Art speaks through many languages. It is the universal tongue that has the capability of connecting people of all cultures, languages and traditions. Messages are arranged within a composition through juxtapositions of shape, color, text, sound, movement and iconography. Sometimes the goal of the artist is to transfer an exact message and sometimes the goal is simply to encourage examination and analysis.
The first image recently found in the streets consists of a character with a slightly deformed face with a keyboard in hand. The word “DUBSTEP” is printed above and behind the character and the phrase “ITS THAT STUPID” is printed below. For anyone who grew up during the late 80s, the character mystery is easily solved. Sloth from Goonies is the character. DUBSTEP is a genre of electronic dance music that originated in South East London. After examination of the components of the piece, an analysis begins with the connection with DUBSTEP electronic dance music, Sloth’s possible dance pose and the electronic music device in his hand. The “ITS THAT STUPID” phrase is less obvious, but most likely has something to do with Sloth’s intelligence.
The second image is a profile of a menacing and deranged character with the well known Nike slogan “JUST DO IT” below. The Nike logo is printed at the bottom. The character is recognizable, but not as obvious as the Sloth in the first piece. After examination, a conclusion was found that this character is Marshall Applewhite of the Heaven’s Gate religious group. On March 26, 1997, thirty-nine bodies were found dead in Rancho Santa Fe, California. Each member was wearing identical Nike athletic shoes. The combination of Applewhite’s portrait and the Nike slogan is pretty obvious.
What is your background in sculpture/architectural design? Where do you attend school? I didn’t really have a background in sculpture until this project. I’ve always had sort of an abstract approach to things though. Since I started going to school for architecture at New School of Architecture and Design, I have really let my mind sort of go and engulf myself into whatever project it might be and this one was one of those projects that won’t be finished until I burn it.
What was the influence for this project? If for school, what was the assignment?
This project started as a school project by picking 3 solids and making some sort of sculpture, or as my professor called it- a model. A couple of requirements were that the first sculpture had to be solid white, stand on its own and be able to fit inside a 12” by 12” cube. The materials for the white sculpture could be anything as long as you could paint it white.
How did you initially approach this project? Since I have a history in construction, I kind of went back to that sort of mind set when you are getting ready to start a new gob for the first day. Until you actually start swinging the hammer or demolishing walls you are kind of lost. Then when once you’ve gotten started, you’re completely committed to the project and that’s all you think about. At least for me that’s how it is. I kind of get in to this selfish leave me alone state of mind. It drives my wife crazy, but luckily she knows that’s how I have to be to create or to do whatever it is I’m involved in at the time. I think that most artists are like this whether they admit it or not.
You began with a small white sculpture, Why did you go so much larger with the wood? After the white sculpture was done, the project started evolving and it was time to start exploring the idea of making this sculpture a place you could actually walk through. What would be the path you traveled? Where would you go? What would it be used for? The final wood sculpture that I did was not supposed to be as big as it is. In fact, it was only supposed to be 2” more in volume. But since the whole idea was to be able to see the path you would take or where you would go inside the model, I decided to make it larger so that you could really get a sense of being inside the idea I had.
How did you execute the idea of the large wood piece? Since this sculpture was so much larger than the white one, I knew that getting it to stand on its own was going to be a challenge. So I decide to take some of my orthographic drawings of the white sculpture and blow them up to a 3 foot scale. That made the wood sculpture much easier to construct. Everything on the wood sculpture is nailed or screwed together and I built the whole thing in my shop in my garage. I was actually really surprised how well it stood on its own considering how heavy it is and where all the actual weight is.
Did you accomplish your goal with this project?
When you look at it from the side you think there is no way it is standing alone but it is actually perfectly balanced. I think that is what I’m the most proud of on the sculpture is the defiance of gravity it has but still looks really balanced and that’s what I set out to do.
What are your future plans for this sculpture? I plan on burning it and taking pictures of it burning, then hopefully making a collage of the pictures or something cool.
Do you have any other projects in the works?
Right now I’m working on a birdhouse for the auction coming up next month at the Buena Vista Audubon Society nature center. I’m also working on school stuff as well as some designs for some patio furniture.
Today is your last chance to see New Village Arts Theatre’s current play Waving Goodbye.
WAVING GOODBYE is the story of Lily Blue, a 17-year-old photographer who loses her father in a mountain climbing accident, and must spend her 17th year with the mother who abandoned her. It’s a story of loss, grief, change, making art, wishing things were different, being stalled, finding love, not turning into your mother, and those irrevocable moments after which nothing is ever the same.
