2xJump: art

Monday, February 11, 2013

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Juan Carlos Pinto AN RLOS PINTO Recycle Projects, Mosaics & Public Art ABOUT J Carlos Pinto is a self represented artist from Guatemala who has been working for the past 12 years in Brooklyn New York, and his art is as expressive as his native and lush, colorful Central American nation. Pinto’s artwork is also poignantly aggressive and projects a revolutionary declaration. The scope of his art covers abstract painting, tile work, wood work, stencil spray, and use of non-biodegradable plastic and glass. Most of Pinto’s media comes from salvaged material and found objects Pinto’s use of plastic is unique and pulsates with hidden significance. He uses discarded plastic Metro Cards, which he dices and cuts into different shapes and pastes together to form pictures and messages. The idea of using these non-biodegradable cards is to reinforce recycling and prolonging its use indefinitely while providing the artist with a source free material. It is also a way of reminding us about the danger this material can cause if left to seep into the earth. Pinto uses broken tile and glass to create mosaics, using the spectrum of colors to impart rich visualizations of his subjects. His weaving of color is also prominent in his folk oriented handicrafts, such as Mayan inspired masks, painted gourds, as well as abstract paintings that, like a mirage, play with the imagination. Issues such as and animal rights, environmental preservation, and empowerment of minorities are frequently incorporated into Pinto’s work. He is also planning a series of murals and public art in Brooklyn, New York. Pinto’s art exudes confidence, energy and challenge. It draws one into a dual world of playfulness and social responsibility. His legacy, as he sees it, is to be known as an artist who demands change to a Green Revolution.

Saturday, May 5, 2012

Fashion Soul WIA 5.5.12

"Where It's At" Saturday May 5th
Amos' Southend Charlotte, NC
(in conjunction with Fashion Soul)

"Where It's At" is a live, visual art production involving several artists. They create an ever morphing piece over a three hour span of time.

The artists draw from their own styles, energy, and event vibe to create a unique final project. Think of it as a jam session, using paint instead of instruments!

Previous "Where It's At"s have taken place at Common Market in Plaza Midwood, Bass Church, and as part of the Culture Initiative 3 year anniversary held at AKA this past December.

This event will feature artists GONZA, JuliotheMexican, Erich Moffitt and Scott Partridge.

For future "Where It's At" events:

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CONTACT@wonderwhatif.com

Sunday, November 27, 2011

WHERE IT'S AT

WHERE ITS AT will be taking place at the Culture Initiative 3 year anniversary party Massive live instillation 12/17/11 316 Remount Rd Charlotte NC 28203 ******************* WILL BE STREAMED ************************** http://www.ustream.tv/channel/whereits 316 Remount Rd Charlotte NC 28203 special collaboration w/: ANDREW BLACK GONZA JULIOTHEMEXICAN SCOTT PARTRIDGE SCOTT WHITESIDE - 5,000 sq/ft of showroom/warehouse - 3D art showcase (installations, sculptures, and more) - featured art display (from our favorite artist in the region) - dj booth w/ New Dork City playg Chill Wave all night long (Tober Lerone, BWillackers, Miami Dice) - live music stage w/ the Dirty Specials, the Shaniqua Brown's, and more TBA - beer, wine, & other beverages - photo booth - interactive photo shoot - free parking w/ roaming security - $10 all night for everyone more info on the way."

Thursday, October 20, 2011

Carhartt Public Provocations

Aryz x Public Provocations 3 from dans fovs on Vimeo.

This video series by the artist ‘Public Provocations’ is really something, done in collaboration with some of the best muralists of our time in the space in Germany owned by the Central European fabric manufacturer, Carhartt. Here are the episodes dedicated to El Mac, Aryz, and Loomit.