Marka27 brings NEO INDIGENOUS to Los Angeles: Crewest Gallery:: 7.7.12

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Liza Quiñonez
Public Relations
“M27 DESIGNS”
27marka@gmail.com
646-203-6704
 

MARKA27 Unveils Highly-Anticipated, “Neo Indigenous"

May 30, 2012, Los Angeles, CA. Victor "MARKA27" Quiñonez brings his critically acclaimed new body of work, Neo Indigenous, to the City of Angels on Saturday, July 7, 2012, from 7-10pm. Hot off the heels of his packed-house New York City premiere, MARKA27 indulges Angelino tastemakers at Crewest Gallery (110 Winston Street, Los Angeles, 90013) with his newest mix-media exhibit. From July 7 - 29 art lovers will journey through the artist’s exploration of binding ancient Aztec, African, and Asian art forms with modern pop culture and street art.

Neo Indigenous celebrates Marka27’s highly-anticipated return to Los Angeles. Representing a shift in the artist’s cultural consciousness, Neo Indigenous embodies Marka27’s quest to bridge past with present, illustrating his yearning to bring deeper meaning to both old and new art forms. By juxtaposing ancient elements with contemporary design aesthetics, Marka27 reveals both a connection and a disjuncture in the process. Challenging viewers to confront the existing practice of commodifying art, the exhibit leaves a lasting impression-- a mark Marka27 has predicated his reputation on.

Using multiple mediums such as paintings, collectible vinyl toys and speakers, silk screen panels, and prints, Neo Indigenous is a sensory feast of the artist’s ability to float seamlessly between varying art forms. As a special treat and tribute to a city he once called home, never-before-seen works will be unveiled and the artist himself will create a live installation piece. Having worked with clients such as Pioneer Electronics, VH1, Disney, Scion, and Kidrobot, Marka27’s LA premiere is the go-to event of the summer!

About Victor "Marka27" Quiñonez

Born in Juarez, Mexico, and raised in Dallas, Texas, Victor “Marka27” Quiñonez’s foray into the art world began in the city’s streets mastering the art of graffiti. Advancing to earn his BFA from The Museum School of Fine Arts in Boston, MA, Marka27 became a household name for his “audio canvas” series and elaborately executed installation art and murals.

Marka27's artwork has been exhibited in galleries across the United States and showcased alongside artists such as: Futura, David Choe, Ron English and Gary Basemen, and has appeared in lifestyle magazines and books such as Graffiti Planet, Burning New York, I am Plastic Too, and gracing the cover of Flux-Designer Toys. His artwork has sold through the world-renowned Freeman's Auction House.

Now based in New York City, Marka27’s quest for artistic exploration continues. Breaking beyond the canvas’ confines, he created to critical acclaim the MIniGods: Givers of Divine Sound©, a high-end line of designer vinyl toy speakers. His latest body of work, Neo-Indigenous© is a deep look into indigenous ancient aesthetics fused with street art, pop culture, and personal life experience. For more info, visit:

web: marka27.com
blog: marka27.blogspot.com
shop: marka27.bigcartel.com
fb: facebook.com/marka27designs
tweet: @marka27 

While you're there make sure to peep the homie, Pro Blak's solo debut in Crewest's front gallery:

 $mall Change: A Solo Exhibit by Pro Blak

Boston-based artist, Rob "Problak" Gibbs, will make his debut exhibit in Crewest's Front Gallery on Saturday, July, 7th, 2012, from 7-10pm. His new body of work, Small Change celebrates the artist's first solo show in Los Angeles. When asked what inspired his new works, Problak explains:

"The phrase, 'a little goes a long way', inspired this body of work. I think the average person can easily overlook how change can quickly accumulate. When change comes together, it's value and power matches it's weight in a variety of ways--especially in our consumer culture. This collection showcases some change I've earned over time. I wanted to remix the value of what we accumulate and probably overlook everyday. Please enjoy the "EP" to my upcoming show. I hope you get to walk away with a small change in your point of view. Grow on flow on."

