"Boys Are Slobs" is available. Somebody wanted to buy it and i had thought it sold but i was wrong. If your out there or if anyone is interested its for sale 350.00.
"Boys Are Slobs" is Available
"Boys Are Slobs" is available. Somebody wanted to buy it and i had thought it sold but i was wrong. If your out there or if anyone is interested its for sale 350.00.
Thinking of Charles Bukowski. I wish i had a chance to meet him. Meeting Linda Lee was fantastic. Now one of my ceramic pieces lives in his house. Thats the biggest honor in the world to me because i own almost all his books and have got so much out of them. R.I.P. Charles Bukowski....
John Michael Gill
12-09-09
NEW PETE DOHERTY RECORD GRACE/WASTELANDS
Check this one out if your a Libertines/Babyshambles/Pete Doherty fan. Its really good and a bit different from past records.
NEW PROJECT
Im working on 2 books, one of which is a project that revolves around my writing. Im very excited about this one. Above is a small example.
SOLO SHOW TONIGHT AT MONKEYHOUSE TOYS.
Monkeyhouse Toys & Art Gallery presents
JOHN MICHAEL GILL
Solo Show
Oct 3 - 18, 2009
Opening reception: Saturday, Oct 3, 5-9pm
John Michael Gill was raised in Torrance, CA. Born into an artistic family, he was highly influenced by the skateboard culture in which he grew up, espeically the music and graffiti. His immersion in this culture and voracious reading encouraged his development as a self-taught artist. He says, "Art is not something I chose, but something that chose me".
It’s great to see a folk style not derived from the foothills of Appalachia, but from the sidewalks of Southern California. Gill’s work pierces straight to the heart with strong religious iconography and archaic mark making. He dabbles in all mediums, ranging from mixed media to ceramics, oils and acrylics. His work is a statement on the current condition of mankind and the corporate cement that gags and binds us. John’s subjects are often tormented by demons and dollar signs, indicating the plight of the common artist and, of course, the common man. His canvases collide with chaotic representations of crudely drawn houses with white picket fences, TVs, skeletons and gleaming kings’ crowns, indicating the over-saturation of the "idea" of the American Dream gone wild.
- from interview with Nathan Cartwright for The Citizen LA.
Monkeyhouse Toys & Art Gallery
1618 1/2 Silver Lake Bl.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
323-662-3437
monkeyhousetoys.com
johnmichaelgill.com
JOHN MICHAEL GILL
Solo Show
Oct 3 - 18, 2009
Opening reception: Saturday, Oct 3, 5-9pm
John Michael Gill was raised in Torrance, CA. Born into an artistic family, he was highly influenced by the skateboard culture in which he grew up, espeically the music and graffiti. His immersion in this culture and voracious reading encouraged his development as a self-taught artist. He says, "Art is not something I chose, but something that chose me".
It’s great to see a folk style not derived from the foothills of Appalachia, but from the sidewalks of Southern California. Gill’s work pierces straight to the heart with strong religious iconography and archaic mark making. He dabbles in all mediums, ranging from mixed media to ceramics, oils and acrylics. His work is a statement on the current condition of mankind and the corporate cement that gags and binds us. John’s subjects are often tormented by demons and dollar signs, indicating the plight of the common artist and, of course, the common man. His canvases collide with chaotic representations of crudely drawn houses with white picket fences, TVs, skeletons and gleaming kings’ crowns, indicating the over-saturation of the "idea" of the American Dream gone wild.
- from interview with Nathan Cartwright for The Citizen LA.
Monkeyhouse Toys & Art Gallery
1618 1/2 Silver Lake Bl.
Los Angeles, CA 90026
323-662-3437
monkeyhousetoys.com
johnmichaelgill.com
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I have not been adding much content lately due to some pretty distracting times. Thanks to my friends and family who have been so good to me the last few weeks. Ive missed all of you and could not make it without you. Enough is enough already and its time to focus on new projects. I just really want to thank those who have stuck by me when times got rough and for those who have run from rough times, please do me a favor and keep running.
John
A Few Prints From My Residency
Here are a few prints from my Angels Gate Residency in San Pedro. I need a way to shoot these better. Email me if you are interested in one for yourself. These are very small runs of maybe 2 to 4 each. johnmichaelgill@aol.com
PRINT SHOW ANGELS GATE MAY 3rd
John Michael Gill:
New Prints
May 3 - June 14, 2009
Opening Reception: Sunday, May 3, 2-4pm
South Bay artist John Michael Gill presents a selection of prints and paintings related to his ongoing Angels Gate Print Studio Residency.
