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In September — October 2016, my first solo show was held at Vladey Space Gallery, Moscow. I've made eight big multilayer artworks dedicated to the phenomenon of digital reality that for the last few years has been replacing physical reality in front of our very eyes. I've also painted the walls, columns, and the entrance to the gallery to give the space the final touch. All in all, it was a great experience and I'm very happy with the result.]]> Sat, 01 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0300 http://sicksystems.ru/post/73/

This year I curated a special project at the 2nd Artmosspehere Street Art Biennale in Moscow. I invited five Russian artists with a strong graffiti background — Alexey Luka, Petro, Slak, Sy, Pavel Rtue — and took part in the project myself. I wanted our styles both to look well together, as well as complement each other. Keeping in mind the main theme of the biennale, e.g. The Invisible Border, all the artists left their comfort zone and worked with volume, creating sculptures and installations. It was a really refreshing experience, and I'm very grateful to the organizers of the biennale for inviting me and to the artists for making it happen.]]> Fri, 30 Sep 2016 22:40:00 +0300 http://sicksystems.ru/post/71/

I took part in a huge group show dedicated to football and ice hockey, the most popular sports in the world. It was organised by Vladey auction house. The line up included more than 60 Russian contemporary artists. I'm honoured that my artworks became the main images of the show.]]> Wed, 15 Jun 2016 14:30:00 +0300 http://sicksystems.ru/post/70/

In the beginning of January I shoot some footage for a short video dedicated to the release of the Montana Black limited edition spray can with my graphics. In the video I tell my story, talk about what I do, and about my work for Montana. Check out the video after the jump.]]> Thu, 28 Jan 2016 10:00:00 +0300 http://sicksystems.ru/post/69/

I took part in a group show called 'Street art: Conservation' in Victoria Gallery in Samara, Russia. Among participants were also Kirill Kto, Misha Most, Tima Radya, and other Russian artists. The exhibition was curated by Yura Yurkin and Sergey Balandin.]]> Sun, 24 Jan 2016 17:00:00 +0300 http://sicksystems.ru/post/68/

In November-December, I took part in a group show called 'Unforeseen Circumstances' in Moscow, Russia, along with the talented artists: Alexey Luka from Moscow, SatOne from Munich, and Finsta from Stockholm. The exhibition was held at RuArts Gallery and curated by Artmossphere creative association. Enjoy some of my shots of the show below!]]> Sun, 13 Dec 2015 13:30:00 +0300 http://sicksystems.ru/post/67/

Here are some photos of me making the new plywood artworks for the Unforeseen Circumstances group show, which is being held at RuArts Gallery in Moscow. Photos by Ivan Erofeev.]]> Fri, 27 Nov 2015 12:40:00 +0300 http://sicksystems.ru/post/66/

Last month I went to London, UK, to create four plywood artworks for a group show called East Street / West Street. The show, which opened on February 27 in Lollipop Gallery, features works by my fellow Russian artists Vova Nootk and Misha Most, as well as posters by Shepard Fairey and works by the American duo The Mirf. Big ups to the co-curator Monika Norse and all the gallery staff. If you happen to be in London, drop by till March 22!]]> Tue, 03 Mar 2015 18:30:00 +0300 http://sicksystems.ru/post/65/

This November a Moscow based photographer Alexey Partola published a book featuring 25 profiles of the best Russian artists with strong graffiti background. Each profile includes an interview and a 1x1m canvas made by each of the artists especially for the book. ]]> Tue, 30 Dec 2014 17:00:00 +0300 http://sicksystems.ru/post/64/

In September 2014, I had a two-man show with a talented Russian artist Alexey Luka. The exhibition entitled 'The Long Tomorrow' was a part of the first Moscow International Street Art Biennale called 'Artmossphere'. I presented my new body of work consisting of a series of eight plywood reliefs and four canvases inspired by science fiction.]]> Tue, 30 Sep 2014 12:00:00 +0400 http://sicksystems.ru/post/63/

