some new digital stuff in the works.

Went down to Mexico with my friend JamesHaunt.com to paint a HUGE wall in Tijuana. Check out the video and his new website which was designed by thebadcharacter. Special thanks to Justin for holding everything down when we were out there, you are a real G!

enjoy the video:

Mark your calendars! On May 14th, we will be taking part in the grand opening of ELEXARE art supply store in Long Beach.
With live painting from thebadcharacter himself, along with James Haunt and musical performances from PHENIK, Destruct, Jroz, Fresh Raheem, & Guess?.
ELEXARE will also be having a spray paint sale, as well a taco man on-site, give-aways, live DJ, blackbook session and tons of art on display.

So make sure to come stop by and check out the event on May 14th from 12pm-8pm!

COOK-CMK from Osaka, Japan

I painted an indoor soccer spot the other day with about 15 other people. It was a lot of fun and I was able to chill with people I haven’t seen in awhile. I was a little rusty but I think everything came out cool in the end. Special thanks to Elexare.com for pulling the wall. As usual the pictures are up on our flickr or you can click on the pic above.

I got a chance to hook up a flyer for our good friend over at ELEXARE in Long Beach. I also did the product photography for the flyer and website. He just opened up and is fully stocked with paint and other art supplies so if you are in the area check him out. click on the flyer to link to his temporary site (full site in the works).

I have seen my share of “graffiti” related movies and they all tend to lack a certain realness.  Most movies of that genre emphasize aspects of the culture that really don’t speak to real writers/bombers.  Either they overload the main characters with hip hop super powers or they portray the act of graffiti in a unrealistic manner. WHOLETRAIN is as real as it gets yet still maintains a captivating story line.

After watching the film there was a short Q&A with writer and director Florian Gaag. We were able to talk briefly with him about what was next for the film and he assured us there would be a coming DVD release and possibly a larger premiere in the near future. He also mentioned possibly bringing the world famous MACLAIM crew to Los Angeles to collaborate with local artists in support of a larger west coast release.

We will be looking forward to seeing new things from Florian Gaag in the future or at least getting our hands on a DVD copy of Wholetrain.

A couple weeks back we had the pleasure of attending Attack of the 2 Headed Monster, an art show held at Nomad in Los Angeles. The show displayed the art work of Maxx242 & Xpres, two amazing artists and also friends of ours. Over 70 pieces of work were on display, some which have never been seen before. An open bar sponsored by Patron helped to make an awesome night of friends, music and art. Thank you to all the familiar faces that came through to support the artists!

XPRES

Maxx242

Maxx242

Visit thebadcharacter’s flickr to see more photos from the show.

If you arent at the ATTACK OF THE 2 HEADED MONSTER show on NOV 21st you are definitely sleepin. Featuring new works by XPRES and MAXX242. There will be Patron and beer for those who need extra incentive. Aside from that they are 2 of the nicest people you could ever meet. Come show some love and get a little tipsy while you’re at it. As usual the TBC team will be there doing our thing. Stay tuned for pics and video…

Update: View pictures from this show!