Working with Center Master Printer Eva Vacca, John is exploring outside his primary mediums of painting and drawing to create a unique series of prints. The Center's Print Studio Residencies pair professional artists who are non-printmakers with our Master Printer to give artists new opportunities to expand the scope of their work in an experimental way.
Faces
www.flickr.com
See all the images from the John Gill exhibition on our Flickr page
Contact:
Angels Gate Cultural Center
3601 South Gaffey Street, San Pedro, California 90731
Phone: 310-519-0936, Fax: 310-519-8698
Contact Marshall Astor
Office Hours: Tuesday - Friday, 10 am - 5 pm
Gallery Hours: Tuesday - Sunday, 10 am - 5 pm
New Prints
May 3 - June 14, 2009
Opening Reception: Sunday, May 3, 2-4pm
South Bay artist John Michael Gill presents a selection of prints and paintings related to his ongoing Angels Gate Print Studio Residency.
Working with Center Master Printer Eva Vacca, John is exploring outside his primary mediums of painting and drawing to create a unique series of prints. The Center's Print Studio Residencies pair professional artists who are non-printmakers with our Master Printer to give artists new opportunities to expand the scope of their work in an experimental way.
Faces
www.flickr.com
See all the images from the John Gill exhibition on our Flickr page
Contact:
Angels Gate Cultural Center
3601 South Gaffey Street, San Pedro, California 90731
Phone: 310-519-0936, Fax: 310-519-8698
Contact Marshall Astor
Office Hours: Tuesday - Friday, 10 am - 5 pm
Gallery Hours: Tuesday - Sunday, 10 am - 5 pm
My Residency
Ive been extremely lucky to have been given a residency in Angels Gates print lab. Ive been rather pressed for time however to make enough prints for a show at Angels Gate on May 3rd (more info to come). Im working on limited runs for my first batch of prints, basically 5 prints per image.
Its always exciting to work in new mediums. Prints will be available through my site or other places if i can work it out. MORE TO COME.
Photos include my first attempt at a print as well as the actual press ill be using to make it all happen.
Its always exciting to work in new mediums. Prints will be available through my site or other places if i can work it out. MORE TO COME.
Photos include my first attempt at a print as well as the actual press ill be using to make it all happen.
DEMON
As I get closer to the release of my first book ive been finding so many drawings. Thought i would post some. More to comeAlso found this photo of part of a large mural i did at Walled City Gallery. Its roughly 5x4'
Beastie Boy Tribute Show January 8th
"Under The Influence"
Opening Reception Thursday January 8th 7-11PM
Show runs January 8th - January 29th
Gallery 1988 on Melrose
Info at www.gallery1988.com
I have one piece in the show.
"Benihana Chef" 5x7" Nixed Media.
"Under The Influence: An Official Art Tribute to Beastie Boys" is literally just around the corner, opening at G1988: LA on Jan. 8, 2009. Boasting a line-up of just about 100 artists, this show is shaping up to be quite a historic event. The band has been extremely gracious and receptive, involving themselves in early previews and promotion
A Few Pieces From "TRIFECTA"
To View More Available Work From The Show Please Follow This Link http://www.cavegallery.net/index.php?option=com_ignitegallery&Itemid=28
The Argonaut
I thought it was pretty cool of the Argonaut newspaper to use my photo to promote the C.A.V.E. Show "Trifecta". Thanks Argonaut, and thanks to all who came out to the show last night.
We Jam Econo
I finally got to see the Minutemen documentary "We Jam Econo". I am often let down by documentaries on bands or artists that i like, but thankfully not this one. I hope you all get a chance to see this for yourself. The film is packed with live Minutemen footage which is great, as well as interviews from people who were there to witness the music first hand. "We Jam Econo" is a must see my friends so please do. I rented it from Netflix but you can also buy it at http://theminutemen.com/. Also if your a Mike Watt fan check out his site http://www.hootpage.com/
NEW SHOW "TRIFECTA"
Opening Reception December 5th 2008. 7 pm - 11pm
Show runs thru January 2nd.
"TRIFECTA"
Featuring:
Jeremy Szuder
John Michael Gill
Michelle Dubin
C.A.V.E. Gallery
507 Rose Ave
Venice. 90291
http://www.cavegallery.net/
Walled City
I Came across this picture from my "Exorcising Possessions" show at Walled City a few years back.
Photo Marshall Astor.
First Show at C.A.V.E. Gallery in Venice.
