erik otto open studios party

Sunday, May 16 2-8PM, come by fabric8 for Erik Otto's Open Studio Party. For four days only -- May 14-17 -- we'll be showing his recent works, including pieces from his recent residency at the SF Dump, as we gear up for our next group show, Painted Ladies (opening May 22), as well as his upcoming solo show in September.

In addition to Erik Otto's artwork, Sunday will see a daytime party featuring a special radio broadcast from Grown Kids Radio, live painting, a fun BBQ (bring your own), free iced coffee courtesy of Stiff Coffee, the ever-famous Creme Brulee Cart, and loads of fun.

sirron norris + ursula young

Here are the results of the Sirron Norris and Ursula Young live collaboration, which was a great success! They created four new pieces including a couple small guys that are extremely well-priced. Hit us up for more info.

Sirron Norris and Ursula Young collab 10, framed pen and ink illustration on archival paper, 12in. x 9in., US$ 220

Sirron Norris and Ursula Young collab 8, acrylic on wood, 20in. x 16in., US$ 850

Sirron Norris and Ursula Young collab 7, acrylic on wood, 12in. x 32in., US$ 900

Sirron Norris and Ursula Young collab 9, acrylic on canvas, 8in. x 8in., US$ 225

reuben rude collaborations

Reuben Rude is one busy guy, juggling his commercial design work and many art shows (plus a new daughter!), so it's always a treat to get new pieces from him -- though they never stick around too long. During Mission Vinyl, he finished up a few Romanowski collabs and supplied both Grant Gilliland and Phoneticontrol with nice backgrounds for theirs. Check out the finished product::
untitled by Romanowski and Reuben Rude, collage and acrylic on wood, 8.5in. x 24.25in., US$ 475
untitled by Romanowski and Reuben Rude, collage and acrylic on wood, 6.75in. x 16in., US$ 400
untitled by Romanowski and Reuben Rude, collage and acrylic on wood, 8.75in. x 15in., US$ 450
untitled by Grant Gilliland and Reuben Rude, collage and acrylic on canvas, 8in. x 16in., US$ 375
"I Against I" by Phoneticontrol and Reuben Rude, collage and acrylic on canvas, 12in. x 9in., US$ 400

fabric8 presents sirron norris and ursula young

Saturday afternoon, August 23, San Francisco artists Sirron Norris and Ursula Young join forces again for an afternoon of collaborative painting and illustration.

These two prolific talents first worked side-by-side in the 90s, when they helped to create graphics for Panhandle Records. They became reacquainted in 2006 when we recruited them as two of our featured artists. They have since created and sold six original paintings together.

Come by to see new collaborative paintings and illustrations in the making ... and maybe even pick one up!

brian barneclo's interconnected painting

Here's the super-cool finished product from the Brian Barneclo Mural/Painting Party last Sunday. Thanks to everyone who came out for a beautiful afternoon!

Completed in about three hours, the piece is made up of seven ready-to-hang pieces. It can be purchased as a whole for US$ 2000 or as individual paintings ranging in price from US$ 250-600 -- quite a steal! Email us for further information.

brian barneclo @ fabric8 TODAY

Here's a "before" shot of the interconnected painting Brian Barneclo will be creating live at fabric8 today. It's a big sheet of birch that has been cut into 7 pieces (ranging from 12in. x 12in. to 49.5in. x 22in.), framed, and then put back together.

Brian will make one big painting, and you can purchase any part(s) of it you'd like. Neat, huh? Come on down! 1PM on @ fabric8, 22nd Street near Valencia, San Francisco.

Also, peep the amazing new mural in the background of this pic!

c lee sobieski

A little while has passed since C Lee Sobieski last dropped off paintings, but it's certainly been worth the wait! His latest set of 4in. x 4in. and 8in. x 8in. pieces, priced from US$ 100-150, includes some of his signature characters as well as a few new funky creatures. These meticulous works of art are all done freehand so, in addition to being constantly amused by them, you can be endlessly amazed by the super clean lines.

You can have a closer look when you come to fabric8 for the Brian Barneclo Mural/Painting Party tomorrow!

brian barneclo mural in progress

Brian Barneclo has started work on a mural in the fabric8 garden, which will be unveiled during the Brian Barneclo Mural/Painting Party next Sunday, June 22, from 1-5PM.

He will also be painting live a series of interconnected pieces, which will be available for purchase as soon as they're done. There will be recent works for sale, an art give-away, refreshments, and fun, so come on down!

For the past decade, Barneclo has adorned the walls of the Bay Area’s restaurants and streets with his jazzy, colorful murals inspired by life in San Francisco -- NoPa, Puccini & Pinetti, 83 McAllister Street, the SF Bay Guardian Building, the Food Chain Mural @ Foods Co, Escape from New York Pizza (Redwood City), and Rico’s Diner (Oakland). His latest contribution to the city landscape in fabric8’s garden is a mix of urban and organic, combining his trademark street style with a new twist.

