Artists WA – showcasing West Australian artists

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to check out the insides of the Condor Tower Carpark in Perth’s CBD. On July 25th, for one night only you can witness a street art project on a scale not seen before in Australia!

The Condor Tower Carpark is a private 5 level carpark coated in street art thanks to the ololo team, and over 80 artists from Perth, eastern states and some internationals. Just a few of the artists involved in the project include Creepy, Stormie Mills, Jodee Knowles, Timothy Rollin, Hurben, THNK, Showbiz, Shime, Task, Pat Doherty, Trevor6025, Yo-Yo, Rifs, Daek, Sam DeSouza, Beastman, Drewfunk Yo, Kid Zoom, Reka, Grumps, and many, many more!

This is one night only and should not be missed.

Come down and support art in Perth!

July 25th 2009 – 6pm – midnight

Condor Tower Car Park
22 St Georges Terrace
Perth

For further details, check out www.ololo.info
Event page on facebook  here

For a sneak preview of some  of the work at Condor Tower, see flickr

The City of Lights – FREE GRAFFITI RESEARCH LAB (NYC) WORKSHOP THIS WEEKEND

There is no doubt that graffiti has been a hot topic in Perth over recent weeks. With debate over regulating laws, sentencing and civilian rights, what better time to throw a little extra light on the subject.

A surprise visit this weekend by the renowned arts group New York’s Graffiti Research Lab (GRL) will add a splash of non permanent colour over inner city streetscapes, as high tech laser technology allows participants to ‘tag’ skyscrapers and other city surfaces.

In an age where graffiti is plastered over the walls of high end galleries and featured on every second clothing and lifestyle product, yet the act of just carrying a can of spray paint can land you in serious legal trouble, Graffiti’s place in today’s society is an issue that needs some focus and discussion.

Join the Graffiti Research Lab as they explore the issues and show their work at a free presentation and forum this Sunday followed by an ‘open workshop’ for all interested on the streets of Perth.

FREE GRAFFITI RESEARCH LAB PRESENTATION
FOLLOWED BY SOME MONUMENTAL LASER TAG PUBLIC ART INTERVENTIONS AROUND THE CITY AFTERWARDS.
ALL WELCOME

7 – 8PM Sunday March 9th
The Bakery ARTRAGE Complex
233 James Street Northbridge

Pierre is a Perth based graphic designer and illustrator with a varied design career. Originally studying and working in web design, he moved into the print industry which allowed his interest in art and technology to combine more fruitfully. He has since shifted into the area of digital graphics and illustration in a more professional context, working at a startup advertising and design studio. Having recently completed his studies he intends to pursue these areas with gusto.

Pierre grew up admiring many comic books and cartoons, particularly Tintin – loving the clean outlines and detailed scenes of Herge’s creation. He often incorporates these influences into much of his illustration work.

Pierre draws particular inspiration from pre production artwork and concepts found in the video game and motion picture industries, and the huge range of techniques employed in visualizing these creations through to completion. It is one area where he would love to work in one day….

ArtistsWA recently had an article on OnVoiceOver website, to view the story please click: www.onvoiceover.com/articles/awa/

OnVoiceOver is an online resource that profiles the work and projects of Australian creatives. It is also something of an archive, or a time capsule, and a way of keeping a record of projects and events.