CA – Rebus Launch Party
August 9, 2011 by Colin Solan
Filed under Art Show, California, Comic Books, Other, Signing and Appearance Profiles
James Jean celebrates the release of a new monograph, REBUS, on Sunday, August 28 from 4:00pm – 6:00pm.
On display will be a selection of original sketchbooks and select works from Jean’s studio.
A limited edition silk scarf will also be available for sale.
Drinks and Appetizers | Free
August 28th – September 7th, 2011
Art Catalogues
Ahmanson Building – LACMA
5905 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036
CA – Rebus Art Show
March 4, 2011 by Colin Solan
Filed under Art Show, California, Comic Books, Other, Signing and Appearance Profiles
James Jean’s first solo show in Los Angeles opens at Martha Otero Gallery on March 12th, 2011, from 6-9pm. The show will feature major paintings completed this past year and a special wall installation: the textures, color, and scale of the work is meant to be appreciated in an intimate setting, while strange narratives play out in giant triptychs, tondos, and ziggurats.
Martha Otero Gallery
820 North Fairfax Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90046
CA – Fashion’s Night Out
August 25, 2010 by Colin Solan
Filed under Art Show, California, Comic Books, Movies, Other, Signing and Appearance Profiles, Television
Fashion’s Night Out is this September 10th at 7pm, and Phillip Lim has invited me to create portraits of L.A.-based actors, musicians, and tastemakers that will be on display at their beautiful flagship store in West Hollywood. Proceeds from the sale of the portraits will benefit the LACMA Costume Council. Please contact Jaime Carcia, VP West Coast of 3.1 Phillip Lim, at jaime@31philliplim.com to be put on the list for the artwork. All pieces will be available for preview about a week before the show opens. The show will only be up for a few days, so I hope you can attend the opening! Be ready for music, food trucks, and an open bar sponsored by Patrón.
3.1 Phillip Lim
631 N. Robertson Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA
CA – Hint Mint House Opening
December 7, 2009 by Colin Solan
Filed under California, Comic Books, Other, Signing and Appearance Profiles
James Jean appears at Hint Mint House on December 12th from 7 – 10pm, a pop-up gallery/event space/retail store in Venice, CA, introducing his latest collection of prints… but unlike any prints James has ever done before, these are all printed on metal!
The 3 new prints (each in an edition of 100), are based on the images James created for the 2009-2010 Hint Mint Limited Edition Artist Series mint tins. All the “Tinplate Prints” will be signed, numbered and available exclusively through Hint Mint.
But what is an art opening without a party? Oh yes, party there will be! For starters, there will be an open bar, DJ, Video Art, and surprise entertainment!
In the Gallery, there will be an exhibit detailing the process of how James’ original Hint Mint images were created. Along with this “process” exhibit, there will be a selection of other hand picked works which will be on display for one week only.
Last but not least, it is Christmas time! The Hint Mint House store will be open for you to get your shopping on with James Jean books and merchandise (including signed and sold out items). Supplies are limited so come early!
Oh yes… there’s more: During the event all James Jean merchandise will be 20% off (excluding art, prints, and signed items).
Saturday December 12th
7 – 10 pm.
Hint Mint House, 1650 Abbott Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291
This event is free BUT, you must RSVP.
Email: sue@hintmint.com
IMPORTANT: Put JJ + your full name in the subject line
CA – JJ + Giant Robot Talk
December 2, 2009 by Colin Solan
Filed under California, Comic Books, Other, Signing and Appearance Profiles
James Jean speaks on Dec 11th
Giant Robot and the Japanese American National Museum are proud to host an intimate conversation with artist James Jean and Giant Robot publisher Eric Nakamura on Friday, December 11, 2009, at 7:00 pm.
The talk will cover various aspects of the artist’s career and associations with the pop culture magazine.
A special limited edition print will be released on this date.
Programs are free for Members and included with admission for visitors, unless otherwise noted. Reservations are recommended by calling 213.625.0414 or by e-mail to rsvp@janm.org at least 48 hours prior to the event (please indicate name, number of reservations, date, and time of the event). Seating is limited.
Japanese American National Museum, 369 East First Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Comica (November 2009)
November 5, 2009 by Brian Pate
Filed under Comic Books, Convention Profiles, England
Event Details:
Kindling World Tour
November 2, 2009 by Colin Solan
Filed under Belgium, Comic Books, England, France, Ireland, Other, Phillipines, Signing and Appearance Profiles
From James Jean’s newsletter:
Here is my schedule next month as I travel abroad to sign copies of Kindling, PR3, parchment, and flesh. I will also be speaking in Dublin, London, and Manila.
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DUBLIN, IRELAND
November 6-8th, 2009
OFFSET 2009 is a week long creative festival culminating in a 3 day conference taking place in Dublin’s Liberty Hall Theatre from Friday 6th-Sunday 8th November. Bringing together the world’s leading creatives we are producing an event that will both showcase the best work being done today as well as engaging with the creative community at large for a week of celebration, debate and inspiration.