A group show called 'Urbanism: City In My Head' was held in Museum of Moscow in May-June 2014. It was the first museum exhibition in Russia to showcase works by the Russian artists with a strong graffiti background. I was honored to be a part of the line-up that included some of the best local artists: Aber, Alex Kuznetsov, Morik, Petro, Slak, and Zmogk, as well as a special guest from Holland, Niels Shoe Meulman.]]> Wed, 30 Jul 2014 12:00:00 +0400 http://sicksystems.ru/post/61/

Just received a book called 'Typespaces. Typography in Three-Dimensional Spaces' that includes my typographic sculptures made for Nike in 2008 and 2010. Published by Basheer Graphic Books, Singapore, in 2013, it illustrates the usage of letters and symbols in architecture, outdoor, indoor, and furniture, and showcases works by Max Rippon, Ben Eine, Mitsutomo Matsunami, and dozens of other artists and studios from all over the world.]]> Mon, 30 Jun 2014 12:00:00 +0400 http://sicksystems.ru/post/62/

In 2013, I took part in a private show organized by Nike and Faces&Laces especially for Mark Parker, the CEO of Nike, who visited Moscow last September. At the exhibition there were showcased different works by prominent Moscow artists with a strong graffiti background, including Adha, Nootk, and Petro.]]> Wed, 30 Apr 2014 12:00:00 +0400 http://sicksystems.ru/post/59/

On February, 13 a group show called The New Wave Uncut opened in MSK Eastside Gallery in Moscow, Russia. I made two multilayer plywood artworks especially for the exhibition. These were the first works I made for sale, and one of them was sold in half an hour after the show began.]]> Fri, 14 Feb 2014 14:30:00 +0400 http://sicksystems.ru/post/58/

Monsa, Barcelona included some of my commercial works for Nike and a small UK clothing brand in their book Brands & Illustrators. The book features commissions by illustrators from all over the world made for different brands. The cool thing is that you can see my working process in a step-by-step manner from a sketch to a vector illustration to the final product. ]]> Wed, 22 Jan 2014 13:07:00 +0400 http://sicksystems.ru/post/57/

I was honored to participate in a group show called Synthesis and Integration that was held from August 9 till September 6, 2013 in Moscow, Russia. The exhibition, which was part of the Faces & Laces Street Culture Show, featured works by both famous European and American artists, including Erosie, Mode 2, KR, and Stash, as well as local artists, including Alexey Luka and myself. I showcased a series of four plywood tile artworks, one of which was especially made for the show.]]> Tue, 24 Dec 2013 17:30:00 +0400 http://sicksystems.ru/post/54/

Honored to have my works featured in the book Great Idea: Petite Typeface published by Designerbooks, Hong Kong earlier this year. The book focuses on typography and original ways of working with letters. You will find alphabets, logos, words and phrases made out of wood, paper, cardboard, polystyrene, plasticine, fabric, yarn, and even dough! Artists from around the world make letters look fresh and cool on stationary, posters, t-shirt designs, murals, sculptures, cookies, and many more. Big ups to the Designerbooks team!]]> Mon, 16 Sep 2013 10:00:00 +0400 http://sicksystems.ru/post/56/

A Russian magazine called Ked (Russian for 'a sneaker') has put sneakers with my graphics on the cover of their special August issue #16. The issue is dedicated to the Reebok City Classics collection, and features interviews with its curator Stash, art director Swizz Beatz, and myself, as well as profiles of all the artists who participated in the project. Big ups to Stash, Reebok, and Dmitri Egorov from Ked! ]]> Thu, 05 Sep 2013 10:00:00 +0400 http://sicksystems.ru/post/55/

The Russian edition of the Australian magazine Sneaker Freaker has featured my illustration for the Reebok City Classics project along with the shoe with my graphics on the cover of their issue #10. The article about the City Classics collection showcases all of the twelve sneaker designs made by the invited artists, as well as two designs made by Stash, the curator of the project. Thanks to Stash, Reebok, and Sneaker Freaker! By the way, the City Classics shoes are already available in many shops across the globe.]]> Thu, 05 Sep 2013 09:00:00 +0400 http://sicksystems.ru/post/53/

