October 2013

November at Stranger Factory: Ragnar and Gary Ham

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November 2013 brings two new solo exhibits to Stranger Factory from Gary Ham and Brandon “Ragnar” Johnson.

Both exhibits run November 1st – December 1st, with an opening reception on Friday, November 1st from 6 – 9 PM.

“Engine” brings us original work by Brandon “Ragnar” Johnson, a renowned artist and illustrator. Usually known for his clean and minimalist illustration style, this new body of work by Ragnar introduces his fans to a grittier, more organic series of paintings. Leaning visually on a 1960s / Film Noir vibe, “Engine” is a bold reminder of everything we love about mid-century art and design.

“Sentimentrees” by Gary Ham is based around the personification of his own sentimental childhood memories. If the things we loved as a child could walk and talk, what would their childhood be like? As children, we saw our treehouse as a trusted friend and sanctuary; as adults we see a wood box nailed into tree branches. “Sentimentrees” brings us back to seeing our playthings through the optimism and unconditional love of our youth.

Stranger Factory
109 Carlisle Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
505-508-3049

Michele Lynch’s fun creations for Bewitching III

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ChuckandDodgePreviewMicheleLynchConjoined trick or treaters!!!!

Oh Michele Lynch, you do know us well!

Don’t lock your doors because Chuck and Dodge here are harmless and have good intentions(mostly). They even put on their party hats for opening night at Bewitching III. Michele Lynch has created fun sculpts for the show with a dash of perfect oddity to them. Even Ghost Nessa below looks downtrodden but she has her bat lollipop in hand, so the day can’t possibly be all bad.
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Jessica & Jared Joslin at Bewitching III

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Now this is a treat, Jessica and Jared Joslin are contributing to the Bewitching III group show at Stranger Factory!
Both being widely acclaimed artists, Jessica is known for her wonderful mechanical menagerie of beast sculptures while Jared is a surrealist painter of eerie and narrative scenes. Both fit it with our eccentric oddities quite well.
Joslin_Gulliver2For Bewitching, Jessica has created yet another jaw dropping sculpture named “Gulliver”. Remember this is a Halloween-esque show, so look close. Yes, that is a skunk wearing an armadillo costume! Made of integrated antique hardware, brass, bone, velvet, armadillo shell,
glove leather, and glass eyes, he is all treat and no tricks!

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Jared Joslin’s piece for the show is the 12″x9″ “Fallen Angel”. A remarkable painting on linen, this is a fallen from grace Grim Geaper that is cast aside from his duties. I keep looking at this work and finding new things I love about it from the one missing shoe to the graceful falling descent. Love it!

You can see both Jared and Jessica’s pieces on display at Stranger Factory when Bewitching III opens October 11.

BUGS!

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By the looks of her recent submissions to Bewitching III, I think Shing Yin Khor has been watching a proper amount of little sloths in onesies on youtube!
skhor_snugbugThis Snug Bug looks like a tiny Cthulhu swaddled in a wee sweater. Six arms and four antennae don’t hold a candle to that pudgy belly! Made of resin, epoxy resin, wool, acrylic, and wood, Shing has made her own version of the classic Weird Tales story line.
skhor_mutantrockbugShing also dives into the X world with her Mutant Rock Bug. This poor duder has many bad things going for him. I don’t think this guy is hanging out with the morlocks, but is more about doing belly flops into a pool of toxic waste. Tentacles growing out odd parts of rock, weird crusty things appearing all over, and more eyes than Blinky the Simpsons fish are what make him so darn cute! Leave it to Shing to bring cute into mutant bugs! Gotta love it.

You can adopt these bugs when Bewitching III opens at Stranger Factory October 11.

Spread your wings this Halloween

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Lcfr_JackLuckyHave you found the perfect carving pumpkin yet? Have you set out your cauldron? Have you told friends that the cobwebs in the corners are decorations for Halloween (when really they aren’t)? Well, if you haven’t even started decorating, we are here to make your life easier and your home more pleasing to the artistic eye.

