TRPS Presents Rock Art By The Bay
Saturday, June 8, 2019
Faction Brewing – 2501 Monarch Street, Alameda
FREE event: 12:00pm – 7:00pm

Summertime is almost upon us, and The Rock Poster Society’s annual event Rock Art By The Bay is set to shakedown this Saturday, June 8, 2019, at Faction Brewing in Alameda, California. Last year was such a success, it returns for a second time at Faction, artisans of craft beer with a 20-barrel brewhouse including lagers, stouts, Belgian style beers, barrel-aged beers, and the occasional sour.

Don’t miss your opportunity to meet many talented artists who will be displaying their art behind an exciting backdrop of kegs, brewing tanks, and four amazing murals that simply must be seen in person. This free one-day event starts at high noon and runs until 7:00 pm.

All kind people are welcome, kids are encouraged to come, and there’s water for your dog. If you get hungry, a tasty food truck will be parked outside to get your nosh on.

Reminder, Artists LOVE Cash. They will have many posters available for purchase. More information about this event can be found at TRPS.org

✍️ Get your poster signed by the artist!

Moonalice and Doobie Decibel System Poster Artists Attending:
Chris Shaw
Alexandra Fischer
Carolyn Ferris
David Singer
Gregg Gordon
John Mavroudis
John Seabury
Lee Conklin
Mike Dolgushkin
Stanley Mouse

Social Media hashtag: #RABTB19

Directions

📍Faction Brewing 2501 Monarch St, Alameda

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If you’re located in the Bay Area, then don’t miss your chance to celebrate Detroit’s key role in the 1960’s American Counterculture when Haight Street Art Center presents Grande Ballroom From Detroit With Love Panel Discussion on April 19, 2019 from 6:00pm – 8:30pm.

Admission to this free special event includes one drink ticket for a glass of wine or beer, and a chance to win a special limited edition screen print of Gary Grimshaw‘s SEAGULL design.

“The Seagull” Screen Print

If you can’t make this event, but are interested in the new Limited Edition screen print of Gary’s iconic SEAGULL, copies will be on sale onsite and online starting at 6:00PM on April 19.

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• Enjoy a glass of wine or beer viewing FROM DETROIT WITH LOVE, the definitive comprehensive poster, handbill and postcard collection from Russ Gibb’s legendary Grande Ballroom. This stellar exhibit is a must see for all poster fans.
• The Gary Grimshaw Legacy Foundation will release its new Limited Edition screen print of Gary’s iconic SEAGULL, the poster that launched the Grande Ballroom poster series. All attendees will be entered in a raffle to win a free copy of this meticulously enhanced print. Copies will be on sale onsite and online starting at 6:00PM on April 19.
• 7:00pm, Guest Panel Discussion—Join GGLF’s Laura Grimshaw as she moderates the discussion. On the panel are activist and photographer Leni Sinclair, Detroit artists Carl Lundgren and Dennis Loren, poster expert Eric King and others. They will discuss the Grande, Detroit’s 60’s art scene, and its part in the City’s countercultural movement.

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HSAC instructors Nat Swope and Drew Jorstad host this in-studio demonstration of screen printing, from art preparation to final print production. Open to all ages and skill levels. Attendance will be capped at 15 people per session. Reserve your spot now!

Class Dates:

Monday April 15th @ 7:00pm
Tuesday April 16th @ 7:00pm SOLD OUT
Monday April 29th @ 7:00pm
Tuesday April 30th @ 7:00pm SOLD OUT

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The Ralph Steadman Retrospective offers phenomenal insights into the genius of one of the world’s most acclaimed artists. Experiencing the 108 original artworks included in this exhibition will take the viewer on a journey through Steadman’s prolific career of more than sixty years; from the sketches he created as a student in the 1950’s to current artworks published in 2017.

The Retrospective showcases Steadman’s legendary collaborations with maverick Gonzo journalist, Hunter S. Thompson; his illustrated literary classics such as Alice in Wonderland, Treasure Island; and the inventive books he authored such as I Leonardo and The Big I Am. There are also illustrations from his children’s books, which include No Room to Swing a Cat and That’s My Dad; plus artworks from his travels with Oddbins Wine Merchants. Also, featured is Steadman’s box set artwork inspired by the series Breaking Bad. While still contributing regularly to publications such as The New Statesman, The New Yorker, the New York Observer, and The Independent, last year Ralph Steadman celebrated the release of his most recent book Critical Critters, featuring 100 new paintings.

Throughout his working life, Steadman has strived in his cartoons and artworks to affect and challenge humanity, generate a dialogue, and be a voice to rally for truth and positive change. Steadman’s art is brave, intelligent, and unrelenting. The exhibition will amaze and inspire both the uninitiated and his most die-hard fans. As Thompson advised in the Steadman illustrated Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, “buy the ticket, take the ride.”

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Audio Guide

Accompanying the Retrospective is a fascinating audio guide created by Audible and featuring the voices of Ralph Steadman himself, Anita o’Brien, the original curator of the show and Tim Robbins, friend and fan. Take a tour of the exhibition with Ralph at your shoulder giving you his own thoughts and insights about some of the pieces on show, as well as an immersive Gonzo Experience with Tim Robbins. Text STEADMAN to 500-500 to download or click on the icon image to go to the Apple App Store.

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Directions

Haight Street Art Center 215 Haight Street, San Francisco