KAWS X CLOT Alienegra Dissected Egra Parka

To present a new collaboration piece that falls under the brand’s Alienegra series, CLOT strengthens its ties with famed artist KAWS. The Alienegra Dissected Egra Parka is at the center of this newest collaborative effort as it will sport a reworked camo print aesthetic featuring a glow-in-the-dark version of the KAWS trademark “X” motif, having [...]

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This post was written by bape nerd on February 4, 2012 Comments (0)

Wish x KAWS 2012 Collaboration Announcement

The latest announcement gives nod to an impending collaboration between storied artist KAWS and Atlanta-based retailer Wish, with the anticipation building for the forthcoming “Down Time” exhibition at the High Museum of Art. While few details have been released at this point, the duo’s collaborative effort is likely to make use of KAWS’ trademark characterizations [...]

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This post was written by bape nerd on January 31, 2012 Comments (0)

KAWS “Down Time” Exhibition @ High Museum of Art Preview

We see a preview of the upcoming “Down Time” exhibition at the upcoming Atlanta-based exhibit, following an initial glimpse of the Companion install at the High Museum of Art. The exhibit will feature a 22-foot tall mural in which the artist will paint live during the course of a one week period, in addition to [...]

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This post was written by bape nerd on January 27, 2012 Comments (0)

OriginalFake x Medicom Toy KAWS PARTNERS – A Closer Look

A closer look at the collaboration between OriginalFake and Medicom Toy reveals KAWS alongside his iconic “Companion” creation. Both artist and effort are put on display in a scene reminiscent of the statue of Walt Disney and Mickey at Disneyland. The bronze figure is set to drop just weeks before the upcoming “Down Time” Exhibition [...]

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This post was written by bape nerd on January 26, 2012 Comments (0)

OriginalFake x Medicom Toy KAWS PARTNERS

KAWS and Medicom Toy have unveiled their latest limited-edition figure for OriginalFake. The bronze statue is set to drop just weeks before the upcoming “Down Time” Exhibition at Atlanta’s High Museum of Art, depicting the artist himself alongside a disconsolate Companion. The PARTNERS figure will be available Saturday, January 28, for ¥14,490 JPY (approximately $188 [...]

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This post was written by bape nerd on January 22, 2012 Comments (0)

KAWS “FOCUS:KAWS” Exhibition Recap @ Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth

KAWS caps off a boisterous year with one final showing at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, as we near the end of 2011. The Friday night opening for “FOCUS:KAWS” was a combination of some previous works displayed over the last few months including tondos seen at the Armory and a monochromatic Dissected Companion [...]

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This post was written by bape nerd on December 13, 2011 Comments (0)

i-D online | Kaws, The Stepping Stone Issue, July 2008

Just a refreshing reminder why KAWS has been one of the more influential graffiti artists of the past two decades, nothing new here. Released July 2008, the video above offers a look into the process and inspiration behind KAWS’s customization of i-D magazine‘s The Stepping Stone Issue. Touching on his background, earlier work and celebrity [...]

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This post was written by bape nerd on November 26, 2011 Comments (0)

whitewall Issue featuring KAWS

Whitewall magazine offers the cover to none other than New York-based artist KAWS for their latest 24th installment. Showing off some of his familiar works which have taken shape through circular tondos. Two separate covers were created as the interior will include a 12-page spread involving KAWS’ studio, an interview, portraits of the artist, an [...]

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This post was written by bape nerd on November 18, 2011 Comments (0)

KAWS x HARBOUR CITY x AllRightsReserved “Santa Cross is Coming to City” Tote Bag

The well-known Hong Kong shopping center has teamed up with KAWS and AllRightsReserved on this “Santa Cross is Coming to City” Tote Bag, to follow up on the “Passing Through” exhibition at HARBOUR CITY. Complete with a wrapped present under one arm; the bag boasts a bold design featuring playful beard and boots being worn [...]

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This post was written by bape nerd on November 7, 2011 Comments (0)

Win an Exclusive Hennessy x KAWS Tote Bag!

To offer you the chance to win four exclusive Hennessy x KAWS tote bags Hypebeast and Hennessy team up. The bag’s design is inspired by the same motif applied to the recently released Hennessy x KAWS bottle, based on one of the most exciting collaborations of the year. The contest begins October 26, 2011 at [...]

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This post was written by bape nerd on November 2, 2011 Comments (0)