In Martin Travers’ new exhibition entitled ‘Journeys through struggles and dreams’ he explores the classic notion of ‘what doesn’t kill you simply makes you stronger.’ Through a series of journeys on public transport around the world Martin found inspiration for his murals and drawings. ‘The people I meet may become friends or memories, but I try to tell some of their stories, struggles and dreams.’ The opening night will see DJ Werd from Berlin on decks and live performances by Marakit Saturay, Parwom Alhbari and Sharla Sookha. Martin is currently involved in “Three Artists Three cities” an International collaborative project to create positive changes on a community level in Amsterdam, Birmingham and Casablanca.

Where: Mezrab Gallery (Domselaerstraat 120)
When: 30 September 2011 19.00-22.00
Admission: free
http://www.mezrab.nl/

A Rose (2010) By Ilena Saturay

This one is for Martin Travers, who is a wonderful person - as beautiful and rare as a rose that grew from concrete (wow, too poetic! hehe) -, and who makes roses grow through concrete anywhere he goes!!

Block Party!
Celebrating the local community, getting to know the folks in the neighborhood.
We have completed a series of paintings based on local people, as part of the exhibit
we are showcasing the works outdoors as part of our block party.
Big shout outs to the local folks who have contributed to this. We are highlighting local talent
like D.J's, musicians, dancers and martial arts. Check the flier for more info.

Street Art San Francisco Mission Muralismo

New book out by the folks at Precita Eyes called "Street Art San Francisco Mission Muralismo" it's edited by Anice Jacoby with a nice forward by the man himself Carlos Santana.
My mural is among the many great works of art that don the walls of San Francisco's Mission District and is in this book, i also get a mention on page 35.
I think it's a great book that documents community/public art as well as giving a really informative historical perspective. What makes it stand out from the many other books in this genre is the views from the local artists themselves, i know community mural artists who have been working for years for the love of it only and never get a mention in books or articles. BIG UP to the folks at Precita Eyes and lets all keep painting.

New York Times ad

The Mural i painted in San Francisco's Mission District, Balmy Alley, entitled "New Dawn" is being used by the New York Times in an ad campaign aimed at the "Bay Area". So it's up on billboards in the BART and MUNI on the platforms and in the trains. Thanks to the folks who have sent photos so far!
Oh yeah and it's in the actual news paper also. Keep an eye out people!

Mural at Noah's

Here's the latest mural in Amsterdam, thanks to Noah.