The Circus Posterus store is packed tighter than my Power Rangers costume from three years ago with amazing Halloween inspired art and toys. This week, we want to show you a center piece for your potential Halloween decor with Leecifer’s Jack and Lucky! 

This all-resin rendition of the classic Brandt and Kathie piece has a fresh new spin in a ghastly fashion. Adorned with new sculpting and amazingly detailed wings, Lee has knocked this bat out of the park! Lee has a wonderful sense of color and the direction on this piece showcases his skills tremendously. We love the dirty old world look on Jack, and his eyes look like they could cut you with a knife. Love it!

If you wanna bring this winged fiend home for your Halloween party, it is available right here.

 

A 9inch Masao Skelve for Bewitching III

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MasaoOh look, an editioned Masao Skelve for Bewitching III!
This 9″ Skelve will make her pumpkin spiced appearance next week when the crypt doors open October 11th for the annual Halloween group show. Coming in at a low edition of only 6 at $250 each, this orange painted feline will be the life of the Bewitching party! Don’t confuse her with a pumpkin!

 

Paul Kaiju is ready for Bewitching III

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 Paul Kaiju has unleashed a trio of terror for Bewitching III. Two custom Mr. Rees start off the devilish fun, and we don’t really mean fun. Known as “Gordy” and “Guts Bunny” these two are ready for Halloween and more importantly – Devil’s Night!

Paul is a wizard when it comes to paint application and sculpting, and seeing these two just solidifies his place in the art and kaiju community. Simply put,these two are badass.
HolesWe can’t forget about Paul’s King Jinx for the show! This one is known as Pumking Jinx! Showing off his magical skills again with a stellar paint job, this Jinx is looking ripe and can’t be near any pumpkins because he sure to smash them all with his mighty claws.

We can say these won’t last long when Bewitching III opens October 11. They will be in and out before you know it – just like Halloween!
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Ana Bagayan for Bewitching III

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We’re pretty stoked to have So Cal artist Ana Bagayan exhibiting work with us at Bewitching III!

This piece, titled ‘Little Green Man’ is made with oil and glitter on canvas, and the alien sparkles in person!

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As Ana says – “It is inspired by old-fashioned ideas of what aliens would look like based on vintage science fiction stories and movies. He’s an alien wearing a human Halloween costume.”

For more about Ana, check out this wonderful article and studio visit by one of my favourite reporters, Liz Ohanesian – Studio Tour: Artist Ana Bagayan on My Little Pony, Aliens and ‘Future Realism’.

Bewitching III features your favourite Circus Posterus artists and friends, and opens on October 11th!

Baby Tattooville is right around the corner!

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BTVille_eCard_LOUIE_smCircus Posterus is a proud sponsor of this year’s Baby Tattooville, and we have some updates from our previous post. It looks like there are some additions to the already stellar artist lineup with Luke Chueh and KRK Ryden now in the mix. This is going to be one epic show! Can you imagine how awesome the art jam will be? Only 13 tickets left for this very intimate gathering of artists this coming weekend. You can get your tickets here.

Because they loved it so much last year, Kathie Olivas and Brandt Peters will also be there showing their support!
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Dodos and mushrooms for Bewitching III can only be by…

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If you see a dodo or a mushroom (known as Nightshades) floating around Stranger Factory like a ghostly entity then you can bet your last piece of Halloween candy that they are probably the work of our own Valency Genis!

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Valency is now busy spreading the Circus Posterus mischievousness in the UK, but she is still in our hearts over here in the colonies. She also hasn’t rested from sculpting one bit! For Bewitching III, Valency has sculpted a quite a few holiday inspired pieces including her favorite spirit animal, the dodo. This dodo is ready for trick or treating because it is in full masquerade mode and ready to party. Adorned with a mask to hide its true identity, a orange and black suit, and a skull from a long-lost colleague, this dude will be causing a few tricks. Even his pumpkin fears his shenanigans.
Valency_ZombieNightshades_1Valency also has a small herd of Zombie Nightshades ready for Route 66(6). We can’t call them walkers because, well – I don’t think they walk – but these undead fungus will eat your toes! If you happen to fall close enough to them, they may even go for your brains!
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