Our event coincides with the First Annual Mission Statement Block Party & Fashion Show on Lexington Street between 18th & 19th -- one more reason to visit the sunny Mission next Sunday!

new santos shelton pieces

Santos Shelton completed his piece from painting live at Carnival and also brought along a couple of nice new 8x8s, each of which are inspiring and artistic. "Follow Your Dreams" measures 14in. x 16in. and features collage and paint. It's priced at US$ 300 unframed and US$ 340 framed. Email us for more information and pix.

The 8x8s, entitled "Push Yourself" and "Seize The Day", also mixed media, are US$ 150 and can be better viewed at our online gallery.

june 22 :: brian barneclo @ fabric8

Save the afternoon of June 22 for yet another day of art and culture in San Francisco's sunny Mission District. fabric8 will be hosting the ever-talented Brian Barneclo and several hours of hijinx + extra-curricular activities (more info to follow), while our friends at the Mission Statement fashion co-op on 18th/Valencia are having a block party to celebrate their opening. Art, fashion, music, culture, and fun -- what more could you ask for?

Above is one of the three paintings Brian Barneclo did at last year's event, and it sold for a fraction of its actual worth. You, too, can be as lucky as the couple who scooped this up. Come on down.

brian barneclo one shots

Ever the ambitious artist, Brian Barneclo uses a plethora of materials and paints to create his jazzy urban pieces. Lately he's been experimenting with 1 Shot Enamel, an oil-based sign paint that's bright and durable ... but doesn't leave room for mistakes. No matter, though; he didn't make any on these amazing new paintings which have also been covered in resin for that extra-shiny finishing touch.

And for those who prefer Barneclo's more raw style, we've got "Janky," which is really anything but that. Somehow the word seems to complete the painting nonetheless.

"Early Bird Speciale" by Brian Barneclo, 1 Shot Enamel and resin on wood, 36in. x 10 in., US$ 750

untitled by Brian Barneclo, 1 Shot Enamel and resin on wood, 36in. x 12 in., US$ 800

"Janky" by Brian Barneclo, acrylic on canvas, 12in. x 12 in., US$ 400

new daniel fleres 8x8s

Daniel Fleres is at it again with his cute but cool paintings. These two 8in. x 8in. enigmas appeared on Carnival Sunday and, keeping in character, the ghost disappeared just like that! The mysterious masked man(?) is still available for US$ 125 so don't miss your chance to own it.

carnival pix

Quetzalcoatl rendering by Jesse Hernandez, acrylic on wood, 13.5in. x 18in., US$ 460 unframed / US$ 500 framed
artists Jesse Hernandez and Santos Shelton
DJs Tee Cardacci (Funky Dots), Erick Santero (Voodoo), and Vanka (Mission Bombay)
Similak Chyld (fabric8/FTC), DJ Apollo (Triple Threat), and Reiko
Anthony (fabric8), Grant Gilliland, Phoneticontrol, and Alice
Romanowski on the decks
Jesse Hernandez
5733 and Like-Minded People
Awny, Erica, and Sistah Brown

new andy stattmiller pieces

Painter/illustrator Andy Stattmiller dropped off these yummy little pieces of art to snack on. True classics, the pretzel and cupcake have been a staple of the munchie universe for several generations so it's only right they be immortalized on canvas.

These acrylic paintings are 6in. x 4in. and 4in. square; and cost only US$ 65 and US$ 50, which is what we may soon be paying for the edible version. Might as well have a picture, then -- it'll last longer.

david choong lee + friends : live @ fabric8 pieces

Here are pix of the available pieces produced at David Choong Lee + friends: live @ fabric8.

The first two are solo works, painted on a cigar box (6.5in X 9.25in) and on a wine crate (19.5in X 13in.), priced at US$420 and US$1500.

The third painting is on a wine crate (19.5in X 13in.) in collaboration with artists Nathan Stapley and Joe White, also priced at US$1500.

The last four cigar box collaborations include Phoneticontrol (6in. X 8in.), Romanowski (6in. X 6.75in.), Nate1 (6.75in. X 9.75in.), and Sean Somers (9.25in. X 6.5in.), respectively. These are US$400 each.

Email us or come by the shop for more information or to purchase.

4.20 fun : david choong lee + friends

Thanks to everyone who came through last Sunday for David Choong Lee + friends -- it was a blazing good time! The sun was shining, the wind was NOT blowing, and the cast of characters was all-star, including DJs Marcella, Rascue, Similak Chyld, and Satva plus artists Andy Stattmiller, Ben Collison, Brett Amory, Brian Barneclo, Daniel Fleres, Erik Otto, gaNyan, Grant Gilliland, Hugh d'Andrade, Jesse Hernandez, Joe White, Kim Cogan, Mildred, Nate 1, Nathan Stapley, Reuben Rude, Romanowski, Sean Somers, and Sirron Norris.

Photos of the finished products are forthcoming, but for now here's a preview of the goods and a fun video of the afternoon, courtesy of gaNyan, whose Heavy Hitterz Manila show opens on May 3!