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giant robot time: 8.30.13 | art by: martin hsu End of Summer Never Ends New works by Kozyndan (featuring Leah Chun) September 7 – September 25, 2013 Reception: Saturday, September 7, 6:30 – 10 PM It’s been years since artist duo kozyndan has exhibited in their home city of Los Angeles. In fact, it was more than a decade ago since their first exhibition at the Giant Robot store which then prompted the opening of Giant Robot 2. We’ll be seeing a new range of work, from their paintings to their newer craft of sculpture. Their influence from their worldly travels will continue and they’ll also have a special guest artist and collaborator, Leah Chun who’s works are driven by popular culture. End of Summer Never Ends will continue the legacy of the artist duo. Event Android Mini Collectible Vinyl Figures Choose from seven varieties of Android (Big Box Edition 1) mini collectible vinyl figures. Becca Stadtlander Blank Cards Serene and beautiful images captured first in watercolor then in card form. Nikki McClure Posters We have a wonderful assortment of posters from artist Nikki McClure featuring artwork that is made by cutting paper. Theo Ellsworth – Zines Logic Storm, Imaginary Homework, and more The artist who often shows at our GR2 gallery also publishes his own imaginative zines. Foodie Garden Planter Grow three different types of either basil, tomatoes, or peppers in one home planter. Eggling Planter Grow your own plant by simply cracking it open and watering. Shippon Self-Watering Mini Planters The incredibly cute and popular self-watering mini planters are back in the store! FYF 2013: Day 1, Day 2, and bonus pics By MARTIN WONG I happen to think this year’s Los Angeles music festival really is the best weekend of summer (not counting Comic-Con) and don’t have to point any further than the long-awaited appearance of FLAG. >> Filmage (Descendents documentary) secret screening in Long Beach By MARTIN WONG I was invited to attend the “family and friends” screening of Filmage, a documentary about the Descendents and ALL. >> 2015 Sawtelle Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90025 2062 Sawtelle Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90025
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giant robot time: 8.30.13 | art by: martin hsu End of Summer Never Ends New works by Kozyndan (featuring Leah Chun) September 7 – September 25, 2013 Reception: Saturday, September 7, 6:30 – 10 PM It’s been years since artist duo kozyndan has exhibited in their home city of Los Angeles. In fact, it was more than a decade ago since their first exhibition at the Giant Robot store which then prompted the opening of Giant Robot 2. We’ll be seeing a new range of work, from their paintings to their newer craft of sculpture. Their influence from their worldly travels will continue and they’ll also have a special guest artist and collaborator, Leah Chun who’s works are driven by popular culture. End of Summer Never Ends will continue the legacy of the artist duo. Event Android Mini Collectible Vinyl Figures Choose from seven varieties of Android (Big Box Edition 1) mini collectible vinyl figures. Becca Stadtlander Blank Cards Serene and beautiful images captured first in watercolor then in card form. Nikki McClure Posters We have a wonderful assortment of posters from artist Nikki McClure featuring artwork that is made by cutting paper. Theo Ellsworth – Zines Logic Storm, Imaginary Homework, and more The artist who often shows at our GR2 gallery also publishes his own imaginative zines. Foodie Garden Planter Grow three different types of either basil, tomatoes, or peppers in one home planter. Eggling Planter Grow your own plant by simply cracking it open and watering. Shippon Self-Watering Mini Planters The incredibly cute and popular self-watering mini planters are back in the store! FYF 2013: Day 1, Day 2, and bonus pics By MARTIN WONG I happen to think this year’s Los Angeles music festival really is the best weekend of summer (not counting Comic-Con) and don’t have to point any further than the long-awaited appearance of FLAG. >> Filmage (Descendents documentary) secret screening in Long Beach By MARTIN WONG I was invited to attend the “family and friends” screening of Filmage, a documentary about the Descendents and ALL. >> 2015 Sawtelle Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90025 2062 Sawtelle Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90025
