A collaborative series with photographer Max Oppenheim and prosthetic artist Bill Turpin in tribute to Charles Burns for his comic ‘Black Hole’.
CLASS UGLY
Via: The Operators
PLAYBOY
DOES TRON
This is a real clever photo shoot for Playboy. It's a dedication for the cult 80’s film Tron. I heard the sequel sucked. I never saw it, but this is definitely a sexy look for cyberspace battle.
Via: Spaceinvaders.com
"ARTISTS: DON'T MOVE TO NEW YORK!"
ACCORDING TO
PATTI
SMITH
Musician and author Patti Smith had some sound advice for fledgling artists thinking of moving to New York: don't.
According to Vanishing New York, in a discussion with writer Jonathan Lethem at Cooper Union this past Saturday, Smith was asked if it was possible for young artists to come to the city and find the path to stardom that she did.
In response, Smith told the crowd, "New York has closed itself off to the young and the struggling. But there are other cities. Detroit. Poughkeepsie. New York City has been taken away from you. So my advice is: Find a new city."
Source: Huffpost
Photo: Martin Dam Kristensen
Welcome all, so glad your here to enjoy our latest edition of Sexy Riot. I think its plain to see what we are about. We make sure 100% of the time we show you the best in alterative style modeling. So we discovered our latest cover girl Leah Jung online. The web is such a great place to discover some really rad models. Not to take credit away from all of their hard work, the net is just bad ass for making the communication and contacting so much easier. I know Leah knows what we are talking about, and I'm sure every model out there today gets it too. It's a great thing, just like these photos! Wow! I can't wait to see what Leah has next. Check her out and make sure to begin following her career. - Sexy Riot
LEAH JUNG
WELL JUNG
So you removed by laser your first tattoo? What made you do that? Any advice for people getting their first tattoo. How should people go about it?
I have had two areas lasered... a small spot on my forearm was lightened and covered, and theres a large tattoo on my back that still needs a few more removal sessions. It's not fun at all. I just want better looking tattoos than what they were. To help ensure you'll never regret your nk, go to a professional tattoo shop after doing a lot of research online. Come with an idea of what you want and be prepared to work with the artist to create or modify it. A good artist will have input about the size and positioning at the least. Be prepared to spend $100-$200 per hour. Some shops you can walk into and walk out with a tattoo... some you have to make appointments. Stop into a few places...you'll know when/if you're ready.
Who does your tattoos now?
I don't have anything in progress right now...time to start a new piece with a new artist.
So I hear you only know men that take pictures, do you get out much?
haha, not lately. I work full time, go to school, model...I joke though, I have friends.
You're an off and on model right? Tell us about your day job.
Modeling was a hobby I didn't actively pursue, up until last year. I work as a law editor during the day, and now work on my art in every other spare moment I have until I can transition from one career into the next smoothly.
You sing too, tell us more about that.
I sing, sing, sing. As soon as picture projects cool down, I'm recording some songs. I like Fiona Apple a lot.
Do you get to perform often?
I'll look into playing live again when I get some material and some fans, haha
What are you inspired by for your modeling?
The places I go, the potential of simple things, asking "how?" and "why?" when I see other pictures.
Is it true blondes have more fun?
I hope that something like that has no connection to hair color. I have fun with whichever color I wake up with.
How is love for you currently?
I really love my friends Ace and Karen's puppy, Rambo. He gives good doggy smooches.
Any other shoots coming up?
Tomorrow I'm shooting with Marietta Fotographia from Spain...all kinds of stuff in the month of May.
Favorite museum artists?
I really like Dali, Goya, and Italian Renaissance painters.
Any creepy stories while shooting?
Not really, everyone I've worked with has been pleasant so far... strangers stare at me and say creepy things sometimes.
What keeps you away from modeling, and what draws you to it?
Its fun, I feel confident about it, but its a lot to handle. You have to be smart, organized, and have a tough shell.
Do you ever work with other models? If so who would you work with?
I love working in a group or as a team. I have not had many opportunities though. There are plenty of models I'd love to meet...mostly alternative models. Birds of a feather, ya know?
Do you want kids?
I don't have any...my mom gets upset if I don't answer "not yet" instead of "not in this lifetime"
Tell us something you have never said or expressed ever in an interview.
I used to skateboard. Not well. I could ride it around the skatepark. Going off curbs was a huge accomplishment.
Favorite candy?
chocolate
Favorite drink?
milk
Are you most attracted physically to men that look like you?...tattoos etc
They must also be blonde, blue eyed, and have a 23 inch waist.
Any modeling you wouldn't do?
Sure... I turn down shoots all the time. Depends on many factors. I try not to do any modeling thats forgettable.
Any words of wisdom to the younger models starting out?
Confidence! Take matters into your own hands whenever someone else hesitates.
"I used to skateboard. Not well. I could ride it around the skatepark. Going off curbs was a huge accomplishment."
As the history books will state, after more than two decades of authoritarian rule, the people of Tunisia had enough and collectively revolted. Successfully overthrowing the government, they now find themselves in the process of establishing a democratic society.
