ART MOSH PARIS
By Invitation Only: 26 November 2009
DOOR STUDIOS, Paris 75004
THE ART MOSH unites young and emerging contemporary artists, from all corners of the globe, and exhibits their work in one-off ‘Pop-Up’ events in major cities. ART MOSH discovers and nurtures new talent in the art world, breaking down barriers between different media, by fusing art with contemporary music and DJ’s in unconventional venues, providing a breath of fresh air from the constraints of a traditional art gallery.
THE ART MOSH is an innovative concept supported by internationally renowned brand Nixon, in partnership with Wallpaper* and Nissan, and curated by Paddy Barstow of Six 18. Nixon have a history of collaborations with acclaimed Artists, Musicians and Athletes including; former Beatle Ringo Starr, legendary Rocker Ozzy Osbourne, Snowboarder Gigi Ruff and Skateboarder Tony Hawk.
ART MOSH PARIS will feature music by Nightmares on Wax founder and chill-out pioneer DJ EASE, plus Ricky Rankin of Roots Manuva. Local Parisian DJ’s, plus some internationals will DJ at the after-party at Chacha Club. Music will be available on the ART MOSH website after the live event.
ART MOSH is a series of exclusive, by invitation, one night only, multi-media exhibitions in unexpected locations. Featuring photography, painting, sculpture, graffiti, design, DJ sets and live music. ART MOSH has already traveled to Ireland, UK, France and the USA, and is scheduled to land at Door Studios in Paris on 26 November, for an evening of visual and oral delights. Babicka Vodka from Czech Republic will add their own special and exclusive flavour to the proceedings. Movers and Shakers from art, fashion, media, music and other creative industries will be invited to discover some of the most innovative and original young artists working today.
ART MOSH PARIS will feature key players from an eclectic roster of international artists; Axel Pauporte (Belgium); Alexander James (UK); Alexandros Vasmoulakis (ATHENS); Benedict Redgrove (UK); Bose Collins (UK); Case (Germany); Chris Malbon (UK); DMV CREW collective: Bom K, Dran, Jaw (France); Herakut (Germany); Emanuele Sferruzza Moszkowicz (ITALY); Faith 47 (South Africa); Moto 777/ toft – robiov (Paris); Pam Glew (UK); Pomme Chan (UK); SAL (Japan); Tessar Lo (LA) and Yoskay Yamamoto (LA).
The collective of Artists and design agency Bose Collins, will work together to install a ‘Pop Up’ show for one night only, in the DIY spirit of the exhibitions created by the original Generation X Artists - the ‘Beautiful Losers’ of 90’s New York. Graffiti duo Herakut will create an artwork on the night. All artwork will be for sale, and anything unsold on the night will be available on the ART MOSH website after the event which launches in December. The ART MOSH events and website will give the artists a digital platform and global exposure.
Nixon’s LTD collection will also be available at ART MOSH, with a percentage of sales going to charities including the MusiCares MAP Fund and the Tony Hawk Foundation.
Significantly there are two strong contemporary female Artists in the ART MOSH collective; South African graffiti artist Faith 47, and British painter Pam Glew. Faith 47 tags in the spirit of the late Margaret Kilgallen (a member of the afore-mentioned ‘Beautiful Losers’, a key group of skater/ street artists). Glew’s striking cinematic imagery has a pop aesthetic, often reminiscent of Warhol screenprints.
Leading Parisian street Artist BOM. K has been painting graffiti since the age of 15. His surreal street art has a hint of Marquis de Sade, and has taken him from the streets of les banlieues where he began tagging, to galleries in London, France and Belgium. BOM. K published a book, ‘HB Black Trace’ (2007), which secured his position at the top of the French Graffiti scene.
Artistic duo Herakut (a symbiosis of Hera and Akut), are the Gilbert & George of graffiti art. Working in tandem to create layers of imagery in two individual styles, the fusion of Akut’s photorealism and Hera’s painterly backgrounds, creates an eye-catching and unique artistic hybrid.
Case, founding member of East German spray can crew Ma’Claim, and pioneer of a new style in the international Graffiti scene, will produce a live art piece during ART MOSH PARIS. Alongside fellow Ma’Claim members, Tasso, Rusk and Akut (of Herakut), Case developed a photorealist-style spray can technique.
Photographer Alexander James captures Parkour practitioners in mid-flight, their urban playgrounds lit dramatically like a Gregory Crewdson print; Artist Emmanuele Sferruzza Moszkowicz has collaborated with fashion houses including Michiko Koshino and Cycle, whilst his modern twist on Aubrey Beardsley sees him up there with the top graphic artists.
Each ART MOSH will be a rare gathering of Artists from all corners of the globe, along with some of the best musical talent currently on the scene, and will feature live art. Future ART MOSH events are planned in London and Milan in 2010.
NOTES TO EDITORS:
About Nixon
Founded in 1997 in Encinitas, CA, Nixon is the premium watch and accessories brand for the youth lifestyle market. Focused on making the little stuff better, Nixon began with a small line of team-designed, custom-built watches sold exclusively in specialty boardsport and fashion retailers. Currently distributed in over 40 countries, Nixon’s product range has grown to include select men’s and women’s softgoods, leather goods and custom headphones.
About the MusiCares MAP Fund
The MusiCares MAP Fund was established to create a pool of resources to specifically address addiction and recovery needs within the music community. Named for the Musicians’ Assistance Program, the fund represents the joint goal of MAP and MusiCares to provide members of the music community access to addiction recovery treatment regardless of their financial condition.
About the Tony Hawk Foundation
The Tony Hawk Foundation seeks to foster lasting improvements in society, with an emphasis on helping children. Through grants and other charitable donations, the foundation supports programs focusing on the creation of public skateboard parks, and other causes that clearly demonstrate tangible, ongoing, positive results by empowering our youth.
ART MOSH PARIS EVENT BY INVITATION ONLY 26TH ON NOVEMBER: Door Studios, 9-9 Bis Rue de Lesdiguières, 75004 Paris
AFTER-SHOW PARTY: Chacha Club, 47, Rue Berger, 75001 Paris
FOR GUEST LIST CONTACT EMILY YEOH: NIXON PR & Advertising on +33 679 33 48 01 or emily@nixoneurope.com
PRESS ON ART MOSH PARIS;
Wallpaper*
http://www.wallpaper.com/art/art-mosh-paris/4111
Dazed Digital
http://www.dazeddigital.com/ArtsAndCulture/gallery/22/6088/0/Nixon_Art_Mosh
Hotshoe International
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ArtSlant Paris
http://www.artslant.com/par/events/show/81648-art-mosh-paris
10 Magazine Blog
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Studio Online
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