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Kicks-n-Canvas Custom Sneakers
I’ve often said that sneaker collectors and toy collectors have a lot in common, chiefly: recognizing art and value in something most people regard as disposable. The sneakerheads at SoleHeaven got together with the art crew of Zero Cool Gallery to merge their passions into the Kicks ‘n’ Canvas exhibition. The show is set to open in central London on April 8th and will feature artists such as Goldie, INSA, Dan Baldwin, Meggs, Ben Frost, Mr. Jago and Dickchicken alongside Jon.
SoleHeaven presents Kicks n Canvas, a fresh concept on the art scene. The idea for the event is to bring together two of SoleHeaven’s most loved pursuits - Kicks & Art. We’ve locked down a scorching line-up of 21 artists primed and ready to paint. The concept of the show is to confront traditional graffiti writers and artists with a new canvas, and thats a pair of pristine all-white Nike kicks. We are throwing down the sneaker gauntlet to see them transfer their styles from the metal shutters, concrete bridges and underpasses on to a pair of trainers. Every artist will be hand painting and customizing a pair of kicks and teaming it up with a 50×50cm piece.
The Doodlesplatter posse knows that Jon is no stranger to footwear. These are especially cool-looking kicks, in my opinion. I’m digging the backs (or is that called “Heel Counter” in sneaker-speak…). Thanks to Anthony at Zero Cool for providing the photos. Unfortunately, I’m an ocean away from attending this event, but if you’re on the right continent, check out Kicks ‘n’ Canvas by RSVPing here.
Doodlesplatter’s First Annual Shammy Awards
Some of you may be following a little niche of an event called the 2010 Olympics. Shaun White on the halfpipe was awesome, and personally, we’re all captivated by curling. But something else caught our eyes, namely, the US snowboard team’s Olympic uniforms by Burton. You look at the gear they’ve got on and think, “Wow, those ornery Americans are wearing denim on the slopes.” But on closer inspection, it’s not the real thing. It is merely a Gore-tex simulation of the classic look of jeans. That got us thinking.
There’s been a lot of dodgers in the doodlesphere lately. Since we’ve built a 500+ strong artkive of Jon Burgerman’s work, we figure we’re about as trained as it gets in spotting a designer impostor. It’s not necessary to beat you (already did) and we don’t want to join you, so the only reasonable solution is to publicly shame you for your [complete lack of] efforts.
With that, the Shammies were born. It’s just like the Grammys, except with 100% more Shame. Yes, that’s right: In our competition, all our Winners are Losers (not just Kanye West this time)! Let us take our hats off and briefly celebrate spurious imitations. CONGRATULATIONS: YOU ARE A SHAM! [The Shammies are brought to you by Doodlesplatter, The Neon Hive, The letter L and the number 0. We draw strength & inspiration from the chutzpah of Regretsy. Note: The images in this post have been updated for clarification and comparison. For each award, the top graphic is the Sham Artist. The bottom graphic is by Jon Burgerman.]
Globetrotting and Doodling For AOL
Wondering what the heck Jon was doing in Bangalore? Doodling all over the world for AOL, which, despite what anyone under 20 might think, actually still exists! Even my super-stalking, um, sleuthing skills couldn’t get me into India, so I had to wait for the downlow from this press release by Sam Summerskill of Jon’s agency, Debut Art.
Jon Burgerman has been flying all over the world for the past couple of weeks painting huge murals for the guys at Aol. He’s been to New York, Dulles, back to the UK and then…. Bangalore where he is today.
Been a nuts couple of weeks for Mr Burgerman, he has been drawing the murals then letting the guys at the different Aol. headquarters colour them in based. Super interactive, and super fun.
So, i guess, gadzoiks for Jon Burgerman day (apparently what today, the 10th February, is being called around the Aol. offices.)
Check the pics on our Flickr page, and check out this awesome time lapse video of Jon Burgermans NYC wall here.
Massive thanks to Malcolm and Alicianne again for their continued support and all of the guys in Aol headquarters in Bangalore and the US who have been looking after Jon and making his stay a good one.
To see more of Jon Burgerman’s portfolio click here, and do drop us an email or call if you have anything you are working on that requires his vibes.
Time lapse created by GHAVA.
