Here’s a fantastic video of be nice art friends very own Greg Minah. A beautiful peak into the studio and into the methodic and rythmic process of his paintings. Had the amazing privilege to have collaborated with Greg on a large scale painting when we were together as undergrads at University of Maryland College Park… it might be time for a reunion : )
A short video highlighting the unique painting method of Baltimore-based artist, Greg Minah.
Greg Minah creates his abstract paintings by pouring thinned out acrylic paint onto the canvas and then tilting and turning the stretcher to precisely control the flow of the medium. Often, a layer is partially removed with pressurized water before it has a chance to completely cure, leaving only the outline of the poured paint and revealing the multi-layered construction of the work. This method of working might best be described as a collaboration between artist and material. The result is a lyrical moment suspended in time but the significance remains fluid as it relies entirely on the encounter with the viewer.
A few of us at Be Nice Art Friends made our way out to brooklyn tuesday night to see Chad Vangaalen, one of our favorite musicians and artists. His latest release on Sub Pop titled Diaper Island has been running on rotation for about a month now and is definitely a must listen. Check him out performing “Sara” captured here on the iPhone.
As of course everyone knows, the Summer Solstice is when the Sun reaches its highest position in the sky resulting in the longest day and the shortest night of the year. We here at Be Nice Art Friends couldn’t be happier. The Summer Solstice means outdoor beer gardens, air conditioned movie theaters, Coney Island play dates, and most importantly, excessive amounts of energy and change. Summer is when all of the magic happens. You’re learning new tricks and perfecting old ones. You’re developing new compositions while refining tried and trusted methods. Color palattes are expanding as are social circles. Canvases are larger and margins no longer exist.
Summer is a season to embrace change and to make moves. Serious moves. Move your body. Set your goals high and activate your life. Get creative and don’t stop moving your body. Say hello to all of those strangers you want to say hello to. That’s how friends are made. Be nice art friends.
As previously mentioned Long Island City artist Jason Douglas Griffin opened a line up of group shows at the Christina Ray Gallery in SOHO New York this past Thursday. Griffin’s latest installment is made up mostly of works from his “1 Million Ninjas” series, a truly unique installment that pulls a large amount of its materials from the social network Facebook.
Griffin has taken it upon himself to help “Ninja-fy” Facebook, one “like” at a time with his 1 Million Ninjas page on the social network’s site, thus creating completely original works of art a la minute.
This use of Facebook is a great example to showcase one of the many untapped potentials social networking and social media have to offer the art world. The artist incorporates his audience into his art helping to create a real personal bond between the two parties. “Ninjas” is just the beginning, I don’t think the art world and social media have had their last tango just yet.
If you have a chance, please check out this great exhibition:
Exhibition Dates: June 16 – July 3, 2011
Location: 30 Grand Street, Ground Floor . Hours: Wednesday-Sunday, 12-6pm
Directions: A/C/E to Canal Street or 1 to Canal Street; gallery is located between Thompson Street and 6th Avenue
Brandon Friend Defender (27 of 50)
Imprinted Acrylic & Mixed Media on Wood Panel
8″ x 8″
2011 Brandon Friend Defender (28 of 50)
Imprinted Acrylic & Mixed Media on Wood Panel
8″ x 8″
2011
