Tuesday, May 31, 2011

DMV Opening, Toulouse, France

Dran and the entire DMV crew together for the first time in 10 years.  Toulouse, France. Photographs courtesy of Butterfly.

Thursday, May 26, 2011

The Interview : D Young V

An interview with San Francisco based artist D Young V.  Photographs courtesy of Birdman, D Young V, The Tender, and Zombie. Click the jump for the full interview.

Zombie Box Wrap

New work from Zombie in Hollywood. Photographs courtesy of Jennifer Leigh Strauss Photography.

Studio Visit : Gregory Siff

Birdman recently visited the studio of Gregory Siff. Photographs courtesy of Birdman.

Wednesday, May 25, 2011

Koffinz Goes Huge

New massive piece by Koffinz at the old Bates Motel in Los Angeles. Photographs courtesy of *enjoy.

Case In Culver City

German artist Case completed this mural late last month in Culver City. Photographs courtesy of Jennifer Leigh Strauss Photography.

Tuesday, May 24, 2011

Outside In Screening

Don't miss the premier screening of Outside In : The Story Of Art In The Streets, tonight at the Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood.

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Hush - Twins

Coverage of the opening of Hush's solo show "Twins". Photographs courtesy of Birdman.

Sunday, May 22, 2011

Studio Visit : Desire Obtain Cherish

Birdman had the chance to visit the studio of Desire Obtain Cherish. He got some great shots of an array of work. Photographs courtesy of Birdman.

Saturday, May 21, 2011

Kofie & El Mac Mural

New mural collaboration from El Mac & Kofie at 33third in Los Angeles. Photographs courtesy of Jennifer Leigh Strauss Photography.

Friday, May 20, 2011

Gay Is Good

New street work from Homo Riot.  The title shot is amazing with the pink wall in the background. Photographs courtesy of Homo Riot.

Help Desk In Long Beach

New work from Help Desk in Long Beach.

Desire Obtain Cherish : Billboard Takeover

Some rooftop shots of Desire Obtain Cherish's new, and highly impressive billboard takeover. Photographs courtesy of Birdman.

Thursday, May 19, 2011

New Hush At Barracuda

British street artist Hush is in LA for the opening of his solo show at The New Image Art Gallery, "Twins".  It opens May 21st, and to promote it, he painted a beautiful piece on the wall at De La Barracuda. Photographs courtesy of Cali Killa.

Retna In Pasadena

New Retna mural in Pasadena. The mural is in conjunction with the current show running at the Pasadena Museum of California Art, "Street Cred : Graffiti Art From Concrete To Canvas".

MBW Poses In Front Of His Work

Birdman and Mr. Brainwash had a little fun yesterday while Mr. Brainwash posed in front of his finished pieces as well as recommended some shots for Birdman to take. Photographs courtesy of Birdman.

Wednesday, May 18, 2011

What Graffiti Is To New York - Street Art Is To Los Angeles

All of us here at Neighborhood Watch are extremely excited to see what this show has to offer.  The line-up is stellar and from what I hear so is the venue.  Continue reading for more info.

Freeway Killa

New work from Cali Killa up top a bridge above the 110.

Mr. Brainwash & Son Finish The Wall

Some photographs of Mr. Brainwash's newest piece had started to make their way around the internet, but the piece wasn't finished yet. Late yesterday evening the final touches we're added, an all out assault of red sprays and splatters from Mr. Brainwash and his son.

Venice Art Walk Skate Surf Auction

Gregory Siff
Kicking off the Venice Art Walk weekend is a skateboard and surfboard exhibition and auction featuring reused, recycled, and recreated skate decks and surfboards. There will be take home one-of-a-kind decks created by more than 50 artists. Continue reading for more information. Photographs courtesy of Kristina Campbell.

Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Banksy At MOCA

Two new pieces from Banksy for his exhibit at MOCA. The first is a version of the Mona Lisa, the second is a take on his Balloon Girl. Photographs courtesy of Birdman.

Monday, May 16, 2011

Leba - Loss Of The American Dream

Leba went big last week with his house takeover on the Venice boardwalk. The piece is titled "Loss of the American Dream". Photographs courtesy of The Site Unscene.