I had some of my works featured in Vector Illustration, a book published by Monsa, Barcelona this year. It showcases vector works by both famous and up-and-coming artists with a background in graphic design, animation, advertising etc. Big ups to Marc Giménez!]]> Tue, 20 Aug 2013 12:30:00 +0400 http://sicksystems.ru/post/52/

Honored to have my plywood multilayer artworks, including the most recent ones, featured in a special edition of a Brazilian magazine Zupi. The issue also includes profiles of a Swedish artist Michael Johansson, Jen Stark from the US, and other artists.]]> Mon, 03 Jun 2013 10:00:00 +0400 http://sicksystems.ru/post/51/

After one failed attempt to get the book I've finally laid my hands on it. Don't rely on the Russian post service, ever! I'm honored to have my work featured along with works by Bates, Loomit, Shok1, Suiko, and other writers. Big ups to Rob Whitelock! The selection of my works from 2007-2011 is pretty cool. It includes wall pieces, a canvas, polystyrene and plywood artworks, as well as some digital illustrations.]]> Tue, 12 Feb 2013 15:00:00 +0400 http://sicksystems.ru/post/50/

The Wolf sculpture, I made last year for Nike's new store in Moscow, was featured in Choi's Gallery Magazine, China. This 220-page issue showcases packaging, identity, posters, promotional materials and the like from 200 graphic designers from all over the world. I'd like to share some spreads from the mag with you.]]> Tue, 31 Jul 2012 12:00:00 +0400 http://sicksystems.ru/post/49/

Over the last few years I've travelled to Montenegro, Ukraine, Germany, Israel, Italy, and Spain where I've seen some amazing places and sceneries. In this post I'd like to share some inspiring images I've brought from these journeys, as well as a few shots made in my home city of Moscow.]]> Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:27:00 +0400 http://sicksystems.ru/post/48/

Bike Art, a new book published by Publikat, contains different types of artwork from around the world inspired by bicycles. I'd like to share with you a spread with my illustration, as well as some works done by other artists that I really liked. Big ups to Kiriakos Iosifidis! ]]> Thu, 29 Dec 2011 10:00:00 +0400 http://sicksystems.ru/post/47/

A book called Vectorism, published by Victionary Ltd., Hong Kong, focuses on today's graphic art showcasing works by 50 talented artists and studios from around the globe, including Craig & Karl, Rinzen, Emil Kozak, ilovedust, and many others. Honoured to be featured in this book. Big ups to the Victionary team! ]]> Thu, 24 Nov 2011 14:00:00 +0400 http://sicksystems.ru/post/46/

This autumn Princeton Architectural Press, New York has published the new book by Steven Heller, the world’s leading graphic design historian, and Lita Talarico called Typography Sketchbooks. It's been also published in Europe by Thames and Hudson. Typography Sketchbooks compiles works by nearly 120 of the world's leading graphic designers, typographers, and leterers. ]]> Fri, 21 Oct 2011 14:30:00 +0400 http://sicksystems.ru/post/45/

Finally, I've got my hands on the summer issue of Computer Arts #191. It features my plywood artwork called Radiance: one of the series I created for the Faces and Laces Street Culture Show held in Moscow on 3-4 June 2011. ]]> Mon, 17 Oct 2011 11:00:00 +0400 http://sicksystems.ru/post/44/

In their September issue, the German design magazine Page dedicated a whole section to Russian digital artists and illustrators. There is a total of six profiles, and the first spread of the section features some of my works and a small interview. Check it out!]]> Wed, 28 Sep 2011 11:00:00 +0400 http://sicksystems.ru/post/42/

Last week, I made a big polystyrene sculpture for International Festival of Contemporary Music and Media Arts MIGZ 2011, Moscow. I worked on this 4 x 3.6m relief for three days, and today I'd like to share some pics and stop-motion animation showing the assembling process. Quadra Universe will stay at the Red October creative cluster after the festival is over. ]]> Fri, 23 Sep 2011 11:00:00 +0400