Sunday, August 7, 2011

A Few Vintage 1910-1940 American Tattoo Flash Images

Here are a few traditional American tattoo designs. Original 1910-1940 hand-painted watercolor flash.






Sunday, July 17, 2011

Self Portrait Of The Underground American Cartoonist Frank Mell

"Back in the Forties, when I was a kid, I always wanted to grow up to be a handsome artist - smoking a pipe!!" Frank Mell

The Mysterious Psychedelic Comic Art Of Frank Mell

Here is a glimpse into the personal sketch book of underground psychedelic comic artist Frank Mell. His incredible work is similar to legendary R. Crumb Comics, but much less known. These photographs are from the personal archives of Frank and have never been seen by the public. Franks younger brother Ed Mell, a western landscape painter, is much more known and has paintings in multiple high end private collections as well as museums. This glimpse of Franks' lost sketch book comics is in honor of a man that was the real deal, and was Ed's mentor. It is an honor to hold a few of the original drawings and airbrush paintings. These few pieces I hold were bought at auction in Phoenix, Arizona in 2011 and were drawn during his times in Brooklyn & Phoenix.





Monday, June 20, 2011

The Freight Train Bucket Paint Graffiti Of "Bardos" Phoenix AZ.



Here are a few RARE pictures of the secret street painter and late night freight train "recycle" bucket paint artist "Bardos" from Phoenix AZ. These pictures are nearly a decade old.

A Few Vintage Hobo Drawings From Train Boxcars Circa 1990's

Here are a few images of vintage freight train graffiti "Moniker Chalkings", from the photo archive of KAPER NG.

Saturday, June 11, 2011

Homeless Rose Parade Camp Out In Downtown Portland Oregon, June 11-12 2011

This summer in Oregon will be filled with the usual long crazy intoxicating wild nights at nightclubs, dance parties, festivals, downtown cultural events, and art walks. On The evening and morning of Fri. June 11-12, a grassroots community of homeless individuals and human rights activists came together for a downtown Portland sleep out & parade. The premise was: "WHY IS IT LEGAL TO CAMP FOR PLEASURE BUT NOT FOR SURVIVAL"? Here are a few pics. To find out more information: www.right2survive.wordpress.com



Wednesday, June 1, 2011

RARE Details Of An Antique 1900-1905 Louis Vuitton Luggage Suitcase


Here Are The Beautiful Details That Show The EARLY Craftsmanship Of Louis Vuitton Hand Made Luggage Circa 1900. Suitcase Value Estimate $3000.


Tuesday, May 31, 2011

A Few 1940's - 1950's Mexican Brass & Enamel "Biker" Rings

Here Are A Few Great Examples Of The Collectible Art "Brass Knuckle"!!


The ExLibris Media Archives -- Downtown Portland Oregon

Hidden Away In Downtown Portland, Oregon, Is A Glimpse Into The Ever Changing Underground Culture Project Of XtimemachineX. You Will Not See These Images Anywhere Else.
This Artist Operated Loft Space Is Filled With Historical Pieces Found In The United States Of America. Collections Of Experimental Oil Paintings & Art, 16mm Film, Psychedelic Vinyl Records, Hilarious Vintage Clothes, And The Most Interesting Antique Miniature Knick Knack Collection I Have Ever Seen.
Starting As Moreland Street Media Achives Over A Decade Ago, It First Had Its Place In Downtown Phoenix, Az.
Some Of The Earliest Media Collected Was Film And Vinyl Records. The Underground Art, Fashion, And Dance Scene Still Held Excitement & Life, The Future Looked Bright. Soon A Cosmic Realization Was Envisioned. American Society And The Culture It Is So Famous For, Is Doomed. A Treasure Collection Had To Be Formed For Future Generations Who Survive The Collapse Of The American Culture Scene. Still Balancing On A Thread, The Project To Save Unique American Media From Pop Culture Implosion, Is Still Up And Running With A Documentary Art Book And Experimental Electronic Music Album In The Works.
Do Not Plan On Hearing About Or Seeing This Coming Revolution On Facebook Or Twitter. The Operator Wants No Parts In Selling The Magic Cheap.

Friday, April 8, 2011

1960's Arizona Cowboy Denim Levi's Big E Wrangler Blue Bell LEE Rider

A Few Lovely Denim Finds For The Week. Pictures Of: LEvi's Big E 501 S Red Tab, 501 XX Hidden Rivet, Wrangler Blue Bell Pocket, LEE Rider Dead Stock Patch W/ Paper.




Monday, March 21, 2011

Mysterious Chemical Trails Over Phoenix, Arizona During Japan Nuclear Disaster





High In The Sky Over "The Valley Of The Sun" There Are Aircraft Spraying Something. A Long Stream Of White Exhaust Is Often Seen Dissipating Into Clouds. Does This Look Like Experiments In Weather Manipulation/Control?