What happens when you get The Edge, Jimmy Page and Jack White all in the same room? Magic happens. Sometimes the best form of communication is not talking at all, let the music lead the way.

About It Might Get Loud:
Rarely can a film penetrate the glamorous surface of rock legends. It Might Get Loud tells the personal stories, in their own words, of three generations of electric guitar virtuosos – The Edge (U2), Jimmy Page (Led Zeppelin), and Jack White (The White Stripes). It reveals how each developed his unique sound and style of playing favorite instruments, guitars both found and invented. Concentrating on the artist’s musical rebellion, traveling with him to influential locations, provoking rare discussion as to how and why he writes and plays, this film lets you witness intimate moments and hear new music from each artist. The movie revolves around a day when Jimmy Page, Jack White, and The Edge first met and sat down together to share their stories, teach and play.

Tim Burton may very well be our generation’s master of dark fantasy. Whether it’s stories of twisted, fated love (Edward Scissorhands), grand adventures (Big Fish), or delightfully nefarious musical romps (Sweeney Todd, The Nightmare Before Christmas, et al.), his ability to enhance the most beautiful aspects of the darkness is what has set him apart as one of America’s most creative and thoughtful directors. If these sneak shots from his upcoming rework of the Disney classic Alice in Wonderland are any indication, we are indeed in for another wonderful journey through the mind of a genius. →

Tattooist Mister Cartoon began his career as a muralist and graffiti writer during the ’80s. However, he gained notoriety for his treatment of street culture. Through his use of black and grey tattoos, Mark Machado, otherwise known as Cartoon, retains a Latino, West Coast aesthetic that has grown popular to platinum artists, including Missy Elliot, Justin Timberlake and Dr. Dre. He is one half of the creative force behind Joker Brand Clothing, a hip hop, tattoo inspired line and is also a CD sleeve designer, whose illustrations have been attributed to Cypress Hill’s last five album covers. →

Nathan Williams of Wavves had a big European tour and a bevy of international fans hooked on his noisy surf-punk and California mythos, at least until he couldn’t handle his drugs and blew his set at the Primavera Festival in Barcelona. This video, shot by Williams on his early travels in Europe, has him swigging vodka, smoking, playing gigs and dicking around. We can only hope Williams will be back on tour with a clearer head. Maybe some California beach and sun will do him good? →

Frederieke Taylor Gallery is pleased to present “Almost Home,” a group show which includes artists working with various forms of spatial investigations, curated by An Hoang. The artists included in the show are Lois Dodd, Amir H. Fallah, Mary Lum, Gordon Matta-Clark, Kirsten Nelson and Lisa Sigal. →

The Venice Beinnale, currently taking place from June through November, has been one of the most significant cultural institutions for over 100 years. A convergence of contemporary art, architecture, film, music, dance and theater, it would be hard to imagine a more appropriate or breathtaking locale. Venice itself is surreal and unique…like no where else in the world I’ve been, and the addition of the Biennale which occurs once every two years made my visit just that much more amazing. →

Catharine Clark Gallery announces a group exhibition titled Remix that includes the work of Thorsten Brinkmann, Nicole Cherubini,Amir H. Fallah, Carmen McLeod, Hilary Pecis, and Mickalene Thomas. The artists hail from Germany, New York, Los Angeles and San Francisco, and for each artist the exhibit marks their first showing at Catharine Clark Gallery. The opening reception will be held on Saturday, June 27 from 5 to 8 p.m. and is the second anniversary of Catharine Clark Gallery in its 150 Minna Street location. →

When it comes to life’s ups and downs, sometimes the ride exhilarates, and other times it feels as though the bottom is ready to drop out. Luckily, Patricia Ayres is here to offer you security amidst the storm. An artist, photographer, and fashion designer who draws inspiration from the urban landscape, Ayres knows a thing or two about seeking a safeguard from a sometimes cruel world. So it’s no surprise her white harness would be a standout piece of pretty yet sturdy protection. Softer than the metal variations on the market, this adaptation lends comfort without the noisy ferocity of a tough-girl chain. Because sometimes what’s most important is the quiet strength that holds you together. Even if it’s just a subtle embellishment, a flourish for the outside eye.

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Eye on the Strand
Pratt Institute CCPS Gallery – NYC
07/15/09
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Pratt Institute CCPS Gallery Presents Eye On The Strand Group Exhibition Featuring Work Of Three Winners and Twenty Finalists. Aperture, Pratt, and the Strand Book Store are pleased to announce the winners of the Eye on the Strand photography contest, which kicked off last fall and concluded March 31, 2009. The winners were chosen by a prestigious panel of judges from over 500 submissions featuring unique and creative photo representations of the Strand Book Store. The Grand Prize Winner will get to have lunch at New York City’s famous Balthazar Restaurant with world-renowned photographer Mary Ellen Mark, and receive a collection of Aperture books, among other prizes.  →

‘Urban Myth’
Cerasoli Gallery – Culver City, CA
07/11-08-01
Reception: 07/11, 7-10 pm
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C E R A S O L I  Gallery presents ‘Urban Myth,’ a group exhibition in the front Galleries curated by Bristol urban artist Graffiti Kingpin INKIE, representing a cross-section of the dominant forces in UK urban art scene: Pure Evil, Zeus, Mysterious Al, Inkie, Steff Plaetz, China Mike, Mudwig, MauMau, Chu, Eco, Andy Council, Sickboy, SHOK-1.

In the front Galleries, Bristol’s notorious urban artist Inkie has curated a surprise show for Cerasoli Gallery that crosses the pond, →