and the show will run through December 12th.
The curator, James “gaNyan” Garcia, has put together a killer lineup that includes Filipino artists from the US, Philippines, and even Norway. The artists include:
Stateside:
Angry Woebots, Stuter, gaNyan, Marikina, Gem Mateo, CeCe Carpio, Pancho Abalos, Mark Canto, Miguel (Bounce) Perez, Darvin (Boohi) Vida, England Hidalgo, Jerrell Conner, Nic Cowan, Andre Sibayan, Ciriaco Sayoc II, J2, Marc Aure, Peabe, Marlon Sagana Ingram, Minette Mangahas, Dyno, Christopher de Leon, Cat Chiu Phillips, Isabel (Pepper), Roxas, John Yoyogi Fortes, Allison Torneros, Mel Vera Cruz, Simbulan, Ray Haguisan
Philippines:
Manuel Ocampo, Analog, Boy Agimat, Dex Fernandez, Bru, Nelz Yumul, Katwo Puertollano, Jigger Cruz, Sam Ramos, Okto, Abi Dayacap, Melancholy, Liza Flores, Luis Lorenzana, Jon Jaylo, Mica Cabildo, Bjorn Calleja
Norway: Jet Pascua
Since the Bay Area has the largest population of Filipinos in America to date, Garcia and 1:AM gallery invite all to come celebrate and learn more about the colorful traditions of the Filipino culture and help raise money for the typhoon victims.
The month-long event includes:
-Opening Reception: Nov 13th from 7-10:30pm
-Bindlestiff Puppet Show: Dec 5 from 5:30-8pm
-Closing Reception: Dec 12th from 6-9pm
- Live performance by Baliktad
-Ongoing screening of “Tabi Tabi Po” companion Film Documentary. Interviews from several artists participating in the exhibit. Filmed by Maya Santos, Glenn Aquino, James (gaNyan) Garcia, edited by Aiza Bonus
"Transfinite" custom Yoka by Brent Nolasco
"LARVOPUS" by Plaseebo
Troy Stith's "Urban Storyteller" Toof Sneak Peek!
NERVISWR3K CUSTOM
Follow the Coins!
S"K"UM-kun you picked the name...
Stefan Bucher's Daily Monster #58
Stefan is a super talented artist, and a super cool guy to boot! You can now follow all of his updates via his Twitter profile HERE, not on Twitter yet? Get a move on!
From Stefan's Blog:
Now... what's the secret kept by Monster 58? What's he looking at? What caught his many eyes? What caused his odd head shape? Is 58 taking the day off? Or is he working on something? Pursuing a personal goal? Or just doing the dishes? Why do you think its hand evolved that way? I hope you'll let me know. I can't wait to see what's going through your head. Please...
