G. James Daichendt
Jim Daichendt serves as Dean of Colleges and Professor of Art History at Point Loma Nazarene University in San Diego. He is author of several books including: "Kenny Scharf: In Absence of Myth," "Shepard Fairey Inc. Artist/Professional/Vandal," "Stay Up Los Angeles Street Art, and The Urban Canvas: Street Art Around the World."
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Collaborator and friend James Daichendt remembers Ed Fuentes, a longtime advocate of the arts, who passed away this week.
From illegal work to carefully curated pieces, San Diego has become a significant destination to see work by street artists locally and abroad.
One of the most common mediums for political art is poster making. From the Mexican Revolution to recent marches infuriated by the Trump administration, posters have continually been used as a powerful form of protest and a symbol of discontent.
Artist Ken Gonzales-Day's exhibition at the Skirball Cultural Center, “Surface Tension,” engages the mural landscape of Los Angeles and the many issues surrounding graphic arts in the public square.
The nation has begun removing Confederate statues around the United States. Whether we see these signifiers as landmarks, artworks, or historical marker, there may be a better way to address the frustration that appears to be guiding such actions.
By immersing themselves in local cultures, the members of an artist collective known are changing the world one mural at a time.
They're affectionately called the California Locos. Chaz Bojórquez, Dave Tourjé, John Van Hamersveld, Norton Wisdom and Gary Wong are going strong after decades of art production.
Shepard Fairey, Ernesto Yerena, and Jessica Sabogal created a series of images that portray inclusion and acceptance. These portraits aim to disrupt the fear and hate aligned with the new administration and infiltrate the inauguration festivities.
Her passion for manipulating light began at an early age. Lisa Schulte is the go-to artist and designer for all things neon.
Artist Jonathan Paul aka Desire Obtain Cherish is fascinated with the pursuit of happiness in a culture where instant gratification seems more and more important.
John Van Hamersveld's iconic album covers and posters have secured his place in design history.
Ryan Graeff, aka Restitution Press, aims to provoke and challenge the status quo with his street and studio art.