Robots – A Benefit for Giant Robot 2 (Sept 24)

ABOUT GIANT ROBOT & the GR2 Show: "Giant Robot 1 retail space began art exhibitions including Ai Yamaguchi and kozyndan. The space was limiting and art as we know it today was a limited world that was just beginning to bubble.
Opening in 2003, Giant Robot 2 or “GR2″ has hosted exhibitions by well known, soon to be well known and new young artists. The first exhibition in the space was by renown artist David Choe. Following exhibitions included Saelee Oh, Deth P. Sun, kozyndan, Barry McGee, Souther Salazar, Eishi Takaoka, Masakatsu Sashie, and many others who exhibit at many locations around the world. We’ve since worked with new waves of artists who’ve also moved forward at a rapid pace as well. Then yet another wave, and so forth. Giant Robot 2 has often and free exhibited young artists at an expense. In the end, who pays for the promotion, rent, staffing, etc? We do."

We’re not like many other establishments who force artists into contracts. We try and nurture artists so they can have their freedom. At times it works well. Our track record is powerful. But again, how does this get paid for? The hindering economy leaves us with less options, and a benefit show featuring our artist friends will carry us for a healthy amount of time and we hope to have your support. The goal for GR2 is for the space to be self sustaining as an art space in 2012 and on. We’ll release more news on our plans, soon."


[11 x images in slideshow above / Full-screen viewing]
"Robots, A Benefit for GR2" show opens September 24th and runs through October 12th, 2011. All the proceeds from this robot themed show will benefit the GR2 gallery and help allow it to continue to provide the amazing space for renowned and up & coming artists to share their work. Shown above are slideshows of artwork from a variety of artists (more viewable via www.giantrobot.com), as well below specific artworks sent in to TOYSREVIL from contributing artists. Robots + Artwork = is an absolute WIN for me personally! LOL


"The Light Bearer" by Martin Hsu is a 12" X 12" - cel vinyl on wood, and yes, it rocks!


"Nerd Pellets by Grody Shogun x Lulubell Toys. 'Please note this version of Nerd Pellets were made exclusively by Grody Shogun to donate to this show, and will not be offered up anywhere else!'

GR2
2062 Sawtelle Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90025