--Problak

Main Gallery: Neo Indigenous- A Solo Exhibit by Victor "Marka27" Quiñonez
Front Gallery: $mall Change- A Solo Exhibit by Rob "Pro Blak" Gibbs
Location
110 Winston St.,
Los Angeles, CA 90013
213.627.8272

Opening Receptions: Saturday, July 7, 2012
Time: 7 to 10pm

Audio 1's & 2's: Phyz Ed (LA) & DJ T-wreXX (NY)

Sponsored by:
KarmaLoop
Kidrobot
Clutter Magazine
Asahi, Jarritos & Roaring Lion

M27 x Urban Outfitters x Kidrobot Live Sketch Event:: NYC: Thurs. 5.24, 6-8pm

Thursday, May 24th- Head out to Urban Outfitters in NYC - 521 Fifth Ave @ 43rd St. where I will be sketching on Munny's from 6-8pm for the Urban Outfitters x Kidrobot Live Sketch Event!

There will be over 20 DIY events going down across the U.S. and Canada, so if you're not in the New York area make sure to check out Shawnimals in Chicago and Julie West in San Francisco. Come on down scoop up a MUNNYWORLD figure and for every $5 you spend you will be put into a raffle for to win a Mega MUNNY. Don’t worry about art supplies, UO has got you covered.

Check out Urban Outfitters’ Facebook event pages for more details. Hope to see you there!
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In honor of Urban Outfitter's Munny Month, I also donated this custom 8" Munny with built-in working speaker! Peep UO's site for purchase details: Marka27 Custom Munny 100% of the profits will go to charity! 

MARKA27 KIDROBOT MINIGOD EXCLUSIVE

Kidrobot let the cat out of the bag via Kidrobot L.A twitter pic. Introducing the latest

Asia minigod exclusive, "White/Pearl Buddha", limited to only 100 pieces world wide!!

You can contact any KR store and maybe they were lucky enough to score a few Asia minigods.

MARKA27 ARTIST TALK MINIGOD RELEASE/ SIGNING

If you missed my solo show "Neo Indigenous" Here is the perfect opportunity to see it. This

Saturday I will be at TT - Underground below Toy Tokyo for an artist talk/ meet and greet.

I'll also be officially releasing the 5.5" Black Buddha minigod and doing a signing. So don't sleep this Saturday Jan 21st! 4pm to 6pm @ TT-Underground

Just Blaze Bumping his Asia Minigod!!

Super producer "Just Blaze" happens to be a toy collector, and one of the hosts of

the BET hit reality series "Master of the Mix Season 2". a reality competition that aims to crown America’s best DJ. I was honored to provide the host Just Blaze and DJ legend Kid Capri with there very own 15"Black Buddha Asia minigods. Tonights episode "NYC Scratch Battle" will have the the final contestants battling it out and will feature the Asia minigods. Make sure you check it out Saturday Dec 17, 12:00 midnight tonight on BET, or check Master of the Mix Season 2 on facebook for the episode.

Thanks Moses Mitchell for the amazing photos and thank you BET, Just Blaze,

and Kid Capri has got to be the sure shot!!

Neo Indigenous Official Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Press Contact:
“M27 DESIGNS”
Liza Quiñonez
m27designs@gmail.com
646-203-6704

MARKA27 Unveils Highly-Anticipated, “Neo Indigenous”

December 12, 2011, New York City. Victor "MARKA27" Quiñonez finally unveils his new body of work, Neo Indigenous, on January 12, 2012, from 8-10pm. New York’s art elite will flock to TTUnderground Gallery, 91 2nd Avenue, Lower Level, in the East Village of Manhattan to witness the mix-media exhibit. From January 12 - 28 art lovers will journey through the artist’s exploration of binding ancient Aztec, African, and Asian art forms with modern pop culture and street art.