Its always a pleasure to show with the brotherhood consisting of Jeremy Szuder, Poor Al and Myself (John Michael Gill). We kicked off the first show at the new C.A.V.E. gallery in Venice. We are booked for December which will be an awesome show since the three of us work so well together. I will update this site with info when it becomes available as well as my Solo show at Monkeyhouse Toys in Silver lake in November. Stay Tuned.
Paintings For C.A.V.E. Show
"Mary"
8x8" Acryllic on Canvas
"Priest"
8x8" Acryllic on Canvas
"Food Chain"
8x8" Acryllic on Canvas
"Wolf"
8x8" Acryllic on Canvas
ALL IMAGES COPYRIGHT JOHN MICHAEL GILL.
The Art of Politics Documentary
Keep an eye out for the upcoming documentary "The Art of Politics". I was pleased to be asked to be a part of this project. The documentary is the brainchild of Mike Siegel and Dana Hopper. Artists involved are The Love Movement, John Michael Gill, Kofie, Man One, Shepard Fairey, and others. I will Keep you posted. In the meantime here is the first trailer.
Thank You.
I would like to thank all the people who have recently emailed me about my work. After Juxtapoz.com featured me i have recieved a lot of emails from people expressing how they feel about my work. This means a lot to me, and for that i thank you all.
Hope all is well,
John
New Ceramics
If you have any questions regarding availability of any work please email me at johnmichaelgill@aol.com
"Lady Death" Sticker
I have some of these left over. If you want some hit me up at Johnmichaelgill@aol.com
Hope all is well.
John Michael Gill
"Fatally Yours" at Crewest February 9th - March 2nd
I will have some work in the next Crewest show "Fatally Yours". The show should be a good one with artists doing pieces relative to love or loss. Come out and support. I will try and post images of my piece for the show beforehand.
Crewest: Gallery + Shop
New Downtown Location..
110 Winston St.
Los Angeles, CA 90013
(213) 627-8272 ph
(213) 559-0525 fx
Hope everyone is well in 08.
John
Thanks Where Thanks Are Due.
A big thank you to Kyle Harper for his efforts putting together the mona lisa show in Berlin. No small task dealing with so many artists, let alone internationally. Thanks Kyle.
Here is an article from Berlinista.com about the show.
MONA LISA is the title of the upcoming group show featuring 50 international lowbrow artists at Strychnin Gallery Berlin.
The show will include works by (besides of many more) Danielle de Picciotto and Alexander Sterzel. Also featuring: MESSALINA BRAGATTI III. – DIVA WITHOUT FUR – A performance by Berlin photographer and fashion designer Tina Cassati.
On January 25th, 2008, American curator Kyle Harper will present the “Mona Lisa” show at Strychnin Gallery, opening at 7pm. The show is dedicated exclusively to Leonardo Da Vinci’s art, focusing on his most famous painting: the Mona Lisa. A number of internationally renowned artists such as John Michael Gill, David Flores and Bethany Marchman have recreated Da Vinci’s masterpiece, resulting in a diversity of Mona Lisas as seen by the artists. Many of the American artists that Kyle Harper is bringing to Berlin have worked for major Hollywood Studios such as Disney, Pixar, or Warner Brothers. The Strychnin artists included in the show are German-American artist Danielle de Picciotto and German photographer Alexander Sterzel.
Tina Cassati is a Berlin-based photographer, fashion designer, and artist. Right before the start of Berlin’s fashion week on January 27th, she will present part of her performance “Messalina Bragatti III. – Diva without Fur” during the opening of the Mona Lisa group show. Strongly influenced by the Dadaists and recycling art among others, the dresses she will present are an elaborate cross between punk and baroque. Her hats are carefully created out of materials such as plastic foil and coffee filters, and she mostly works with male models, thus questioning gender roles. With her political stand against the fur trade and the use of fur in fashion, Tina Cassati’s work polarizes and enchants at the same time.
Participating artists: Randy Kono, John Michael Gill, Sophia Pottish, Delphia Zoso, James Malone, Walt Hall, Slouchy Vague, Dark Vomit, David Russell Talbot, Poor Al, Renee Lawter, Melanie Finch, Jimmy Bleyer, Julie Bossinger, Stella Im Hultberg, Carol Powell, Douglas Alvarez, Tooter, Linda Alverez, Annie Terrazzo, Davide Servolini, Josh Taylor, Bart Cusick, Shahid Brown, Jose Lopes, Jeremy Szuder, Kelly Orange, Paul Brogden, Todd Durrett, Extremo The Clown, Michele Waterman, Jim McLeod, L. Croskey, Jason Odaffer, Bethany Marchman, Cbabi Bayoc, Uncle Bob, The Love Movement, David Lambert, Stefan LeTete, Andy Andro Haynes, Daniel Fleres, David Flores, Christina Anthony, Doug Forbes, Bryan Barnes, Dave Miles, H. Lore, Aaron Kraten, Jovian, David Wyffels, DeAnne Williamson, Mary Spring, Darrin Margulies among others
“MONA LISA” SHOW
Opening: January 25th, 2008 from 7 p.m. until 11 p.m. - Duration of the show: January 25th – February 3rd, 2008 - Opening times: Thursday – Sunday 1 pm till 6 pm @ Strychnin Gallery Berlin, Boxhagener Straße 36, Berlin 10245 - Web: http://www.strychnin.com
Here is an article from Berlinista.com about the show.
