Phx art scene
#1
Posted 02 October 2009 - 10:24 AM
but it's short and descriptive - so nevermind the negative connotations associated with the word and, instead, let's discuss art in Phoenix.
There's a lot of bad (naturally) but there's a lot of good - just like with anything (bands, businesses, etc.)
I personally like working as an artist in Phoenix.
The galleries are easy to get into if you are a starting artist, first fridays is a great way to get your work seen by thousands of people, people buy art here, studio and living spaces are cheap, there are a good number of galleries operating, people are in the "scene" are receptive to new artists/work, it seems like galleries are open to interesting and new creative projects....
it kind of reminds me of the early movements in Berlin, when artist were flocking in droves to the city mainly because of the reasons mentioned above (and also the generous grants being handed out).
Am i saying that Phx's art scene is comparable to Berlin's?
No.
what do you think?
#2
Posted 02 October 2009 - 10:37 AM
I used to live across the street from this artist, Ed Dominguez. I thought he had a fantastic sense of light & I bought a couple of his paintings. Unfortunately the dude moved to Las Vegas.
http://www.phoenixartspace.com/video/4
The art world is a funny place. Basically if rich people start to buy your paintings, all of a sudden you're "legitimized" as a real artist. Bleah.
Knight's Wake
https://knightswake....mp.com/releases
And other stuff:
http://jamesmileshq.bandcamp.com/
Record label: https://www.facebook.com/soursymphony
#3
Posted 02 October 2009 - 10:40 AM
and when scenes of any kind become credible and acknowledged, then more people move in to capitalize on it.
but i do think we have a good amount of really talented working artists living and exhibiting in phx at the moment.
#4
Posted 02 October 2009 - 11:02 AM
Oh and Jacki I like this alot!
#5
Posted 02 October 2009 - 11:05 AM
We should do some kind of shizz music n' art show....
something cool.....music and art exhibition...
#6
Posted 02 October 2009 - 11:19 AM
Jacki, What would you charge if a band wanted you to do an Album lay out?
Would you have to like the band?
What info if any would you need to do this?
#7
Posted 02 October 2009 - 11:30 AM
I've never done that so that would be a cool new project.
i would have to like the band or at least respect their music
info.....
i dont really know.
i guess what the music sounds like, deadlines, any ideas or things that the band members like that they'd want to be represented in the artwork.
sizes..is it a cd, etc..
- i would totally do something for one of your bands Mikey! That would be rad.
#8
Posted 02 October 2009 - 11:34 AM
#9
Posted 02 October 2009 - 12:09 PM
I've seen a lot of great stuff!
I like your stuff Jacki.
I plan on doing stuff myself, but it's mostly gorilla style art.
You know, the stuff you get put in jail for!
#10
Posted 02 October 2009 - 12:12 PM
On page one of this thread i posted and me and you said almost the exact same thing!I'm only familiar with the art "scene" though playing shows at modified and going to first friday.
I've seen a lot of great stuff!
I like your stuff Jacki.
I plan on doing stuff myself, but it's mostly gorilla style art.
You know, the stuff you get put in jail for!
WE ARE BROTHERS!!!!!
#11
Posted 02 October 2009 - 12:16 PM
#12
Posted 02 October 2009 - 12:32 PM
On page one of this thread i posted and me and you said almost the exact same thing!
I'm only familiar with the art "scene" though playing shows at modified and going to first friday.
I've seen a lot of great stuff!
I like your stuff Jacki.
I plan on doing stuff myself, but it's mostly gorilla style art.
You know, the stuff you get put in jail for!
WE ARE BROTHERS!!!!!
BROTHERS DON'T SHAKE HANDS...BROTHERS GOTTA HUG!!!
#14
Posted 02 October 2009 - 01:25 PM
#15
Posted 02 October 2009 - 01:52 PM
One of the things I like is how many of the artists cross mediums. For example Jackie O writes, paints, and runs shows. This might be a trait of all creative types but I feel Phoenix really encourages places to constantly try new things.
One of the things I like about the arts in Phoenix is how easy it is too get involved. 3rd Friday at the Firehouse is a great example of many venues and events were it is easy to get up there and try something.
Unfortunately we don’t have enough of an arts industry, like L.A. and New York for people to “make it.” So Phoenix seems to be a great place to hone your art and discover your voice but to make it you will have to move on.
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