The following photos were taken around the world for AOL, and I’ve borrowed them from Debut Art’s Flickr Set (where you can find several more). The final, coloring-in photos, were taken today, in Bangalore. Jon also took over the AOL website with some digital doodles. You can find Debut Art’s original press release here. Click through for more photos. [UPDATE: Wondering where Jon got his Burger sweatshirt? Look here.]
Burgermania in Bangalore
Jon sent us these snaps of the Bangalore Burgermania exclusively for Doodlesplatter. Wondering what we’re talking about? Please see this post. It will explain everything. (Including where babies come from.)
Humac Doodles from Oslo
Jon posted up some pictures from his recent trip to Oslo where he did digital doodling at Humac. Writes Jon:
This was my first ever trip to Norway. I noticed it was snowy but nice there.
More here.
The Man in the Mirror at NOISE Lab
Take that, MJ! We got our hands on this great edit of Jon live doodling at the NOISE Lab in Manchester. Now included in the JBVLA. Very, very cool.
Images From NOISE Lab
I had a feeling that the NOISE Lab event in Manchester was going to absolutely rule, and judging from these images by Marta Julva (via @wonkydoodles) and the host of tweets this weekend, it really looks like it did. Drawing on a mirror while standing on a ladder without getting dizzy, falling off or puking! For his next trick, Jon Burgerman will draw on air. If anybody has video from this, please send us a link! Very jealous of all you English Doodlebugs right now…
Wacom Doodling in Oslo
Following up his successful Cintiq stint in Munich, Jon takes his digital doodlefest roadshow to Oslo Norway. Jon will appear at Humac on Friday, January 29th and then head over to a party here. Full press release (may require translation!) on Jon’s site.
Introducing NOISE Lab
This sounds extremely fun. Please franchise NOISE Lab to the U.S. immediately. Oh, I did find one typo in your flier above: young doodler??? Jon’s an old man already 
A Noise Lab we have our very own cafe with a twist, you can browse the signed art and exclusive books whilst sipping a cappuccino, or you can purchase a exclusive plushie or Jon Burgerman sticker pack whilst eating penny sweets and Sherbert Dib Dabs!
Jon will be holding court here on January 31st. Somebody take pictures!
THIS JUST IN: Register for the event here.
Live Painting - Presentation - Creative Consultations
Winging his way in direct from Oslo, Jon will be sharing his infectious world of doodles. Illustrator, toy designer, painter, animator.
Expect:
- You can bring work to ask for advice - Jon will be open to all for questions and advice
- He will also be doodling live ONTO the NOISE Lab walls to end Doodlebug Mindfood series in which you are invited to come and experience an inspirational artist talk with invaluable industry tips.
- Akim’s residency outcomes will also be shared in this final doodlebug mindfood session.
Sign up NOW to be inspired, motivated and the offered the opportunity to develop your own new networks and to realise anyone, WITH HARD WORK can make a living from their creativity!
Since his live doodling debut at Doodlebug’s International Doodlebug day in 2004 Jon’s playful characters have been embraced worldwide, making him one of the UK’s most revered and loved cartoonists with his world of toys, books, murals, stickers, video games and just about any inanimate object which he takes hold of!
Caketronica
Anxieteam curate a mini festival of upbeat, electronic-tinged bands at the popular Ludlow St snug Cakeshop.
The audio delights promise to return good energy and wide toothy grins to the Lower East side, collecting together a new wave of young bands emerging from the gloomy downturn of the late Noughties with vim, brilliance and reliance. Shimmy and strut into the new decade with optimism and tunes that wont leave your head.
Anxieteam is the new collaboration of internationally renown artists Jim Avignon (Germany) and Jon Burgerman (UK). Splicing together merry pop melodies coupled with dry, sardonic lyrics, Anxieteam masterfully coax audiences into their colourful, bouncy world of catchy songs about modern day anxieties, longing and salads. ‘Let’s Eat Soya’ is their ridiculously infectious, anthemic dance declaration of smutty love in a meat-free-world whereas the Creedence Clearwater Revival sample heavy ‘I’ve Forgotten’ is a curiously blazing rock-workout response to CCR’s popular ‘Susie Q’.
Accompanying Anxieteam will be the indie boy, loop-based R&B of Rifle Recoil, the stuttering, sultry, soulful grooves of Peach and the twinkling digital dreamscapes of NY based Dorako.
Can’t make it to the show, but want to sample some cyber caketronica? Check out Jon’s last.fm radio station.
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