MONA LISA is the title of the upcoming group show featuring 50 international lowbrow artists at Strychnin Gallery Berlin.
The show will include works by (besides of many more) Danielle de Picciotto and Alexander Sterzel. Also featuring: MESSALINA BRAGATTI III. – DIVA WITHOUT FUR – A performance by Berlin photographer and fashion designer Tina Cassati.
On January 25th, 2008, American curator Kyle Harper will present the “Mona Lisa” show at Strychnin Gallery, opening at 7pm. The show is dedicated exclusively to Leonardo Da Vinci’s art, focusing on his most famous painting: the Mona Lisa. A number of internationally renowned artists such as John Michael Gill, David Flores and Bethany Marchman have recreated Da Vinci’s masterpiece, resulting in a diversity of Mona Lisas as seen by the artists. Many of the American artists that Kyle Harper is bringing to Berlin have worked for major Hollywood Studios such as Disney, Pixar, or Warner Brothers. The Strychnin artists included in the show are German-American artist Danielle de Picciotto and German photographer Alexander Sterzel.
Tina Cassati is a Berlin-based photographer, fashion designer, and artist. Right before the start of Berlin’s fashion week on January 27th, she will present part of her performance “Messalina Bragatti III. – Diva without Fur” during the opening of the Mona Lisa group show. Strongly influenced by the Dadaists and recycling art among others, the dresses she will present are an elaborate cross between punk and baroque. Her hats are carefully created out of materials such as plastic foil and coffee filters, and she mostly works with male models, thus questioning gender roles. With her political stand against the fur trade and the use of fur in fashion, Tina Cassati’s work polarizes and enchants at the same time.
Participating artists: Randy Kono, John Michael Gill, Sophia Pottish, Delphia Zoso, James Malone, Walt Hall, Slouchy Vague, Dark Vomit, David Russell Talbot, Poor Al, Renee Lawter, Melanie Finch, Jimmy Bleyer, Julie Bossinger, Stella Im Hultberg, Carol Powell, Douglas Alvarez, Tooter, Linda Alverez, Annie Terrazzo, Davide Servolini, Josh Taylor, Bart Cusick, Shahid Brown, Jose Lopes, Jeremy Szuder, Kelly Orange, Paul Brogden, Todd Durrett, Extremo The Clown, Michele Waterman, Jim McLeod, L. Croskey, Jason Odaffer, Bethany Marchman, Cbabi Bayoc, Uncle Bob, The Love Movement, David Lambert, Stefan LeTete, Andy Andro Haynes, Daniel Fleres, David Flores, Christina Anthony, Doug Forbes, Bryan Barnes, Dave Miles, H. Lore, Aaron Kraten, Jovian, David Wyffels, DeAnne Williamson, Mary Spring, Darrin Margulies among others
“MONA LISA” SHOW
Opening: January 25th, 2008 from 7 p.m. until 11 p.m. - Duration of the show: January 25th – February 3rd, 2008 - Opening times: Thursday – Sunday 1 pm till 6 pm @ Strychnin Gallery Berlin, Boxhagener Straße 36, Berlin 10245 - Web: http://www.strychnin.com
Congratulations
Congratulations to my Sister Heather and my Brother in law Daryl on the birth of their son Adam James Heyert. Adam was born on the 28th and is a blessing to my family. Im very proud to be an uncle to my niece Emily, my nephew Rockwell, and now Adam. Its a beautiful thing to see my family growing.
New Commission
Dropping off the piece to Joan McSweeney. Jack and Joan have a great art collection which includes Rauschenberg, Picasso, Lichtenstein and others. It is really nice to have my work along side these artists. "Our Lady" collection of Jack and Joan McSweeney.
Upcoming Shows
Click on Fliers to enlarge..
Round 2 of "Underdogs" curated by Poor Al. As usual Al pulls together a great line up.
