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Raw + Material = Art.

erikottostudios — Tue, 01 May 2012 03:00:12 +0000

I am honored to be a part of the latest publication by Tristan Manco, Raw+Materials=Art. With over 2 years in the making, this book can finally be enjoyed by all. Not only am I honored to be featured in the book itself, but I am proud to own my very own copy as this book documents pretty much all of today’s contemporary artists I find most inspiring. Congrats, Tristan.

Available HERE >>

thanks.

erikottostudios — Tue, 01 May 2012 02:26:47 +0000

Big thanks to everyone who came out to show support for me over this past eventful weekend. It was good to see so many familiar faces together along with so many new ones. Apologies to those I didn’t get a chance to say hi to…I saw you. Thank you all.

A R T

L I F E (photo: David Lozano)

My artwork for Color Theory at Fabric8 will be on display till June 4th. Check it out in person if you can. More photos to come.

Color Theory — teaser video

erikottostudios — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 23:51:03 +0000

video edit: Martha Traer

Color Theory — update

erikottostudios — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 22:24:32 +0000

A quick start to finish from in the studio to sum up the process I go through when I make a new body of work.

scavenge

repurpose

base layers

– INSERT MAGIC HERE –

final touches

Done!
See you at the next installment, Color Theory at Fabric8 in San Francisco. After party to follow. Details below.

S P E C T R U M

erikottostudios — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 05:14:33 +0000

Party with us!

Color Theory @ Fabric8 / SF

erikottostudios — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 22:18:26 +0000

The next big installment is coming up quick. I will be unveiling a new body of work consisting of paintings, collages, and monotype prints inspired by the emphasis and specific use of color.

COLOR THEORY
new paintings by Erik Otto & Evan Venegas

Opening Reception: April 27, 2012 / 7-10pm
On View: April 28 – June 4, 2012

fabric8
3318 22nd Street
San Francisco, CA
94110
(415) 647-5888

more info >>

Lyric 2012 @ 323 East Gallery

erikottostudios — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 21:33:21 +0000

I have a piece amongst a fantastic line up of artists in a show that opens this Saturday.

“Music and its lyrics can always stimulate our emotions as well as leave us contemplating a visual narrative. Artists have always been known to use lyrics as inspiration and with this have created some of the greatest works in the world. This exhibition will illuminate the artist’s personal transcription from a song lyric to canvas.” — Glenn Barr (guest curator)

LYRIC 2012
group show curated by Glenn Barr

Opens: April 21, 2012 / 6-11pm
On View: April 21 – May 21, 2012

323 East Gallery
323 E. 4th Street
Royal Oak, MI 48067

More info >>

Oceanic Awareness Collaboration (2)

erikottostudios — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 21:24:12 +0000

Round 2 for this one…only this time in sunny Southern California.

ART FOR AWARENESS
Live Auction: April 28, 2012 / 6-11pm
LIVE MUSIC + DRINKS + FREE GIVEAWAYS

Andi Campognone Projects
300 W. Second Street
Pomona, CA 91766

More info >>

All In For The 99%

erikottostudios — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 16:24:32 +0000

If you’re in the LA area, be sure to check out this event with an amazing line up of artists creating a dialogue and taking a stand for the movement that has helped spread the word of the injustices happening on our very own soil.

My humble contribution to the show.

More info >>

State of Unique / studio visit

erikottostudios — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 20:12:58 +0000

I recently reconnected with some good friends from the State of Unique. Originally based out of LA, through exceptionally good taste and hard work have created a growing new trade show that is making big moves this year. They were in SF for a few days and decided to do a quick stop by say hi in my space. Some great photos on their site. Thanks again, Sonja.