WHERE: New Village Arts Theatre (map) WHEN: Sunday Jan. 6th Noon-before Super Bowl start time
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A wide collection of abstract and conceptual art pieces were the focus as art enthusiasts browsed during the opening night reception of the William D. Cannon Art Gallery’s 2011 Juried Biennial art exhibition on January 29th.
The theme of the show definitely seemed to be abstract and conceptual. Large pieces with solid smears of colorful paint glowed under the gallery lights during the reception while spectators attempted to analyze the meaning of such juxtapositions.
“The 2011 Biennial attracted 245 artists who submitted 1100 images for this year’s competition,” the Cannon Art Gallery literature read. Of the 245 artists who submitted, 61 were chosen including some exceptional pieces along with some highly questionable ones.
The Exhibition contains a wide spectrum of media including paintings, photographs, installations and mixed-media pieces, all which where chosen by this year’s jurors Peter Frank and Larry Baza.
Frank and Baza obviously have a taste for the abstract. Out of the 61 exhibited pieces, only 2 were representational pieces, which coincidentally are showcased on the cover of the Biennial handout.
Carlsbadcrawl Best of Show
by Eduard Marinov
William D. Cannon Gallery 1775 Dove Lane
Carlsbad, CA 92011
Where were you born? Where do you currently live and where have you lived in the past?
I was born in Mission Viejo, CA and I currently live with my sister and my nephew in South Oceanside. My father was in the Marine Corps, so we lived in North Florida and Northern Virginia also. I went to college in Hartford, Connecticut and finished my studies in New York City. From there I moved to Los Angeles for awhile and then, finally, settled here in San Diego County. I plan on staying here as long as possible!
What is your musical background? Where were you trained?
I have been singing for as long as I can remember. In high school I was in choir, madrigal, show choir, and the school musical. I first went to college at The Hartt School of Music (University of Hartford) studying vocal performance and music business. Then I transferred to Manhattan School of Music in NYC where I dropped the Business major and graduated with a Bachelor of Music in Classical Vocal Performance. I have always loved and listenned to jazz, so upon graduation, I moved to Los Angeles and studied jazz voice privately.
What early memories do you have of being exposed to music at a young age? Does a passion for music run in your family? My parent used to play records at our house all of the time – a wide variety of styles too. Mostly they played folk music, but I was exposed to jazz, country and classical from them as well. My first favorite jazz album was Ella Fitzgerald’s “Clap Hands, Here Comes Charlie”. My mother used to sing and play the flute and guitar a lot and she performed music at our church with a group called “The Sing-A-Lings”. My father played some piano and some banjo as well. My Grammy (Dad’s mom) often played old country records and radio at her house, Patsy Cline is the person I remember her liking most, and my Dad was a fan of Marty Robbins, Willie Nelson, and Nat “King” Cole.
You are classically trained in opera, you sing jazz, How did you get involved with country music?
Actually, it was on a bit of a whim! Nathan James recommended a new voice student for me and so we had our first lesson. The new student was Kevin Williams and he told me about a little get together he had going on with Troy Sandow in which they would have dinner at his house and then play country songs for fun. He invited me to come over and sing some tunes and “Hello Trouble” was born! The band all seemed like a natural fit for us and I realized that I LOVE singing old-style country music more than anything!
How would you describe the music of Hello Trouble? Who are the band’s influences? The technical term for our style is “vintage country”, which basically means we play music with a 1940s-1960’s influence. Some of our major influences are Buck Owens, Hank Williams, Maddox Brothers and Rose, Patsy Cline, Connie Smith, and many other notables from that generation.
Who are your Hello Trouble band mates?
Troy Sandow is an outstanding bass player. He really brings professionalism and dedication to the band, as well as some mighty fine impersonations of movie characters. Kevin Williams is our fantastic rhythm guitar player and vocalist. He makes all of our great gear and came up with the idea for me to play drums on my uke! Jeff Ross is a rock star on lead guitar. He is epic, and he has some amazing stories of his times with other musicians.
You cover songs and write originals, how do you get your ideas for the originals? Which ones are your favorites?
Most times I just sit around on my old, yellow couch and strum chords on my ukulele until a melody comes along. I’ll get a picture in my head or have an idea about a person I’d like to tell a story about. Some songs are literal and are about certain people (“You’re The Only One” is one of my favorites in this category). Others start with an idea that I create a story from (my latest song “No Better Place” is one that I really like).
You sing and play Ukulele, what other instruments do you enjoy playing? Which ones do you want to learn in the future?
I play a little bit of piano and guitar and would really love to improve my skills on those instruments. I have a U-Bass (an ukulele that sounds like an upright bass), so I’m working on that, as well. I’ve tried my hand at washboard, but that’s on the back burner for the time being…
You are educated in Alexander Technique, what is that? Do you give lessons? How can people get involved?