The Site Unscene Interviews Destroy All Design

The Site Unscene just released an exclusive interview with Destroy All Design.  It's a must read, so follow the link to check it out.

Read Full Interview Here

Synder At Night

Here is a second look at a couple of the newer pieces from Snyder that we previously covered. This time, night shots. Photographs courtesy of Birdman.

More Urban Birdhouses

More work from Brooklyn based XAM's most recent trip to Los Angeles.

A Random Gift From Random Act

Birdman spent some time with Random Act on Sunday.  She painted two new flowers, one with a special dedication. Photographs and commentary courtesy of Birdman.

Saturday, May 14, 2011

Never Never Give Up

New work from Mr. Brainwash on his studio in Los Angeles. Photographs courtesy of Jennifer Leigh Strauss Photography.

Snyder : Jaws

New piece from Snyder, Jaws.  In Los Angeles, photographs courtesy of B.Land.

Friday, May 13, 2011

KH No. 7 Prepping For LAB ART

KH No. 7 working on a big and beautiful gold spark plug in preparations for LAB ART opening. Photographs courtesy of Birdman.

Snyder At Work

Snyder putting up his new piece, Jaws.  He has once again implemented his signature drip technique, and this piece looks amazing. Check back for pictures of the finished product. Photographs courtesy of B.Land.

Studio Visit : Thank You X

Photographer B.Land recently visited the studio of artist Thank You X.  He came away with some really great shots of  X's gallery work. Photographs courtesy of B.Land.

Alec Monopoly, Gregory Siff, and X on GDLA for the Opening of LAB ART

Alec, X, and Gregory Siff pose after their appearance on Good Day LA yesterday morning.  They appeared to promote the opening of LAB ART today.  Photographs courtesy of Gregory Siff.

Beverly Alley Gets A Face Lift

The old wall in the alley on Beverly with new and old work from 2wenty, Cali Killa, D Young V, Destroy All Design, Eddie Colla, Haunted Euth, Hugh Leeman, Killed, Koffinz, Pastey White, Septerhed, Smog City, and Zombie.

SHT! in Echo Park

Great placement with this piece by SHT! in Echo Park.

Cali Killa At Work

Cali Killa putting up some new work in Los Angeles. Photographs courtesy of Birdman.

D Young V & Hugh Leeman in Beverly Hills

New work from D Young V and Hugh Leeman put up by a local mystery artist. Apparently they call it the Street Art Exchange Program. Photographs courtesy of Birdman.

Breaking The Bank

New work from 2wenty in Hollywood. Photographs courtesy of Jennifer Leigh Strauss Photography.

Friendly Fire : An Urban Art Show

The flyer has been released for Friendly Fire : An Urban Art Show.  It features some solid names and opens Saturday, July 9th at the Le Spec gallery in Los Angeles.

Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Gregory Siff Portraits by BRAKHA x2

For the last 31 weeks, world renowned photographers and directors Moshe and Eddie Brakha aka Brakha x2, have been working on their portrait series New Economy. They feature a person recognized as someone on the rise, on a journey of self-discovery. 

Tuesday, May 10, 2011

Monday, May 9, 2011

Urban Birdhouses

Brooklyn based artist XAM made a recent trip to LA and left behind some urban birdhouses and mini-billboards.

Sunday, May 8, 2011

Saturday, May 7, 2011

Snyder's Take On Van Gogh

Snyder comes through with some amazing work.  The original piece is Fritillaries In A Copper Vase by Van Gogh but Snyder has added his own signature drip technique to the mix. Photographs courtesy of B.Land

Mear One Live Painting At Street Brewed

Mear One in action at the Street Brewed show in downtown Los Angeles. Photographs courtesy of Birdman.

LAB ART Grand Opening

Cool new flyer released for the grand opening of LAB ART, a new street art gallery in Los Angeles. Opening reception is Friday May 13th.

Wednesday, May 4, 2011

Skinny Jeans

Skinny Jeans by Zombie located in West Hollywood.  Photographs courtesy of Birdman.
















Tuesday, May 3, 2011

Filth Mouth & Sensei Humor

A couple older pieces, Filth Mouth and Sensei Humor, by Dog Byte in West Hollywood.












The Perfect Canvas

An abandoned gas station provides the perfect canvas for Shepard Fairey, Phylo (T$F), and Becca.