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View RETNA’s installation

retna — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 22:37:28 +0000

RETNA INSTALLATION UNVEILING THURSDAY JULY 29

For its final exhibition in South Park, RIVERA & RIVERA is excited to present a floor-to-ceiling installation piece by international graffiti artist Marquis Lewis aka RETNA.

RETNA’s installation explores the complex nature of a fluid lexicon derived from hieroglyphs and inspired by street text. Through a spectrum of materials, the text is granted an awe-inspiring dimension.

His previous work includes prominently visible murals in Los Angeles, Milan, New York City, Salt Lake City, Mexico City, Seoul, Barcelona, Melbourne, Tokyo and Taipei (view here).

Join us for the unveiling reception on Thursday, July 29 from 8PM to 11PM or visit the gallery before Saturday July 31st to view the recent installation.

RSVP: rsvp@riveraandrivera.com

Date: Thursday, July 29, 2010

Time: 8:00PM-11:00PM

Rivera & Rivera
1100 S. Hope Street
Los Angeles, CA 90015
( get directions )

T: 310.713.1635

Of Our Youth/RETNA/MAC/Culver City Mural

admin — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 22:33:47 +0000

RETNA and EL MAC have teamed up for another mural, this time in Culver City. Their newest mural, titled Of Our Youth, can be seen on the side of Graphaids art supply store, on La Cienega between Jefferson and Washington.

The imagery and text used in this mural was inspired by their time spent at Skid Row, while painting their previous mural. The artists met a man by the name of Ralph Woodruff aka Chato and were inspired by this man’s past hardships, experiences and overall outlook on life. His ability to recognize his mistakes and atone for his sordid past was something that resonated with RETNA. The text which reads, “So today I’m trying to change a few things to rectify the situation of my past. So today I’m looking towards the future (of our youth highlighted)” is a quote taken from their conversation.

The mural was made possible by Graphaids , Rivera & Rivera Galley, and RVCA.

Photo Credit: Kohshin Finley

BL!SSS/TSL Swimsuit Teaser

admin — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 19:43:52 +0000

BL!SSS Magazine X The 7th Letter X Bikini Issue from MADSTEEZ on Vimeo.

This is a teaser for the upcoming BL!SSS Magazine swimsuit spread in collaboration with The Seventh Letter. Due out August 1st.

Process photos from latest mural

admin — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 18:55:41 +0000

Here are some process photos of the mural RETNA recently worked on with REVOK, RIME, SABER, NORM, and OS GEMEOS. Photos by Kohshin Finley.

Skid Row Mural

admin — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 02:51:30 +0000

The latest mural from RETNA and EL MAC was a collaboration with Estevan Oriol and The Jonah Project, a non-profit, non-denominational Christian organization dedicated to aiding the homeless. Located on 6th and Crocker, in the heart of Skid Row, the mural serves as both a tribute to the community members and as a reminder of the perseverance of Skid Row’s homeless. This is the second collaboration with Estevan Oriol. In preparation for the mural they went to Skid Row to interact with various members of the community and photograph people that they felt embodied the spirit of Skid Row.

Photo Credit: Kohshin Finley

American Association of Museums Convention

retna — Wed, 26 May 2010 23:28:22 +0000

This is a recent project RETNA did with the AAM, American Association of Museums, and L.A. Art Machine at this years Museum without Borders conference. The “Wall of Ideas”, curated by Bryson Strauss, was an interactive painting between RETNA, Mear One and conference visitors. Additionally there was an open discussion about social, cultural, economic, and artistic challenges facing the country’s leading cultural institutions. Here are some photos from the event.

The Jarritos Flavor City Art Contest: “Drink Out Loud”

retna — Wed, 26 May 2010 22:03:10 +0000

The Jarritos Flavor City Art Contest: “Drink Out Loud” is looking for innovative Angelenos to describe what Jarritos means to you. We are looking for artists of all ages to develop eye-catching works of art in any medium to express the flavor and experience of Jarritos. Each art submission must incorporate the “Drink out Loud” slogan logo and at least one of the eleven Jarritos flavors. (fruit punch, grapefruit, guava, hibiscus, lime, mandarin, pineapple, strawberry, tamarind, mango, lemon-lime).

The judge panel is assembled by Los Angeles residents prominent within the art community: Estevan Oriol of SA Studios, Raymond Roker of URB Magazine, Roger Gastman of R. Rock Enterprises, Stephan Malbon of Frank 151, Amir Fallah of Beautiful Decay, Casey Zoltan of The Seventh Letter and Known Gallery, Mark The Cobra Snake, Retna, Brandy Flower of Hit and Run, Chris Grosso of GuerillaOne.com.

The winner of the Jarritos Flavor City Art Contest: “Drink Out Loud” will have their work published amongst our partner media outlets and formally displayed at the LA Downtown art walk on July 8, 2010. The recognition of your talents amongst the robust Angeleno art community will allow you to maximize your network and artistic exposure to thousands of people.

MOCA by MOONLIGHT MIAMI

retna — Wed, 19 May 2010 00:29:33 +0000

Hollywood n Wilton, Photos by Greg Bojorquez

retna — Sun, 09 May 2010 07:17:50 +0000

My Man Greg Bojorquez, rolled through while Mac n I were painting this piece of Dianne, Dianne also rolled thru to see the progress. This was a fun piece, that corners pretty hot, we enjoyed all the distractions that floated our way, let me tell you.

Hollywood n Wilton, Photos by Teddy

retna — Sun, 09 May 2010 06:13:49 +0000

These are process shots of a new mural Mac and I did of our lil roll dogg Dianne, for our homie Rugers new Tattoo shop.