I am an AmSAT certified teacher of the Alexander Technique. It’s a 3 year, 1600 hour program. I love to give lessons! The Alexander Technique is a way of learning how you can get rid of harmful tension in your body. Teachers use gentle hands on to help students become aware of their bad habits of movement and thought. The Alexander Technique is a method which helps a person discover a new balance in the body by releasing unnecessary tension. It can be applied to sitting, lying down, standing, walking, lifting, and other daily activities…
Do you give singing lessons?
Yes, I do! I teach all levels and styles. I incorporate the Alexander Technique into my singing lessons because it is essential to have good use of the self when singing.
What is Hello Trouble’s future plans?
You know what? We play because we love the music and we love each others’ company. We just do our thing the best we know how and with a lot of heart. We are all professionals and hope that one day we can be a successful touring and recording band. We work hard and we have a great time doing it!
Where can Hello Trouble fans see you guys play?
We play every other Tuesday at The Royal Dive in Oceanside. We are working on a number of other places to play as well, so keep your eyes out for some Trouble!
See Hello Trouble at Hensley’s on Sat. Jan. 29th @ 8;30pm!
WHAT: Art by Candlelight, Village Art Walk and Documentary at Snyder Art WHERE: Carlsbad Village WHEN: Thursday, Jan. 27th starting a 6PM
The New Village Arts Foundry presents Art by Candlelight, an exhibition featuring Foundry photographic artists Serena Lissy, Ben Swanson and Jeff Vycital, as well as the 16 artists-in-residence.
There will be a “Create Your Own Art” area for attendees to indulge their inner artistic spirit!
14 other galleries and businesses in the Village of Carlsbad will be open that evening as well for your enjoyment.
On January 15th, local artists Matty Davis and Steve Peek filled Surf Ride’s over-sized van with art, parked it in the driveway of a Cherry Street residence and invited neighbors and friends to their 2nd mobile group art show titled “Driveway to the Danger Zone.”
The house, which is also Matty’s residence, filled fast with local faces. Guests overflowed into the back yard and driveway where the van equipped with lights, walk-up stairs and a lounge was parked full of art.
“Steve always wanted to do pirate art shows,” Matty said. Steve also constructed most of the inner experience of the van “He approached Surf Ride with the idea and they were excited to help out.”
Matty has been organizing local art shows in Carlsbad for years including one last month at Bakerloo Salon and Gallery on State Street and another at the The Foundry located at New Village Arts Theatre. He has also rotated art on the walls at Vinaka Cafe.
The artwork that hung in the van and in the house was submitted by a total of 10 artists. “I like the one in the kitchen because of its bright colors,” said Carlsbad resident Lauren Tannehill. She has recently began visiting local art shows. “I live just down the street and couldn’t wait for this show.”
“The interest in artists wanting to be part of the show was very high,” Matty said. “I had to turn away some, but this is only the second of many more mobile art shows to come.”
An artistic community is strengthened through events, workshops and public demonstrations. Interest in life-long learning begins with the desire to expand one’s knowledge. Once you have found your artistic outlet, you begin to seek a mentor, someone capable of assisting your development to the next level. A healthy and nourishing community will offer venues and public workshops to allow these artistic passions to grow, simultaneously encouraging the development of an artistic culture.
On the evening of January 18th, Jim Beloff, taught a Ukulele workshop hosted at Giacoletti Music in Carlsbad. Nearly 30 students, varying in all ages, listened carefully as Jim explained everything from basic chord changes and strumming patterns to a his personal philosophy of Ukulele playing and the powerful transformation from simply strumming to performing.
While browsing the Pasadena Rose Bowl Flea Market back in 1992, Jim and his wife Liz found a Ukelele. Flea Market Music, Inc., publisher of the popular Jumpin’ Jim’s series of ukulele songbooks, was later established. Jim’s professional resume quickly grew to authoring Ukulele books, CDs and DVDs. His wife Liz, who also attended the workshop at Giacoletti, does all the design and art direction for the FMM merchandise.
The night included simple instruction and group play as a wide collection of Ukuleles hung from the surrounding walls.
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The sky, orchestrated by the sun, erupts in dramatic fashion as colors of the inner dwellings of a volcano reflect on the faces of all its spectators. The glistening ripples of dusk glass animate upon a main stage and the troubles of the day momentarily vanish into dark shadows.
The sky is a marquee scattered with shapes and colors announcing the day’s most sought out performance. A glance skyward lures you into the streets. Your footsteps are muted by the roar of the color above your head and your mind rotates with memories of past sunsets. Cars honk and dogs bark within silent shadows as you make your way Westward.