L.C. of The Cannibal Flower and Thinkspace curated a show at Ghettogloss. I will have some new ceramic pieces for this mix media show. Great line up as well.
Round 2 of "Underdogs" curated by Poor Al. As usual Al pulls together a great line up.
L.C. of The Cannibal Flower and Thinkspace curated a show at Ghettogloss. I will have some new ceramic pieces for this mix media show. Great line up as well.
Next Show Saturday November 10th
I have some pieces in "Dont Go To The Mall II" at Red Dot Gallery in downtown L.A. This is a cool show for me to be a part of because Julie Rico, the owner of Red Dot is the first person to ever give me a show back in 1999 (Dont Go To The Mall) at her old gallery "The Rico Gallery" in Santa Monica. Its been quite a rollercoaster ever since. Thanks Julie...
Heres the info:
The Red Dot Gallery located at 500 S. Spring Street 90013 in downtown Los Angeles is pleased to present Julie Rico’s “Don’t Go to the Mall II” exhibition. This exhibition will feature new works created by artists: Joy Shulman aka Clara Boo, Daniel Gruppen, Dan Goodsell (Mister Toast), Armando Huerta, John Michael Gill, Sophia Pottish, Ken Rosenfeld,Geoffry Tjakra, Mark Wasyl, Jerico Woggon aka Cherry Meltdown and Nicole.
The Opening reception for the artists is set for Saturday, November 10, 2007 from 7-10PM. The show opens on Gallery Row Night, Thursday, November 8th 2007 from noon till 9 pm and runs thru Saturday, January, 12, 2008.
The first exhibition “Don’t Go to the Mall” was produced at the Julie Rico Gallery in Santa Monica in 1999 and proved to be a huge success for the artists and customers that had the pleasure of participating by purchasing art at the show at affordable prices. People may take their purchases home with them!
Heres the info:
The Red Dot Gallery located at 500 S. Spring Street 90013 in downtown Los Angeles is pleased to present Julie Rico’s “Don’t Go to the Mall II” exhibition. This exhibition will feature new works created by artists: Joy Shulman aka Clara Boo, Daniel Gruppen, Dan Goodsell (Mister Toast), Armando Huerta, John Michael Gill, Sophia Pottish, Ken Rosenfeld,Geoffry Tjakra, Mark Wasyl, Jerico Woggon aka Cherry Meltdown and Nicole.
The Opening reception for the artists is set for Saturday, November 10, 2007 from 7-10PM. The show opens on Gallery Row Night, Thursday, November 8th 2007 from noon till 9 pm and runs thru Saturday, January, 12, 2008.
The first exhibition “Don’t Go to the Mall” was produced at the Julie Rico Gallery in Santa Monica in 1999 and proved to be a huge success for the artists and customers that had the pleasure of participating by purchasing art at the show at affordable prices. People may take their purchases home with them!
Check This One Out
Ive been waiting for this one for awhile now. Check out the new Babyshambles record "Shotters Nation".
End of August
Im very happy to be making music again. Between that and working on my book i feel very fulfilled, more so now then the last few years combined. I took on too much and am now able to take time doing what i love. Thank you all for your support.
Collabro
My good friend Poor Al created the Collabro show which features collaborative work. Truly amazing. I had the honor of doing a piece with Dan Quintana, an artist that i feel is the real deal.
I believe its still available. You can view the other collaborations by incredible artists such as SEEN,FUTURA,DANIEL JOHNSTON,RON ENGLISH,STASH,ALEX PARDEE, as well as questions regarding all work at The show has now traveled from the west to east coast and will go beyond. A huge Thank you to Poor Al, Tristan Eaton, and Dan Quintana.
I believe its still available. You can view the other collaborations by incredible artists such as SEEN,FUTURA,DANIEL JOHNSTON,RON ENGLISH,STASH,ALEX PARDEE, as well as questions regarding all work at The show has now traveled from the west to east coast and will go beyond. A huge Thank you to Poor Al, Tristan Eaton, and Dan Quintana.
Back
Back from New York. I love that city,even did ok with the plane ride. I got to paint live at Madison Square Garden thanks to the CW network and Mike and Beau from Project: gallery.
I spent so much time walking around and listening to John Frusciante and Pete Doherty/Libertines. Also got a lot of writing done which will be in the book when it drops.
Now im back in Long Beach and all i want is to grab my girl and travel this planet.
I spent so much time walking around and listening to John Frusciante and Pete Doherty/Libertines. Also got a lot of writing done which will be in the book when it drops.
Now im back in Long Beach and all i want is to grab my girl and travel this planet.
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