Flatcolor Gallery presents the work of Dave MacDowell and Augie Pagan on Thursday, March 4th, 2010 from 5-9pm.Additionally Flatcolor will be hosting a comic book themed group show in the loft area;
"Sidekicks & Henchmen" celebrating artistic interpretations of the lesser known characters in the comic book world.
Dave MacDowellDave MacDowell's Lowbrow/ Pop Surrealism art focuses on childhood fantasy and our contemporary cultural nightmares. From his paintings of "Miseryland", an acid-drenched satire of Disney and America's celebrity worship to, repeated themes of Samuel L. Jackson and Jack Nicholson ; Dave's work holds up a carnival mirror to a media-obsessed American dream that is spinning out of control.
David MacDowell was raised by a television set, and soaked in culture like a sponge. A self-taught artist, he incorporates media and social themes into brilliant and controversial satirical paintings. Never afraid of tapping into the dark side of American media worship, he tops off celebrity renderings with crying babies, candy colored nightmares, and a hilariously acidic sense of humor. Some have called his work a virtual “Disneyland on acid”. By bravely peeling away the veneer of pop culture, he validates the abused underbelly of society with x-ray glasses. With an ever-expanding list of international clientele, David’s work can be found in Atlanta, California, Florida and now Washington!
http://www.macdowellstudio.com
Augie PaganHailing from the California Bay Area, Augie Pagan moved to Seattle to attend art school with the hopes of becoming an illustrator and/or comic book artist. Fate had another plan however, and Augie soon found himself working in the world of video games. After many years of creating art for various video game companies, Augie decided to test the shark filled waters of a freelance artist. Since then, Augie has been self employed as a freelancer, and has been slowly making his way into the alternative art scene by pursing gallery work. His art has been displayed in group shows locally as well as LA, SF, and NY. Augie also hates the term "alternative art" and can't stand writing about himself in the third person.
"Most of the images in my work usually pull from a variety of pop-culture references that shaped my imagination as a child. Recently I've been delving deeper past pop-culture, and exploring my own culture, by re-examining events from my past, and merging them with my influences from the present. These current pieces serve as my own personal "Mexican Pulp" covers for stories, memories, and ideas from my past, present, and future." - Augie Pagan
http://augiepagan.com/"Sidekicks & Henchmen"Additionally in March Flatcolor Gallery presents a group exhibition "Sidekicks & Henchmen" in our loft area.
"Sidekicks & Henchmen" is a comic book themed exhibition focused on comic book characters outside of the Hollywood movie heroes and villains. Local and national artists are invited to show work inspired by lesser-known comic book characters sidekicks, henchmen, heroes and villains.
Participating artists:Dave MacDowell
Jesse LeDoux
EGO
Joe McSween
Joe Vollan
Chip 7
Ryan De La Hoz
PGEE
Edward Pun
Redd Walitzki
Luke Yates
Ken Cursoe
Dev Madan
Karin Yamagiwa Madan (Stumpytown)
and more...
Opening Reception: Thursday March 4th, 2010.
Special Comicon Weekend / Artists Reception: March 13th, 2010 6-10pm.
The exhibition will run through March 28th, 2010.
Images:Web Card front: http://www.flatcolor.com/images/gallery/march2010/flatcolor_march_2010top.jpg
Web Card full: http://www.flatcolor.com/images/gallery/march2010/flatcolor_march_2010full.jpg
Dave MacDowell:http://www.flatcolor.com/images/gallery/march2010/DaveMacDowell-BadMuthaWizard16x20.JPG"Bad Mutha' Wizard" 16"x20" Acrylic on Canvas
http://www.flatcolor.com/images/gallery/march2010/daveMacDowell-BadMothaEraserhead.jpg"Bad Mutha' Eraserhead"18"x24" Acrylic on Canvas
http://www.flatcolor.com/images/gallery/march2010/daveMacDowell-taxirider.JPG"Taxirider" 16"x20" Acrylic on Canvas
Augie Pagan:
http://www.flatcolor.com/images/gallery/march2010/AugiePagan-EndofLove.jpg"End Of Love"
"Sidekicks & Henchmen"http://www.flatcolor.com/images/gallery/march2010/Flatcolor_LeDoux.jpgJesse LeDoux "3 of Spiderman's foes: The Lizard, Mysterio, and Chameleon" Ink and gouache on Arches paper, 7"x10"
http://www.flatcolor.com/images/gallery/march2010/EdwardPun-spectreman.jpgEdward Pun "Spectreman" 5"x 6.5"
Web Links:http://www.flatcolor.com/gallery/march2010.htmlContact Flatcolor Gallery at info@flatcolor.com or 206-390-6537 for press and preview information.
About Flatcolor GalleryLocated on First Avenue in Seattle's historic Pioneer Square neighborhood, Flatcolor Gallery features local and national underground contemporary artists in a relaxed gallery setting. Flatcolor Gallery has featured the art of Parskid, Robert Hardgrave, Chip7, 2H, EGO, Joe Vollan, Timothy Karpinski, Sohaila Adela, Chris Crites, Ryan Bubnis, Ryan De La Hoz and, David MacDowell.
From designers and illustrators, to street artists and tattoo artists, Flatcolor Gallery is dedicated to bringing a fresh perspective on art and creativity to Seattle's First Thursday Art Walk each month. In addition to original artwork, Flatcolor Gallery features a growing line of affordable fine art prints and products.
Media Contact:
Cristopher Cook
Flatcolor Gallery
528 1st AVE S
Seattle, WA 98104
info@flatcolor.com
206-390-6537
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