Coop's
new exhibition Brand Recognition open at sixspace
on September 9, 2006.
In his third solo exhibition at sixspace,
Coop presented new acrylic-on-canvas paintings and ink-on-paper
works in Brand Recognition. Continuing his exploration
of re-appropriation, Coop expands on dissecting his own iconic
imagery, popular culture, and art historical references with
his new series of bold, sexy, and smart paintings. Concurrent
with main exhibition, the gallery’s project room space
will feature the debut showing of his preparatory sketches...go
to sixspace for more information
You're all invited to the opening reception - click invite
image for details.
Skin
Deep: Coop cover article in the Los Angeles Alternative -
September 1, 2006
In his latest work, Coop turns his trademark wit, and his
willingness to confront the viewer with uncomfortable or aggressive
imagery, against our own consumer culture. His latest show,
titled Brand Recognition, pairs blatantly sexual
imagery with the great new signifiers of our modern age: corporate
logos. Link
to article
Coop
interviews
In Boing Boing's first step towards doing more video blogging
they're featuring an interview with Coop. Featuring studio
photos, in-progress painting images, and Coop discussing his
latest body of work - don't miss it! BoingBoing.net
Tony Pierce also asked Coop 666 questions, or maybe a few
less for LAist.com
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