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The New York Times explores Murakami’s show at the Brooklyn Museum and his collaboration with Louis Vuitton. Obviously there has been major proliferation of brands collaborating with artist for exclusive products providing a myriad of opportunities for both brands and artists. This has created strong opinions around art purity, pop-culture and branding. The article provides a review of the exhibit and thoughts on Murakami-Vuitton boutique in the Museum. ”Since emerging in the 1990s Mr. Murakami has often been seen as out-Warholing Warhol by giving back to popular culture, as well as borrowing from it and by excelling at branding.” Read the full story.    



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Skateboard deck art is nothing new and I have been fascinated with skate deck design since I got my first Vision Psycho Stick in 87. Artist Sean Cliver’s Disposable: The History of Skateboard Art, is a monster collection of deck designs featuring dozens of skate art pioneers. The book covers deck designs from the late 80’s decks that I still have in my garage to the latest popsicle decks. The pages are full of illustrations and info about each artist that forms a drooling illustrated narrative of skate art culture. Via Josh Spear and Cool Hunting has an interview with Sean Cliver and say,

“For many skateboard artists the pavement is their only audience. In 2004 renowned skater Sean Cliver attempted to change this with the launch of his book Disposable: The History of Skateboard Art, a 228-page full color text showcasing 1000 of the best skateboard artworks from the last three decades. While local skate stores picked up the text, Cliver found his message wasn’t really getting out to the public. This year Cliver has re-launched the book in hopes of granting this art medium exposure. We caught up with Cliver to chat about art snobbery and skateboarding.”Read the full story.     

 
via Cool Hunting and Josh Spear 

Below is a collection of some my late 80’s favorites. Be sure to check it out the gallery, there  are tons of decks from many artist.