Chris decided last minute (he's been full of surprises lately) last Saturday that we'd trek up to LA to check out one of our favorite artists Greg "Craola" Simkins latest show, Stop Haunting Me at Merry Karnowsky Gallery. I have said it in the past and I'll say it again, you can not look at art online - you need to see it in person. There are a few reasons for this and I'll share in a future post!
I was surprised traffic on the way up was non-existent. And by the powers that be, we found a parking space right in front of the gallery! I teased Chris that it was probably because all the hipsters left LA for Coachella. He laughed and said, I love Coachella!
I know with movies and music, I always hope that the sequels or follow-up albums are better... almost never the case but I can say... art is different. I am not an art critic but I know what I like. I know what's good. My thoughts: Craola killed this show. Slayed. His evolution is insane - love that he's using vivid colors. Greg "Craola" Simkins does a fantastic job of making old painting techniques new. Refreshing and stimulating. Take your kids.
Detailed.
Texture.
The prints from "Stop Haunting Me" show are perfectly executed. I haven't seen anything like it and we are so excited to add "The Summer Vacation" to our collection. Not the original piece because Everlast bought it but a framed print. Do not sleep on art - get one.
Greg "Craola" Simkins - Stop Haunting Me runs till May 4th, 2013
Merry Karnowsky Gallery
170 S. La Brea Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 933-4408
Open Tuesday - Saturday 12-6pm
Note: I took all of these photos but they are not copyrighted by me - if you would like to use, email xeniadroid@gmail.comLabels: Art, Craola, Everlast, Greg Simkins, LA, Merry Karnowsky Gallery, Stop Haunting Me, The Summer Vacation