A series of staircases along the Carlsbad coast provide subtle hints like a glass ball offering glimpses of your near future. Orange and yellow run wild across the walls that surround you as you descend the sandy stairs. A rusty rail pulsates like a smoldering brand and distant silhouettes frolic in the pink glow.
Your toes dig deep into the cold sand while your face is pelted by the colors of a low sun. Schedules become irrelevant and and the hands of time point at the glowing mass on the horizon. A yellow trail guides you through a magical world of sand castles and seashells as you approach the rolling tide.
Your feet submerge under the chilly shore breakers and a salty invasion treks up your pant leg. Separated by the glistening ocean, you reach the end of your journey much like the sun has reached the end of another work day. It winks with a burst the color of a blade of grass and vanishes behind a star speckled curtain.
The Calendar Experiment, a public installation experiment by Bryan Snyder, was implemented in the local streets as a way to analyze the relationship between the public and their surroundings when altered by free product. The experiment was located at the park at Highway 101 and Pine Avenue the first week in January of 2010.
Aim:
To investigate the interest in free merchandise offered in a public space with the variable of a donation jar at varying locations.
Hypothesis: I think the public’s interest in the free merchandise will be high and a large amount of calendars will be taken while a percent lower than half will leave a donation.
Method: A box of calendars will be set on top of a stool and placed in a location frequented by the public. Information about the project will be available on the box. 100 passers will be analyzed. A donation jar will be: a.) attached to the side of the box b.) placed in the box on top of the stack of calendars
Results: a.) Donation Jar outside box:
• 45 calendars taken/$30.74 in donations
• 55 interested in stopping and looking, but not taking
b.) Donation Jar inside box:
• 17 calendars taken/$6.45 in donations
• 83 interested in stopping and looking, but not taking
Conclusion: There was a high interest in the calendars, but less than 50% of those who showed interest actually took a calender home. The location of the donation jar drastically effected the amount of calendars taken, as well as the amount of donations left. A very high percent of those who took calendars were of the age of 55+. Most of those who left donations were also 55+. Those who did take a calendar showed high amounts of interest in the pages of the calendar and many were seen browsing and showing the pages to others.
Evaluation:
The experiment had some obvious variables which may have effected the results. Results were accumulated over 2 days. The first day (jar outside) was very cold and threatened by an approaching thunderstorm. The second day (jar inside) was warmer and the concurrent NFL playoff game may have effected results. A third day without a tip jar should have been included in the experiment.
Click HERE to purchase a 2011 Carlsbad Local Wall Calendar!
WHAT: Call for Artist to submit Bird Houses DEADLINE: January 15th, 2011 WHERE: Buena Vista Audubon Society Nature Center (MAP) WHY: All proceeds benefits help fund the BVAS
Download a registration form at www.bvaudubon.com!
There is something special about walking the village during the first hours of Christmas morning. The fog rolls in thick each year and a blanket of moisture splashes across the silent streets like an empty wave upon an undiscovered beach.
Each ornament is planted with thought and care. A relationship between the craft and its surroundings is created through the juxtaposition of color, shape and story. This relationship is paramount. An ornament is often hung, stared at and removed to later find a better fitting environment. Each ornament is tagged with a log number and each chosen location is recorded…
Thanks again for all your support and participation in this year’s PROJECT: Plant an Ornament. Keep your eyes open… we have many more ideas in the works!
The first image recently found in the streets consists of a character with a slightly deformed face with a keyboard in hand. The word “DUBSTEP” is printed above and behind the character and the phrase “ITS THAT STUPID” is printed below. For anyone who grew up during the late 80s, the character mystery is easily solved. Sloth from Goonies is the character. DUBSTEP is a genre of electronic dance music that originated in South East London. After examination of the components of the piece, an analysis begins with the connection with DUBSTEP electronic dance music, Sloth’s possible dance pose and the electronic music device in his hand. The “ITS THAT STUPID” phrase is less obvious, but most likely has something to do with Sloth’s intelligence.
The second image is a profile of a menacing and deranged character with the well known Nike slogan “JUST DO IT” below. The Nike logo is printed at the bottom. The character is recognizable, but not as obvious as the Sloth in the first piece. After examination, a conclusion was found that this character is Marshall Applewhite of the Heaven’s Gate religious group. On March 26, 1997, thirty-nine bodies were found dead in Rancho Santa Fe, California. Each member was wearing identical Nike athletic shoes. The combination of Applewhite’s portrait and the Nike slogan is pretty obvious.
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