From the press release -

Subliminal Projects is proud to present its opening fall show 3 Kings, on view September 17 through October 8, 2011. In classic NYC Subway Graffiti lore, a “King” is one who has achieved the most recognition for not only excellence in style but for the mark they have made on the culture. For over thirty years these “3 Kings” have been at the top of the game. Their history-making rise to international prominence from the subway tunnels of New York City was recently chronicled in MOCA’s “Art In The Streets” exhibition. At Subliminal Projects they will be presenting their contemporary work created exclusively for this exhibition. Please join us at a reception for the artists on Saturday, September 17, from 8-11p.m.

Fab 5 Freddy is well known as Hip Hop’s ambassador to the world. His early work with Blondie on the hit “Rapture,” his creation of the seminal film “Wild Style” (directed by Charlie Ahearn) and his groundbreaking shows at the FUN Gallery brought graffiti art, rap music and break-dancing to the big stage. He would go on to co-produce and host “Yo, MTV Raps!”, the first show to regularly feature this culture on TV. Starting with his famous “Campbell’s Soup Can” subway car homage to Andy Warhol, Fred has been at the vanguard– and his new work is no exception.

News from Los Angeles -

Subliminal Projects Gallery is honored to present Eve, an important group exhibition of works by revolutionary female artists Judy Chicago, Mary Beth Edelson, Kim McCarty, Ayanah Moor, Alex Prager, Lisa Steele, Swoon, Stella Vine and Hannah Wilke. Eve is a cultural icon and reinforces the idea of equality that feminism drives home. Eve is a composition of powerful female artists, stemming from the feminist era of the 1970’s to the present. The exhibition explores how individual perceptions of femininity are expressed through each artist’s specific genre. Eve is on view July 23rd through August 20th, 2011.

SUBLIMINAL PROJECTS
1331 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90026

Above – Judy Chicago, The Creation, 1985, Serigraph on black Arches, 30 x 40 inches; Photo Credit: Donald Woodman

Selected work from featured artists after the jump.

Opening on May 7, 2011, New Masters focuses on today’s leading contemporary artists and their approach to the classical figure.  These exceptional artists are considered the “New Masters” of today’s figure painters, printers and sculptors, invoking the feeling of the “Old Master’s” technical virtuosity with a contemporary approach. The exhibition runs through June 4, 2011 at SUBLIMINAL PROJECTS in Los Angeles.

Mary Jane Ansell, Sean Cheetham, Ron English, Benjamin Bryce Kelly, Miles ‘Mac’ MacGregor, Ann Marshall, Stephen Wright, and Jonathan Yeo are featured.

SUBLIMINAL PROJECTS
1331 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90026

Above: Mary Jane Ansell, Bind I Etching, 32 x 32 cm.

More work from New Masters after the jump.

Subliminal Projects is gearing up for a big one. On January 22, 2011 the gallery will open The Big Picture: Mark Mothersbaugh & Shepard Fairey focusing on the duos artistic and philanthropic activity of the DEVO frontman and famed street artist respectively.

As artists, Mark and Shepard create work that demand the viewer’s attention, drawing them into a world where scale is pushed to the forefront. From several feet back, Shepard’s work tells one story while, up close, the intricate patterning tells another. The symbols in a Shepard print provide a contextual framework and the elaborate detailing reflects a careful attention to craft. Mark’s creative process begins on a small scale. His postcard-size illustrations and paintings often serve as the initial step in his creative process, from which he then pulls imagery for his larger work. These highly personal postcards are created on an intimate scale and, once enlarged into large-format works, the viewer is invited to step into Mark’s whimsical world. In both cases, it is the carefully thought out details that make The Big Picture.

The Big Picture will run through February 19, 2011.

SUBLIMINAL PROJECTS
1331 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90026

Full preview follows.

Subliminal Projects invites a big crew to Wreck the Walls for the gallery’s latest group exhibition. Opening on December 11, 2010 “Wreck the Walls includes works by over 30 artists, established and emerging, who have helped shape the artistic spirit influenced by their times. Rebellious pioneers of their artistic genres, who come from a background where there are few rules and anything is possible, have helped pave the way for a younger generation of artists who are influenced by their prevailing subculture. From gallery to street art, this show expresses each artist’s divergence and individuality, offering a visual cornucopia of painting, photography, mixed media, works on paper, digital prints, sculpture, graphic design, and illustration.”

Show runs to January 15, 2011.

SUBLIMINAL PROJECTS
1331 W. Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90026

Image: Martha Cooper, Happy Holidays by Jayson (J.SON) & Richie (Seen), 1982, South Bronx; Digital c-print; signed edition of 100; 8 x 12 inches.

From my friends at Living Proof – “Shepard Fairey’s latest exhibition Printed Matters opened on September 16th at Subliminal Projects. The packed house took in the lovely sights including every variety of Fairey’s printed work including prints on wood, metal, paper, album covers, and collage on paper. Living Proof Magazine was on hand to document the work, the crowd, and atmosphere of Shepard Fairey’s first ever solo exhibition at Subliminal Projects.”

Subliminal Projects is pleased to announce its forthcoming show Printed Matters by Shepard Fairey.  This exhibition will focus on the importance of printed material and incorporates every variety of Shepard’s printed works, works on wood, metal, album covers, and fine art collage papers.  At the opening, in collaboration with Gestalten Books, Subliminal Projects will be hosting a public reception and book signing for Beyond the Street: The 100 Most Important Figures in Urban Art.

Exhibition Dates:
September 16th – October 9th, 2010

SUBLIMINAL PROJECTS
1331 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90026

Opening on July 10, 2010, The Homebody does more than just present new works by Jim Houser. Known for his installations and elaborate hand-lettered abstract poetry, Houser also provides (for the first time) a soundtrack to the exhibition. The intent is to provide a fully transformative experience. The sounds will be available on a limited edition pressed vinyl, a winning compliment to the displayed goods.

Subliminal Projects (1331 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026)
The Homebody
New Works by Jim Houser
July 10th – August 7th, 2010

More info after the jump.

Previewed last week, Skullphone’s Digital Media show at Subliminal Projects opens this weekend. The video gives a sense of the artists process.

New paintings by Skullphone hit the walls of Los Angeles’ Subliminal Projects on June 5, 2010.

Digital Media finds Skullphone questioning the use of digital signage in his hometown of Los Angeles. His paintings are time consuming projects, using a dot-grid system on black aluminum panels. As a fixture on the LA street art scene for over a decade, Skullphone’s new paintings are somewhat of a departure from his previous output despite clear connection to the urban environment that has always inspired him.

Digital Media will run to July 2, 2010. Subliminal Projects, 1331 W. Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA.

Preview continues after the jump.