Challenging Mural Through the Eyes of Lydia Emily’s Assistant

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Challenging Mural Through the Eyes of Lydia Emily’s Assistant

I have had the pleasure of becoming Lydia Emily’s assistant, or “art monkey” as she dubs it.  Lydia Emily is an extremely talented artist who has been oil and mural painting for many years.  Her work is political; always with a greater message.  She founded The Karma Underground, a non-profit that raises awareness for the plight of…

Daniel Lahoda Shares his Andean Textiles Collection

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Daniel Lahoda Shares his Andean Textiles Collection

As founder of some of the biggest street art initiatives in LA, Daniel Lahoda understands the unique territory that comes with public art. The semi-hidden LALA Gallery in Downtown Los Angeles serves as a space for exhibiting some of Los Angeles’ best street artists but Lahoda is most known for his outdoor efforts. Through his…

CARTWHEEL INTERVIEW: Putting Pork Chops on the Table with Lydia Emily

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CARTWHEEL INTERVIEW: Putting Pork Chops on the Table with Lydia Emily

A multi-tasker of the most admirable sort, L.A. street and gallery artist Lydia Emily makes art, produces art shows, advocates street art, wins art contests, runs a non-profit,  volunteers her time in after-school art programs, and sets the table nightly for the gaggle of pre-teens in her household. Her series on Africa, which we loved,…

CARTWHEEL Preview: Red Bull Curates sends Lydia Emily and Gregory Siff to Miami

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CARTWHEEL Preview: Red Bull Curates sends Lydia Emily and Gregory Siff to Miami

For L.A. artist Lydia Emily, “the road to Art Basel” began April 5, 2012 when she competed in and won the Red Bull Curates: The Canvas Cooler Project at Lab Art, along with fellow L.A. artists Gregory Siff and Hans Haveron. Now it’s time to reap the rewards of winning a spot with the highly…