Neo Indigenous celebrates the artist’s arrival and first solo show in Gotham. It also marks a shift in the artist’s cultural consciousness. His quest to bridge past with present illustrates his yearning to bring deeper meaning to both old and new art forms. Juxtaposing ancient elements with contemporary design aesthetics, Marka27 reveals both a connection and a disjuncture in the process. Challenging viewers to confront the existing practice of commodifying art, the exhibit leaves a lasting impression-- a mark Marka27 has predicated his reputation on.

Using multiple mediums such as paintings, collectible vinyl toys and speakers, silk screen panels, and prints, Neo Indigenous is a visual feast of the artist’s ability to float seamlessly between varying art forms. Having worked with clients such as Pioneer Electronics, VH1, Disney, Scion, and Kidrobot, Marka27’s solo debut in NYC is not one to be missed.

About Victor "Marka27" Quiñonez:

Born in Juarez, Mexico, and raised in Dallas, Texas, Victor “Marka27” Quiñonez’s foray into the art world began in the city’s streets mastering the art of graffiti. Advancing to earn his BFA from The Museum School of Fine Arts in Boston, MA, Marka27 became a household name for his “audio canvas” series and elaborately executed installation art and murals.

Marka27's artwork has been exhibited in galleries across the United States and showcased alongside artists such as: Futura, David Choe, Ron English and Gary Basemen, and has appeared in lifestyle magazines and books such as Graffiti Planet, Burning New York, I am Plastic Too, and gracing the cover of Flux-Designer Toys. His artwork has sold through the world-renowned Freeman's Auction House.

Now based in New York City, Marka27’s quest for artistic exploration continues. Breaking beyond the canvas’ confines, he created to critical acclaim the MIniGods: Givers of Divine Sound©, a high-end line of designer vinyl toy speakers. His latest body of work, Neo-Indigenous© is a deep look into indigenous ancient aesthetics fused with street art, pop culture, and personal life experience. For more info, visit the Marka27 website and blog.

About TTUnderground Gallery:

TTUnderground emerged in June 2010 as the new Toy Tokyo Gallery Space. Its roots were forged in the journey that began with theshowroomNYC, in the fall of 2004, as a unique venue to explore the connection of pop art culture with the world of designer toys. The genre encompasses a wide range of artists who choose to display their works on various mediums including clothing, vinyl toys, canvas, and even film. Originally this realm was most popularized in Japan, China, and Hong Kong. Now the combination of art and the limited edition toy is main stream in the United States. TTUnderground strives to continue the expansion and growth of the intersection of pop art and designer toys through exhibition and special art events.

Neo Indigenous: A Solo Art Exhibit by Victor "Marka27" Quiñonez

Location:
TT Underground
91 Second Avenue, Lower Level
New York, NY 10003
212-673-5424
www.theshowroomnyc.com

Opening Reception: Thurs, Jan. 12, 2012
Time: 8pm to 10pm

1's & 2's: DJ T-wreXX

Ladies Love... M27!!

This Saturday, Dec. 17th from 12-8pm, the ladies are showing me a little love by making me a featured artist at The Ladies Love Project's Holiday Pop Up Shop. I'll be here with the wifey selling some Mini-Minigods, Blind box Buddy's, Lil' Ego Children's Apparel and more! Come thru and get your holiday shopping on!

LADIES LOVE PROJECT PRESENTS: HOLIDAY POP UP SHOP

Location:
The Brecht Forum
451 West Street (between Bank & Bethune Streets)
New York, NY 10014
www.brechtforum.org

Date: Saturday, December 17, 2011
Time: 12PM-8PM

Pop-Up Shop Vendors:

Circa95 www.Circa95.com
Toofly NYC www.tooflynyc.com
Dahlia Soleil www.dahliasoleil.etsy.com
Pink Eye www.igotpinkeye.com
Marka27 www.marka27.com
PaperSoul www.wix.com/papersoul/papersoul
Lipstick Manifesto www.lipstickmanifesto.tumblr.com
Shirley Rodriguez www.shotbyshirl.com
Vanilla Medallions www.jenone.org
Good Wood NYC www.goodwoodnyc.com
El Salonsito www.elsalonsito.com
Barrio Media www.barriomedia.com