Algerian French street artist ZOO Project wanted to be at the epicenter of the historic movement. To celebrate the revolution, he placed hundreds of life-size figurines around the city. They represent the brave, ordinary people who risked it all to make it happen, particularly the 200+ people that lost their lives.
zoo
Via: MyModernMet
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cell photos
rock dude!
I just filed my taxes & paid the government way too much effin money...
...meanwhile at the White House
CUBAN
WOMEN
ARE
DANGEROUS
Vintage 70s Lillie Rubin Copper Sequin Jacket
Vintage 80s Jordache Cut-Out Swimsuit
COMING SOON PT. 1
Vintage 80s Gottex Swimsuit
Vintage 80s Sequin Tunic
MAKE SURE TO VISIT THE EBAY STORE.
LACHAPELLE
David LaChapelle keeps advancing his craft and fusing high fashion, art and luxury in a way that is truly his own finger print in photo art. Here is an older shoot from 99. He does a dedication to the empowered working woman. She is working but she is destroying the status quo. LaChapelle champions the narrative and blends fashion photography and art where they indefinitely become one.
SECRETARY'S DAY from 1999
Via: TouchPuppet.com
FLASH BACK...
Portrait of street artist
Aholsniffsglue (2010)
Visit Simone's FLICKR
while the official burning man festival in the nevada dessert begins on august 25th, ‘waste man’ is a similar creation by established artist antony gormley. the giant figure was constructed from household waste in the summer of 2006. in total 30 tonnes of objects such as beds, tables, dining chairs, toilet seats, desks, pianos and rubbish were used to create the piece.though it took six weeks to construct the final piece was set on fire and burned in under 32 minutes. for the piece, gormley wanted to transform what he calls, ‘the limiting baggage
of the householder’ into energy.
BURN IT, MAN!
Via: DesignBoom.com
I know the whole 80's look was big for a minute...but you know that shit gets old. Yeah, get over it or kill yourself. New style always comes from older styles. In the 80's people dressed like the 50's. In the 90's people wore bell bottoms. This new/old style has been coming for a while...but people are just gonna see more and more of it.
Some might call it grunge...others might call it 90's...well pretty soon everybody is going to be rocking Pumas, Dickie pants, hoodies, Beenies and all that. People might also wear Speedo shorts with neon flashy colors. Homeboy’s dick hanging out…but let's hope not. Let’s not forget the overalls. That shit is happening as we speak. I’m checkin’ my head…are you?
CHECK YOUR NEW STYLE
HECTOR SOS
PAPER FACE
PARTY
Barcelona based designer Hector Sos created this series of unusual paper creations for a spanish paper company. The project was created with estudio rosa lazaro and photographer Xavier Mandiola for the torras papel paper company.
The photographs were used in a catalog for the company showcasing the unique qualities of the company’s products. Each work features a model with a mask of head piece made entirely form paper that has been bent folded and cut in unique ways.
Via: DesignBoom
Art in the Streets is the first major U.S. museum survey of graffiti and street art. Curated by MOCA Director Jeffrey Deitch and Associate Curators Roger Gastman and Aaron Rose, the exhibition will trace the development of graffiti and street art from the 1970s to the global movement it has become today, concentrating on key cities such as New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, London, and Sao Paulo, where a unique visual language or attitude has evolved. The exhibition will feature paintings, mixed media sculptures, and interactive installations by 50 of the most dynamic artists and will emphasize Los Angeles's role in the evolution of graffiti and street art, with special sections dedicated to seminal local movements such as cholo graffiti and Dogtown skateboard culture. A comprehensive timeline illustrated with artwork, photos, video, and ephemera will provide a historical context for the work.
Art in the Streets is made possible by The Eli and Edythe Broad Foundation.
This exhibition is generously supported by the Sydney Irmas Exhibition Endowment.
Major support is provided by Levi's. Additional support is provided by Mandy and Cliff Einstein, Nike SB, MOCA Contemporaries, Janet and Tony Goldman, MOCA Partners, Montana Colors, and Greg Escalante.
In-kind media support is provided by Ovation, Los Angeles magazine, and KCRW 89.9 FM.
Saturday in the Streets is presented by Ovation.
ART IN THE STREETS
MAJOR MUSeuM SURVEY OF GRAFFITI AND STREET ART
@MOCA L.A.
This is huge! If you are in L.A. you must attend this. Major hats off to the ones that are showing in this history in the making exhibit. This will change everything.
Via: MOCA LA
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If your important you will be here. Members' Opening |
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| 04.16.11 7:00 PM |
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| The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA |
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Michelle "Bombshell" Mcgee
Where are you?
We here at Sexy Riot have tried to email Ms. Bombsell for months but got nothing. Very few turn us down. Just about everyone we have contacted gets back to us. Why hasn't Mcgee? She too fly for us? Whats the deal? If you know her, holler at her to holler at us about an interivew!
LOST + FOUND?
New York based fashion photographer Jonathan Leder is still using film when taking photos, and I must say, his portfolio is amazing. There’s a consistency in the feel and look, but within that he manages to show off an amazing versatility. His work has been featured in magazines such as A4 Magazine, Nylon, Sleek, and Mirage.
Via: bentrovatoblog.com
