Last month while crossing West Broadway, I came across Peter Smith. Peter’s studio is located on a curb facing the busy and fashionable streets of Soho. He transforms wire mesh from screen doors into wonderful works of art. Watching Peter’s fingers mold and kneed the wire into his next creation, I was reminded of the great sax players who use their fingers in a similar way; compressing air to create rich, musical tones.
From his Brooklyn, NY beginnings to the present day in Austin, TX. K.C. remains moving his art forward steadily developing his own visual language. From Inspiration to creation and concept to painting, take a closer look into the artists. Enjoy!
This week we shine the Daylight Curfew spotlight on lo-fi folk maestro, Brian Austin aka Whole Wheat. Daylight Curfew’s very own Cassettes Won’t Listen talks to the artist (via text message) about his work, life, and influences. Stick around next week for the dramatic conclusion.
This week we chopped it up with musician, painter, designer, and all around creative soul, Brandon Reevey. In late 2011 Brandon released ‘Bright Grey Friday’ a mix of Jazz, hip hop, soul, and electronics. A refreshing mixture of genres and emotions. The record, a collection of experiences, future sounds, and current inspiration was a starter for this conversation, the rest is in the writing. Take a read, take a listen, and enjoy!
This week with sat with San Diego artist, Monstrinho, (Get Vicious) and talked; painting, inspiration, process, and the future. If your in the San Diego area his work is hanging at the Hellion Gallery. Check the work, and check the spotlight. Enjoy!
San Francisco based artist John Felix Arnold III is with us this week to shine light on his work, inspiration, events, audio and all things good. Check the DLC team in S.F. with him Feb 4th for the “The Love of All Things Above”
This week we spotlight fashion designer, producer, and architecture student, Devang Shah. Devang recently launched his self-titled fashion line, built and designed a solar powered table with designer Mike Low (profiled in the New York Times) and has worked closely with Cassettes Won’t Listen’s Jason Drake and singer Thimali Kodikara on their music collaboration, Eka.
This week we spotlight New Jersey-based illustrator and silkscreen/stencil artist, Keith Cheek. His latest work translates his views and opinions of this insane world by way of the classic bumper sticker medium. A 180 degree departure from his earlier subconscious, self-described “thoughtless” prints.
For this week’s Artist Spotlight we have Derek ‘DJA’ Allen. The man is a music producer, sound designer & DJ currently based in Los Angeles.
Derek Allen has been making music since a teenager, eventually relocating to Philadelphia to work with Diplo and Mad Decent as a producer and engineer.
Super hyped to have one of DLC’s long time collaborators and contributors in the spotlight this week. We threw some questions at Turnbull Green and got the drop on his newest latest. We also wanted to let you know that tonight he is on the radio and in the airwaves over L.A. check the words and tune into the radio!
It’s Friday so you know what that means. Our weekly artist spotlight is back and this time we bring you famed illustrator/painter/screenprinter from San Francisco, Jeremy Fish.
BrokeMC has been an innovator of the Indie NYC rap scene for ten years. Releasing three solo albums, collaborating on three albums with the famous MINDSpray Crew, and countless other cameos and contributions, he is a prolific creative force and active supporter of the NYC music community. As he prepares to release the ‘Brokenphono’ record with U.K producer Billy Phono. We are excited to share some of his insight, process, and directions with you.
Today we are proud to spotlight long time DLC compadre Bishop203. As a teen without train yards, Bishop203 turned to the concrete canvases of abandoned factory buildings of Connecticut. On an artists journey that led him south to the train yards of Virginia he further developed his craft. Eventually landing back east in Brooklyn, New York City, where you will find pieces of him all over the city. We sat down with Bishop203 for a few to catch up ask a few questions. Enjoy!
We’re proud to present our brand new weekly artist spotlight series. The series will focus on painters, sculpters, musicians, designers, and all around creative individuals who we feel are pushing the boundaries of their respective fields. This week we bring you the artwork of Amy Guidry.