Courts



Drainage Ditch



Fields

I love the simplicity of these works by Chris Ballantyne. Subtle, quiet, beautiful…

Burning the midnight oil this Memorial day in the studio. 2 new works in progress… here’s a look at the floor below. Stay tuned for updates on the Defenders and their piles of debris : )

- BF

Fresh off the latest release by Ninja Tune artist Daedelus – Love to Make Music To

Be Nice Art Friends LOVE Daedelus!

Hello fans and visitors. Today i bring to you, SIMILARITY SATURDAY! Every Saturday, through reasearch and coincidence, I will display and discuss some striking similarities between artists, musicians, etc. from the past to artists, musicians, etc. seen during our current era of culture. Through making art, making posts, and exposing myself to all sorts of media, i’ve found a lot of heartfelt and striking similarities between what is now and what was. It is extremely interesting to unravel people’s inspirations. It not only gives you a better understanding of where they come from, but also gives you a unique chance to relate to having your own inspirations and influences as well. That is certainly one of the things Be Nice Art Friends is all about. Sharing with you a part of who we are! I hope you enjoy this first post, and the many more to come. Your feedback and commentary is always much appreciated and more than welcome. My interpretations may be unique, of course catering to my tastes and my influences, so I graciously accept all friendly debates. Here’s to a great Memorial Weekend!

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to start off with a bang i present to you two power houses in their respective media, sporting striking similarities and certainly being a huge inspiration and motivation for me.



SUBJECT A

1) If you’ve seen Akira, anime film produced in 1988, then you must remember really well the opening sequence especially that heart pumping introduction song (Kaneda’s Theme). The heavy drums, in accordance with the sounds of missiles firing, heavy thunder, and fiery explosions definitely got my blood rushing, sitting in anticipation of what I was about to see. If you haven’t seen the film, or need a revisit check out this clip…





SUBJECT B

2) Panda Bear! Amazing musician, he is part of one of the best bands making music today, Animal Collective. Let’s visit the track Afterburner, from his latest album Tomboy. Aside from our pending similarity comparison, i get that gooey geeky feeling thinking about it being the same name as that amazing fighter pilot arcade game from the 80′s, wah waaaah. So anyways, back to business. At the opening of the song, you hear what seems to me like a missile firing or some kind of projective flying off. Then come those same rhythmic drums, leading you progressively into that burst of sound you anxiously await. Let’s take a listen…



Preeeetty close if you ask me

Check out the latest video ” Peace on the Rise” by Chad Vangaalen.
Diaper Island is a SMASH! Get it NOW

Have to love the summer anthems of 2011… thank you Chad : )



Here’s another just because it’s that good.

Just came across Sean’s art with Lego bricks at the LIC Arts Open this past week. It’s pretty clear that Sean Kenney has the best job in the world… incredible work!

more info @
seankenney.com

THE SAIGA

The saiga is a critically endangered antelope that currently resides in remote parts of Russia. At one time, it’s species covered a vast area, populating China and even some parts of Europe. Before the ice age it’s said to have inhabited certain parts of North America as well.
One of the major reasons the animal has become endangered is because the horns of the saiga are believed to contain miraculous healing power.

The nose of the saiga looks like a strange curved trumpet. It varies from species to species, but it plays a vital role in their existence. It filters wind-blown dust and sand from the air the animal breathes. It also acts as a heat-exchange device. The nasal mucus warms the freezing air of the Eurasian steppes, where the saiga has no natural shelter.

The animal travels in herds, constantly on the move and always on the guard against attack from predators.
Mating takes place at the beginning of winter. The herds break up into harems, each led by an older male. The young males form bachelor herds of their own.

Ecologists and other experts are working hard to help maintain their population and pave the way for a safe migration cycle.
Hopefully their efforts are met with success in preserving such a fascinating creature.

Flaming Lips frontman Wayne Coyne tweeted yesterday that his band’s highly anticipated collaboration with producer Prefuse 73 would be “coming out later today.” Always true to his word, today saw all four tracks from the EP appear on YouTube courtesy of the band (as first reported by Psych-rock blog Psych Explorations of the Future Heart). As previously reported, instead of a traditional album the Lips plan to release a series of EPs and recordings throughout 2011. You can stream all four songs above. (via Jambands.com)

Listen up basic bitches, keep your Gucci, Louis, Fendi, and Prada Kreayshawn ain’t want none of it. NONE OF IT!

Teebs – Why Like This





Mtendere Teebs Mandowa is a musician and fine artist based in Los Angeles, California. Working with a circle of other brilliant musicians (Daedelus, Flying Lotus, and Yuk too name a few), he brings a very blissful and meditative touch to the L.A. music scene.

To celebrate the premier of his album Ardour off of Flying Lotus’ label Brainfeeder, he hosted a party and gallery show at Space 15 Twenty in downtown L.A.

Below you can check out some of the work shown at the record release.