[caniray]

Info was posted on Instagram, release by 13 press again,

Wonder if it will be a repeat performance. 

[caniray]

[freezy]

Just saw this.
I really hope the release is more straightforward than last time. I also hope the price has not increased.

[yoyosh]

What was the price last time around?

[caniray]

The eastern realm print was like $800 on release? I think it was $800

I just thought it was fucked how not one person here got one on release,
Okay maybe we all are slow and have bad luck

But I've seen a few for sale that are matching numbers, or the person got both color ways!!

[dreadnatty]

They were pre-selling them as pairs the day before the release to 'VIPs'

[freezy]

This print is going to be released in person only. Or at least that is what they are stating at this point. I also imagine that they will only let you purchase one. If anyone wants to bring a friend and pick one up for me... Let me know. I will make it worth your time. Send me a message if you are in LA. I could hook you up with a NYC release, or I have a ton of stuff to trade...for some help. (Obviously I will pay for the print too)

Good luck to all.

[soam24]

May 1, 2014 3:35:10 GMT 1 caniray said:

The eastern realm print was like $800 on release? I think it was $800

I just thought it was f**ked how not one person here got one on release,
Okay maybe we all are slow and have bad luck

But I've seen a few for sale that are matching numbers, or the person got both color ways!!

I got through last time.

[brownbuffalo13]

Eastern Realm was $600 from source.

some more photos





The print colors are an ode to the Salvadorian flag. I think these prints were to be released in El Salvador and in person only as well but i assume that fell through and probably why the print will only be sold in person in Los Angeles. I think these are also smaller than the Eastern Realm prints. According to Instagram it will be sold at some point next week. Having Salvadorian orgins myself this print is a must for me to give to my parents.

[soam24]

Retna was supposed to do an exhibit in el salvador over a month ago. due to health issues he backed out. Instead donating money of the print to MARTE.

[shechtmr]

I actually like the hand finished version of this print a lot, but after Retna's response to the debacle that was his last print release, I have no interest in giving my money to him or 13 press.

[Dungle]

Never again will I try and buy a Retna from these scheisters

[WOOF]

May 1, 2014 17:38:53 GMT 1 Dungle said:

Never again will I try and buy a Retna from these scheisters

Want this, but I think I'm in the same boat...

[sin]

Yeah, in the same boat. Hope that cunt crashes and burns and is left wondering what went wrong.
Fuck him, fuck them. When you start to think you are bigger than the art, you lost it.

[Jeezuz Jones Snr]

really not keen on this one, prefer the more metallic type efforts..

[brownbuffalo13]

"El Salvador" by RETNA WILL BE RELEASED 5/10/14 at 1:30pm in person at PLAZA DE LA RAZA 3540 N. Mission Road Los Angeles CA 90031
ONE PER PERSON
EDITION OF 60
2 color serigraph on Coventry rag 290gsm
$1,200 CASH ONLY

[alittle]

meh

[Dr Plip]

I'm not entirely familiar with Retna's work, but do they translate to anything? Is there a message on each piece? Or are they made up squiggles and shapes? Please forgive my ignorance.

[alittle]

His pieces supposedly say something, but only he knows what it says.

[Dr Plip]

May 8, 2014 9:08:20 GMT 1 alittle said:

His pieces supposedly say something, but only he knows what it says.

Ah, ok ta.

[dazarino]

would love one of these don't care what anyone says, really want one but in the uk

[overend]

May 8, 2014 9:12:34 GMT 1 dazarino said:

would love one of these don't care what anyone says, really want one but in the uk

Sadly in the same boat. Good luck for those going for one of these. Looks good.

[breezem]

May 1, 2014 16:14:06 GMT 1 brownbuffalo13 said:

Eastern Realm was $600 from source.

some more photos





The print colors are an ode to the Salvadorian flag. I think these prints were to be released in El Salvador and in person only as well but i assume that fell through and probably why the print will only be sold in person in Los Angeles. I think these are also smaller than the Eastern Realm prints. According to Instagram it will be sold at some point next week. Having Salvadorian orgins myself this print is a must for me to give to my parents.

$600 from the source?

[love]

I will never buy a Retna print again, this guy is a dick!

[poofer]

May 8, 2014 18:50:48 GMT 1 love said:

I will never buy a Retna print again, this guy is a dick!

Maybe I am not informed of the side story for why he is looked at so poorly... care to fill me in?

[BKBOI]

Is this stencil art? I really don't know if the Norwegians will like this or not.

[smishdown]

$1200 CASH ONLY.
Sounds like a muggers dream. A queue of people all with a shed load of cash on them

[shechtmr]

May 8, 2014 18:53:51 GMT 1 poofer said:

May 8, 2014 18:50:48 GMT 1 love said:

I will never buy a Retna print again, this guy is a dick!

Maybe I am not informed of the side story for why he is looked at so poorly... care to fill me in?

The method of his last release through 13 Press was changed at the last minute (supposed to be a cart system, and at drop time changed to an email the gallery and we will take it as a first come first served system)...most likely because all the prints were sold to family, friends and VIP before the actual drop time.  When people questioned the release and what had gone down on instagram, Retna got real hood and started calling people out (note foodrap is a great member on here as well as documented Retna collector and owner of a well respected sneaker company)...see image below:



Also...people who did email were offered "AP" sets of the $600 prints for $5,000.  The whole thing was really shady and poorly handled.  Left most people on here with a sour taste for the artist and the gallery.

[disdig1]

i got a set of his last prints from them and i am certainly not friends, family or VIP but the release was definitely not handled well.

[poofer]

Ummm....wow...


Question answered. That's not good business at all.