LONDON, ENGLAND
COMICA London: Join North American guests James Jean and Tara McPherson for an evening discussion and illustrated presentation, followed by signings.
November 12, 2009 from 4-6pm.
Orbital Comics
Signing with James Jean & Tara McPherson
November 13, 2009 from 7pm.
£8 / £7 Concessions / £6 ICA Members
Panel Discussion, Nash Room, ICA, The Mall
PARIS, FRANCE
November 14th, 2009 from 16:00 – 19:45
Librairie Album
67 boulevard Saint Germain
75005 PARIS
BRUSSELS, BELGIUM
Please join James Jean for an exhibition of drawings and a signing of his latest works at Librairie Brüsel.
November 18th, 2009 from 15:00 – 18:00
Librairie Brüsel
Boulevard Anspach 100
1000 Brussels
MANILA, PHILIPPINES
Details at www.fullybookedonline.com
November 22th, 2009 from 14:00
Fully Booked
Bonifacio High Street
858-7000, 7036-38
Hope to see you soon!
Details at ProcessRecess.com
CA – Process Recess 3 Signing
September 29, 2009 by Colin Solan
Filed under California, Comic Books, Signing and Appearance Profiles
Oct 17, 6:00PM – 10:00PM
free refreshments provided
Kindling: A poster book featuring 12 brand new, never-before-published paintings by award-winning artist James Jean. Each of the 305mmx 406mm inch pull-out posters is bound into a paperback portfolio and features a full-color painting on one side and intricate sketches on the opposite side.
Process Recess 3: The Hallowed Seam collects the sketches of renowned artist James Jean, who has documented his life in drawings and paintings. From beautiful figure drawings to experimental paintings, Jean demonstrates a keen eye for humanity and a virtuosic handling of any medium.
Suru Gallery: Celeritas!
August 13, 2009 by Richard Oh
Filed under California, Comic Books, L.A. Sequential
On August 16th, the gallery will close this awesome exhibit. If you can, please go and look at the beautiful art in person. If you can’t make it, here are some photos I took of the exhibition’s opening night.
Welcome to Suru!
The exhibition, Celeritas, awaits.
Front view of the exhibit.
Motorcycle suits on display.
Sweet bike!
Jim Lee's helmet, front view.
Jim's helmet, back view. Sweet.
Jim's helmet, side view. Awesome helmet.
James Jean's helmet, side view. Absolutely beautiful.
James Jean's helmet, frontal view.
James Jean posing with his masterpiece.
Jesse James' fierce looking helmet.
Jesse James' helmet, back view. West Coast represent!
Mike Shinoda's helmet.
Audrey Kawasaki's helmet.
Audrey Kawasaki's helmet, side view. Great job on this helmet.
Joe Hahn's helmet.
Jeff McMillan's helmet. Front view.
Jeff McMillan's helmet, side view.
Jeff McMillan's helmet, back view. Very elaborate piece.
Alex Pardee's helmet, front view.
Alex Pardee's helmet, back view. Amazing!
Mark Dean Veca's helmet, front view.
Mark Dean Veca's helmet, back view. It's got eyes on the back of its head.
Futura's helmet.
Stash's helmet. The skull definitely adds a nice touch.
Usugrow's helmet.
Troy Lee's helmet. Definitely the most creative of the night.
For those who can make it, come out before the 16th and enjoy these sights in person!
Comic-Con International Autograph Schedule is Up
July 14, 2009 by Brian Pate
Filed under Anime, California, Collectibles, Comic Books, Comic-Con International, Convention News, Horror, Other, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Top Stories
The Autograph Schedule for SDCC is now available.
Scheduled signers, just to name a few, include Olivia Munn, Clive Barker, Neil Gaiman, John Kricfalusi, James Jean, Jim Caviezel, Jamie Campbell-Bower, Robert Carlyle, Alaina Huffman, Ming-Na, Adam West, Alan Dean Foster, Jim Valentino, Brandon Routh, Sam Huntington, Yaphet Kotto, Elvira, Thomas Jane, Kathy Najimy, Adrian Paul, Brande Roderick, J. Michael Straczynski, and Jane Wiedlin.
Located upstairs in the Sails Pavilion, the Autograph Area is the place to go for a special memento from a variety of artists, authors and actors from every era of popular culture. Some are signing right after their spotlight panel, so check the program grid daily.
The Autograph Area is open from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM Thursday through Saturday, and 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday. No autograph sessions will be held before or after these times, but fans are welcome to come on up and get in line when the convention hall opens.
Due to high demand and the limited time available from notables appearing to sign autographs, the Autograph Area Coordinator may at any time shut down a line, even if people are still waiting for an autograph. We apologize for any inconvenience or disappointment.
Changes and surprise additions will occur throughout the show, so be sure to check the daily newsletter and the information boards located throughout the center. Schedules will be posted at the Autograph Area Information Desk, staffed 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM Thursday through Saturday, and 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM Sunday.
Most autograph signings are of a limited nature. Your badge does not guarantee autographs at any event.
All guests (that are at tables, booths, etc.) are required to sign one Program Book for free.
