As you can imagine, we get a lot of submissions at Subtext, but his one caught my eye. Karen Obryan is an artist/illustrator from Minneapolis who is doing some really nice work. Check her portfolio out if you have a minute.
-Dylan
You should’ve been here yesterday.
A Surf-inspired Group Exhibition
March 16th – April 13th, 2012
Opening Reception with the Artists: Friday, March 16th, 6-10pm
There’s a few things you can always count on in San Diego. A good street taco, mid-seventies temperatures and of course, surf. It seems like an obvious concept, but we’ve never had a show at Subtext that celebrates the constant tide that San Diego bestows on us. You should’ve been here yesterday is our first surf-inspired group exhibition that will feature new works from San Diego artists and photographers including Myles McGuinness, Kevin Roche, Susan Wickstrand, Paul Drohan, Phil Gibbs, John Antoski, Skye Walker & more. Join us at Subtext this Spring for what is sure to be a killer lineup.
Above: Photo by Phil Gibbs
Dynamic Duo
New Works by Tocayo & Exist1981
February 3rd – March 2nd, 2012
Opening Reception with the Artists: Friday, February 3rd, 6-10pm
Music by DJ Will Redd, and a live performance by Kellen Malloy at 9pm
Shablam! It was only a matter of time. The stars have aligned and we’ve finally booked a Tocayo / Exist1981 show in the halls of Subtext. Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock, you’ve encountered their work among San Diego’s hidden lairs and finest establishments alike. Join us to kick off our first team up of the new year as the Dynamic Duo celebrate their ongoing collaboration, which has flourished for over a decade. Using bold, graphic imagery, they have created a signature style heavily seasoned by pop culture references. This unstoppable force is sure to bring an action-packed and powerful show to Subtext! ’Nuff said.
Here’s a sneak peek process video of the work being created for this show.
Double Break Presents
Rubén Ortiz-Torres
January 13th – February 12th, 2012
Opening Reception: Friday, January 13th, 6-10pm at Double Break
This Friday, Double Break’s new solo exhibition of drawings by Rubén Ortiz-Torres opens. A prolific and accomplished artist known for his work in a variety of media, Ortiz-Torres revisits his roots with this exhibition, which brings together over 70 early portrait drawings, completed between 1983 and 1990, as well as a number of “updated” portraits completed on a recent trip to Mexico City.
Yeller Studio Presents
Under Pressure, The Work of Christy Pepper Dawson
Opens Saturday, January 14th, 6pm
at Bottlecraft Beer Shop & Tasting Room
Yeller and Bottlecraft are at it again, bringing you stellar art and brilliant beer. This time they are showcasing the work of Christy Pepper Dawson, a local artist whose whimsical portraiture takes form in the way of misfits and outcasts. RSVP on the Facebook event page here.
Could personal transport get any more stylish? Hector del Amo thinks so. See more pics of his ZERO Helicopter on Behance.
Check out this beautiful whisky tasting app that Minneapolis-based design firm Zeus Jones created. Absolutely brilliant. Now I just need some scotch.
Shapes & Smiles
New Works from Jolby
December 16th – January 16th, 2012
View the Work
Last Friday night there were many shapes and even more smiles as we welcomed Jolby back to the walls of Subtext. We cannot describe to you what a pleasure it is to work with these two wonderful artists. They put their heart and soul into everything they do, and the reaction to their work was a joy to see. People packed the gallery to get a glimpse of Shapes & Smiles, and there were lots of red dots claiming wall space next to those pieces that found a new home. If you missed out, be sure to email us here for an appointment. There’s still a handful of really great pieces. More photos of opening night after the jump.
Here’s some gorgeous photographs from NY-based fashion photographer Lara Jade.
Sezio 2012 Membership Launch Party
Thursday, December 15th at Luce Loft, 7-11pm
If you’re not a bonafide card-carrying Sezio member, then now is your chance to get out of your cave, put on some pants, and get your membership! Sezio is having their annual membership party/art show tomorrow night, so be sure to swing by.