My favorite streetwear brand gets some love on The Hundreds as Joshy D and Mike Giant take over their old Los Angeles Head Quarters. Check out the full post here
Preserving the Art of Lettering
Mike Giant X VCJ
It was a union I will never forget. Two legendary artists that work in black and white ink finally meeting. Two of my favorite friends. I was lucky enough to have received a very nice visit from artist Mike Giant. I was able to hook him up with a factory tour at our skateboard manufacturing facility here in Santa Barbara thanks to my buddy Rob Washburn. I am so happy about this photo, words cannot express! Glad to unite two VERY talented artists!!!!
Presenting Mike Giant and Vernon Courtlandt Johnson AKA VCJ
Check out more photos from Mike's trip to Cali and the Skate One factory on the Rebel8 Blog
Always Inspired by Mike Giant
Part 1. Mike Giant, a full-time artist. - http://mikegiant.com/
Giant Thangs
Two weekends ago I went up to San Francisco and got a tattoo by an artist named Mike Giant. This is something I have contemplated four 4 years and it has now physically manifested itself onto my body. WHAT A TRIP. I feel blessed but also am experiencing different levels of anxiety that come with this new change, AND yes, I am a scaredy cat pussy! I tired to take as many as photos as I could during my session, but I eventually lost interest of trying to work my camera because I was so amused/distracted/anxious with the events from the day. Here are a couple of random shots that I took from my afternoon with Mike and my best friend Nicole <3
RIP MICHAEL "CAL" CALIGIURI :: LOVE YOU POPS!
RIP MICHAEL "CAL" CALIGIURI :: LOVE YOU POPS!
xoxoxo La Gata
Neighbors: Mike Giant
Mike Giant. For those of you who know me, you know how much I love this dude. After 4 years solid of being a dedicated fan and art geek over Giant... collecting his art books, reading blogs, and consuming R8, Mike continues to be my favorite artist, and I really don't see that changing any time soon. I am a loyal fan. He is unique and wise beyond others. In addition to being an amazing illustrator, I love his personality. He always inspires me.
Inspired by Joshy D:: Rebel 8
I first learned about Mike Giant and Rebel 8 from reading Juxtapoz Magazine. I saw Giant's cover and at that moment my life changed a little. I was overwhelming inspired by his Hispanic themed graphics and use of symbolism that I immediately started researching his work.. thus I discovered Rebel 8. After attending Magic Trade show in Las Vegas, it was fate that brought me together with these guys. I spotted them in the cafeteria eating by themselves and I immediately ran over and asked if I could sit with them. I was so happy that day because Joshy gave me a Mike Giant Sharpie and a small book of illustrations and quotes that Mike had done. It is still one of my prized possessions that I keep close. I can't explain the way I feel about Mike's art or Joshy's enthusiasm for Rebel 8, all I know is that it makes me feel incredibly happy and inspired. This video makes me feel that way too and makes me have hope for my own dreams. I am hoping to get my first and only tattoo from Mike this fall. Get at the brand, they are coming up.
New Steez for Mike Giant
Mike Giant's latest and greatest art endevour... Taking models and perfectly placing his illlistration right over their bodies. I absoletly love it. Can't wait to see the next theme... first was "Las Cholas de SF" this one revolved around Fixies... Hmmmm can't wait! Right On Mike. Check out the REBEL8 BLOG ALL DAY EVERDAY
Loving This Piece: Las Cholas De San Francisco
More Mike Giant Tattoos
My friend Ramon over at NHS sent me these today... randomly as I am already talking about MG tats today. WTF I am so jealous. Anyways hope you enjoy! BADASS
But on another note... this is coming in the mail for me from NHS YAY! I have been wanting this for the days now. It is an ashtray. Sweet, I know!
But on another note... this is coming in the mail for me from NHS YAY! I have been wanting this for the days now. It is an ashtray. Sweet, I know!
My New Favorite R8
Coup D'État By Mike Giant - Signed Edition
Just picked up this new book, and it's already sold out! Signed by Mike Giant himself.
Mike’s style in this book “COUP D’ÉTAT” shows a new side, combining his new artworks with his new passion – photography. The book is published in occasion of his exhibition at the Magda Danysz Gallery in Paris from April 25th to May 23rd 2009 together with his friend Dalek.
Kinda want these posters too... Flash art. Check more of Mike's posters for sale here
Mike’s style in this book “COUP D’ÉTAT” shows a new side, combining his new artworks with his new passion – photography. The book is published in occasion of his exhibition at the Magda Danysz Gallery in Paris from April 25th to May 23rd 2009 together with his friend Dalek.
Kinda want these posters too... Flash art. Check more of Mike's posters for sale here
SWINDLE Mag Featuring Mike Giant
As if I couldn't talk about Mike Giant anymore, I just read this article in SWINDLE Mag on my lunch break. I propose that you do the same here.
The article touches on Mike's inspiration and what has lead him to be where he is now. Not only does he draw for five hours a day, he really likes porn and having sex. Two things I did not know, that I now do. Ha! Maybe that is why he is so good at drawing hot beezies. It is not featured online, but in the magazine there is a page dedicated to a "day in the life" of Mike G. I thought it was pretty interesting. I encourage you to read this article, as he always inspires me, and hopefully inspires you as well.
Kid Cudi * Travis Barker * Rebel 8
Props to my hommie Joshy Dee at Rebel 8. Fresh, not only is this song the krypt, but Rebel 8 gets a shout. Brand is going to blow up. Ya Heard? I back Rebel 8 hard.Blaze It
Just another Mike Giant props. Fool is trying to legalize the greens, damn. Ok. Here is just a pic that should be shared. Mike Giant rallys people to blaze it in SF, and they all meet up and burn one down, and kick it. That sounds fun. Sometimes I think The Bay is where its at. SRSLY. Not just for blazing, but for art, which is really what I'm talking about.