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giant robot time: 8.23.13 | art by: martin hsu Takashi Murakami Prints Browse our wide selection of beautiful and rare lithographs by world-renowned artist Takashi Murakami. Christopher Lee Prints The wonderfully talented artist Christopher Lee has reimagined the Star Wars movie posters as well as others! Christopher Lee T-shirt A colorful cast of “Scoundrels, Miscreants, and Rapscallions” adorn this t-shirt from artist Christopher Lee. 5 color screen print with “soft feel” inks. Cynthia Rylant & Nikki McClure All In A Day Rylant’s poetic text, alongside McClure’s stunning, meticulously crafted cut-paper art, makes this picture book not only timeless but appealing to all ages. Nathan Ota Ikiru Ikiru is a full overview of Ota’s work from his early street art to illustrations and gallery pieces to recent collaborations with the street artist RISK. Apak – Everyday Magic 2014 Calendar Apak makes cute art and it’s perfect for a calendar. Beautiful dark and colorful images will spark your inspiration for the future. Limited edition of 1000. Nosaj Thing on FYF — This weekend! By MARTIN WONG I thought I’d get back in touch with the Los Angeles-based experimental electronic musician before he plays this weekend’s show alongside heavyweights like TV on the Radio, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, and My Bloody Valentine… Yes, he’s as cool as his music is heavy. >> Syd Butler of Les Savy Fav on FYF By MARTIN WONG To celebrate the group’s reactivation for FYF (and a House of Vans show in NYC) I sent over some questions. Les Savy Fav bassist, Frenchkiss Records honcho, and David Cross comedy collaborator Syd Butler responded. >> GR2: Stories Chalkboard Panorama By GIANT ROBOT NEWS Finding the chalkboard while walking to dinner with Theo Ellsworth turned into a great new addition to GR2. This is now our official indoor chalkboard mural. >> GR2: Stories Reception By GIANT ROBOT NEWS Thanks for coming out and thanks for the support! >> 2015 Sawtelle Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90025 2062 Sawtelle Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90025
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giant robot time: 8.23.13 | art by: martin hsu Takashi Murakami Prints Browse our wide selection of beautiful and rare lithographs by world-renowned artist Takashi Murakami. Christopher Lee Prints The wonderfully talented artist Christopher Lee has reimagined the Star Wars movie posters as well as others! Christopher Lee T-shirt A colorful cast of “Scoundrels, Miscreants, and Rapscallions” adorn this t-shirt from artist Christopher Lee. 5 color screen print with “soft feel” inks. Cynthia Rylant & Nikki McClure All In A Day Rylant’s poetic text, alongside McClure’s stunning, meticulously crafted cut-paper art, makes this picture book not only timeless but appealing to all ages. Nathan Ota Ikiru Ikiru is a full overview of Ota’s work from his early street art to illustrations and gallery pieces to recent collaborations with the street artist RISK. Apak – Everyday Magic 2014 Calendar Apak makes cute art and it’s perfect for a calendar. Beautiful dark and colorful images will spark your inspiration for the future. Limited edition of 1000. Nosaj Thing on FYF — This weekend! By MARTIN WONG I thought I’d get back in touch with the Los Angeles-based experimental electronic musician before he plays this weekend’s show alongside heavyweights like TV on the Radio, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, and My Bloody Valentine… Yes, he’s as cool as his music is heavy. >> Syd Butler of Les Savy Fav on FYF By MARTIN WONG To celebrate the group’s reactivation for FYF (and a House of Vans show in NYC) I sent over some questions. Les Savy Fav bassist, Frenchkiss Records honcho, and David Cross comedy collaborator Syd Butler responded. >> GR2: Stories Chalkboard Panorama By GIANT ROBOT NEWS Finding the chalkboard while walking to dinner with Theo Ellsworth turned into a great new addition to GR2. This is now our official indoor chalkboard mural. >> GR2: Stories Reception By GIANT ROBOT NEWS Thanks for coming out and thanks for the support! >> 2015 Sawtelle Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90025 2062 Sawtelle Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90025
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Nikki McClure New Goods We have a handful of new and wonderful products from artist Nikki McClure that includes books, calendars, and journals. Pop! x The Walking Dead Plushes Funko’s Pop! plushes have teamed up with AMC’s Walking Dead! Have Daryl, Rick, or a zombie join you on the couch when the show returns this fall.
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