"Beyond Graffiti"
Curated by Lemuel and Eder Cetina
Gallery: Headquarters (HQ) Hollywood, CA
December 10, 2003 - February 2004
"Beyond Graffiti" is a lasting example of how fine art can not only impact the artistic landscape but also the larger world. The exhibition featured four large scale works created specifically for the exhibition by four unique talents from the Los Angeles graffiti scene. Additionally a monumental work was created on site as a collaboration by the four involved artists. This work which was 20'+ in width was created to raise awareness to aid in the fight against the brutality against woment in Juarez Mexico. The exhibition was the subject of international media attention for its unique expression. Dane Jensen was instrumental in a variety of operational aspects of the show.
The following is an excerpt from the original press release along with a announcement that was published by Amnesty USA.
Headquarters – HQ Salon presents works from graffiti artists: kofie one, Eder, Axis, K Jiah, and surprise artists, in affiliation with Amnesty International and Artists for Amnesty, to benefit Amnesty Internationals efforts to stop the violence against women in Juarez, Mexico.
LA Times Article on "Beyond Graffiti"
http://articles.latimes.com/20 LA Times Article on Headquarters|
Headquarters – HQ Salon, Amnesty International and Artists for Amnesty, along with Vans, Naked Juice, 3 Vodka are proud to present Beyond Graffiti, an eclectic multimedia exhibition and benefit. Beyond Graffiti, a collaboration of some of todays most respected and recognized graffiti artists, will be the first graffiti exhibition of its kind.
When: Wednesday, December 10, 2003 8pm to 10pm
Opening Reception: Hosted by Taryn Manning (8 Mile, Boomkat)
Thursday, December 11, 2003; 8pm to 2am
Where: Headquarters – HQ Salon, 1654 Schrader Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028
Headquarters - HQ Salon, a transformed creative exhibition space, was originally an alley, coincidentally making it the ideal temporary home for such an exhibition. Because Headquarters-HQ Salon is an alternative arts venue, it will allow the artists of Beyond Graffiti artistic freedoms and interpretations not commonly found in many traditional gallery settings.
Beyond Graffiti will feature the work of renowned graffiti artists kofieone (Nike, Stussy, Pacific Design Center mural), Eder (MOCA, LACMA, The Getty Museum, MTV, Pixar), Axis (AC/DC, General Motors, Vans, AOL), Jiah and Surprise Guests. Beyond Graffiti will also include performance art and DJ sounds. The monumental canvas painted by the artists will be auctioned off with the proceeds benefiting the cause. The work stands as a poignant expression condemning these egregious crimes, with the belief that greater awareness will create a solution.
*Amnesty International is reaching out to the city of Juarez, Mexico. Since May 1993, over 370 women have been abducted and murdered in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, just across the border from El Paso, TX. Their bodies are found strangled, mutilated, dismembered, raped, stabbed, and torched; some have been so badly beaten, disfigured, or decomposed that the remains cannot be identified.” (Latino Policy & Issues Brief) These horrific crimes against humanity remain unsolved and continue to occur to this day. Beyond Graffiti is simply one more attempt to raise awareness of the injustices in Juarez. Support for this cause is imperative.
-from Amnesty USA
Los Angeles - During an Amnesty International event, actress Salma Hayek unveiled a 40-foot mural honoring hundreds of missing and murdered women in Ciudad Juárez and Chihuahua, Mexico. The mural was painted by artists Eder, Axis, Kofie and Jiah. It was part of the show, "Beyond Graffitti" curated by Lemuel and Edgar Cetina.
As a sign of solidarity, Salma wore a scarf printed with images of victims' hands. The scarf was designed by artist, Ame Pitt. Artists for Amnesty is selling the scarves to raise funds for AIUSA's work on Juárez.
Salma hopes her involvement helps to draw attention to the murders of Juárez, which she considers "an abominable act of violence against defenseless women."
Gallery: Headquarters (HQ) Hollywood, CA
December 10, 2003 - February 2004
"Beyond Graffiti" is a lasting example of how fine art can not only impact the artistic landscape but also the larger world. The exhibition featured four large scale works created specifically for the exhibition by four unique talents from the Los Angeles graffiti scene. Additionally a monumental work was created on site as a collaboration by the four involved artists. This work which was 20'+ in width was created to raise awareness to aid in the fight against the brutality against woment in Juarez Mexico. The exhibition was the subject of international media attention for its unique expression. Dane Jensen was instrumental in a variety of operational aspects of the show.
The following is an excerpt from the original press release along with a announcement that was published by Amnesty USA.
Headquarters – HQ Salon presents works from graffiti artists: kofie one, Eder, Axis, K Jiah, and surprise artists, in affiliation with Amnesty International and Artists for Amnesty, to benefit Amnesty Internationals efforts to stop the violence against women in Juarez, Mexico.
LA Times Article on "Beyond Graffiti"
http://articles.latimes.com/20 LA Times Article on Headquarters|
Headquarters – HQ Salon, Amnesty International and Artists for Amnesty, along with Vans, Naked Juice, 3 Vodka are proud to present Beyond Graffiti, an eclectic multimedia exhibition and benefit. Beyond Graffiti, a collaboration of some of todays most respected and recognized graffiti artists, will be the first graffiti exhibition of its kind.
When: Wednesday, December 10, 2003 8pm to 10pm
Opening Reception: Hosted by Taryn Manning (8 Mile, Boomkat)
Thursday, December 11, 2003; 8pm to 2am
Where: Headquarters – HQ Salon, 1654 Schrader Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028
Headquarters - HQ Salon, a transformed creative exhibition space, was originally an alley, coincidentally making it the ideal temporary home for such an exhibition. Because Headquarters-HQ Salon is an alternative arts venue, it will allow the artists of Beyond Graffiti artistic freedoms and interpretations not commonly found in many traditional gallery settings.
Beyond Graffiti will feature the work of renowned graffiti artists kofieone (Nike, Stussy, Pacific Design Center mural), Eder (MOCA, LACMA, The Getty Museum, MTV, Pixar), Axis (AC/DC, General Motors, Vans, AOL), Jiah and Surprise Guests. Beyond Graffiti will also include performance art and DJ sounds. The monumental canvas painted by the artists will be auctioned off with the proceeds benefiting the cause. The work stands as a poignant expression condemning these egregious crimes, with the belief that greater awareness will create a solution.
*Amnesty International is reaching out to the city of Juarez, Mexico. Since May 1993, over 370 women have been abducted and murdered in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, just across the border from El Paso, TX. Their bodies are found strangled, mutilated, dismembered, raped, stabbed, and torched; some have been so badly beaten, disfigured, or decomposed that the remains cannot be identified.” (Latino Policy & Issues Brief) These horrific crimes against humanity remain unsolved and continue to occur to this day. Beyond Graffiti is simply one more attempt to raise awareness of the injustices in Juarez. Support for this cause is imperative.
-from Amnesty USA
Los Angeles - During an Amnesty International event, actress Salma Hayek unveiled a 40-foot mural honoring hundreds of missing and murdered women in Ciudad Juárez and Chihuahua, Mexico. The mural was painted by artists Eder, Axis, Kofie and Jiah. It was part of the show, "Beyond Graffitti" curated by Lemuel and Edgar Cetina.
As a sign of solidarity, Salma wore a scarf printed with images of victims' hands. The scarf was designed by artist, Ame Pitt. Artists for Amnesty is selling the scarves to raise funds for AIUSA's work on Juárez.
Salma hopes her involvement helps to draw attention to the murders of Juárez, which she considers "an abominable act of violence against defenseless women."
