[balibob]

The Hicks stuff looks great

[Hubble Bubble]

Logan posted on the Martin Whatson thread.

Have to say I see the similarities in some of the work. But rather than bitch about the similarities being 'rip offs' - maybe we could open this separate thread to let folk take a look at Logan's stuff.

Some of it is amazing. See what you think.

workhorsevisuals.com/new/?page_id=377

HB

[Shoot Again]

Good idea, then we don't have to feel bad about...liking them both ;-)

[Shoot Again]

Some very nice artworks here Logan (nice beard by the way), where is it available for sale ? Any upcoming Show in London anytime soon ?

[Shoot Again]

Here is Logan's answer (from a seperate Thread) : "Upcoming Show opening up in June (either the 7th or 8th)) at The Outsiders. Excited to return to the UK. Haven't been there since 2009 " ;-)

[mayhem]

Moved from original thread:
Just having a look through your work (Logan)on the link you posted.
Thank you for the enlightenment. I love this kind of work and what your doing with it.
Will keep an eye out for you now I am aware.
Great Logo too!

Read more: urbanartassociation.com/index.cgi?board=urbanart&action=display&thread=87750&page=12#ixzz1ky3IjMZe

[sal]

here are some lovely Logan's works I was lucky enough to see in person @ the Go Gallery in Amsterdam back in Sept:

[victorwilliams]

Personally I'm a big fan of Logan's work. He sits alongside the likes of banksy, obey and dface in my eyes, in being one of the first artist that really excited me then I first saw his work. I've got an orginal hanging in my place and I'm currently looking at his vastly underrated print 'sunset boulevard' at my Mums house. (is that the prints name)

[Agent Provocateur]

Logan's work is madness, when I first saw it 'round 07 I couldn't believe someone could paint with so much texture and detail through stencils! The thing that does it for me now is that once I got over the technique, they stand alone as paintings in their own right, totally forgetting how they were painted.

Am definitely looking forward to his new show at the Outsiders.

[pezlow]

No-one does the photo-realist stencil better but in addition to the technique Logan's pieces have soul. A legend.

[dlton]

Used to love it, but its all done by computer now isn't it?

[Deleted]

What ap and pezlow say!

Last friday I walked through an alley in boston (not sure about the nAme, is parallel to boylston, near copley station to exeter), which was a perfect copy of his work. Whenever i'm in that area again i'll take a picture to make a real point In Search of lame story

[sakyamuni]

a new show in june, great news Love your work !

[ABC]

Logan's work is amazing, just have a look on youtube and you will see what it takes to create his stencils. I came accross his work in 06 as did a few other members (on the other forum) I think the deserved hype created then got a few galleries involced. My father-in-law even has two OGs on his wall.

[Agent Provocateur]

Jan 30, 2012 20:10:09 GMT 1 @dlton said:

Used to love it, but its all done by computer now isn't it?

I know what you're saying dlton, and to be honest it's what I thought about a few photo realistic stencilists before finding out about their technique. Some obviously use that filter in photoshop that breaks a photo down into distinct gradients, but most I've seen actually do it by hand! Indigo is a great example, her work is pretty similar (with the fine gradients) and she hand traces each layer onto tracing paper/acetate by eye! Personally I think it takes amazing patience and skill to create just one canvas on Logan's scale whilst still keeping in mind it's an emotional work of art not just a means to an end.

[johnnyh]

Hubble great move mate. Def extra respect point from me to you. Really good work love what he is doing very well put together

[Hubble Bubble]

Johnny
one respect from you is worth 500 from anyone else

cheers mate

[Karl Read]

Logan, iv known of your work for quite a long time. Always admired it. I was wondering, iv always thought you cut your stencils by hand, someone said to me recently that he thought they were laser cut. Can you shed any light? Keep up the good work and good luck with the show at Outsiders.

[jfury]

Jan 30, 2012 21:16:58 GMT 1 Karl Read said:

Logan, iv known of your work for quite a long time. Always admired it. I was wondering, iv always thought you cut your stencils by hand, someone said to me recently that he thought they were laser cut. Can you shed any light? Keep up the good work and good luck with the show at Outsiders.

Lasercut

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Jan 30, 2012 21:16:58 GMT 1 Karl Read said:

Logan, iv known of your work for quite a long time. Always admired it. I was wondering, iv always thought you cut your stencils by hand, someone said to me recently that he thought they were laser cut. Can you shed any light? Keep up the good work and good luck with the show at Outsiders.

All Logan's stencils were photographed by him and then hand cut until around 2007/8 when he developed serious carpal tunnel syndrome making it impossible to continue in the same style. He focussed on photography for a while and sought ways to develop his style without the need for 12 hour days of hand cutting. He discovered the laser cutter and has since utilized it in his new work, using it as just one of many tools in his trade. Considering he pretty much invented the multi layered photorealist stencil and produced images using this technique for years, I guess he also didn't feel the need to continue. I think the Carpel Tunnel issue was a blessing in disguise because his style has developed enormously since then.

In short, he's a legendary stencil and street artist with the respect of all his peers, he's an ambassador for the scene and is an absolutely authentic voice in urban art throughout the world.

Respect

[Karl Read]

Jan 30, 2012 21:52:14 GMT 1 @martedanielsen said:

Jan 30, 2012 21:16:58 GMT 1 Karl Read said:

Logan, iv known of your work for quite a long time. Always admired it. I was wondering, iv always thought you cut your stencils by hand, someone said to me recently that he thought they were laser cut. Can you shed any light? Keep up the good work and good luck with the show at Outsiders.

All Logan's stencils were photographed by him and then hand cut until around 2007/8 when he developed serious carpal tunnel syndrome making it impossible to continue in the same style. He focussed on photography for a while and sought ways to develop his style without the need for 12 hour days of hand cutting. He discovered the laser cutter and has since utilized it in his new work, using it as just one of many tools in his trade. Considering he pretty much invented the multi layered photorealist stencil and produced images using this technique for years, I guess he also didn't feel the need to continue. I think the Carpel Tunnel issue was a blessing in disguise because his style has developed enormously since then.

In short, he's a legendary stencil and street artist with the respect of all his peers, he's an ambassador for the scene and is an absolutely authentic voice in urban art throughout the world.

Respect

Thanks for the info. The laser doesnt put me off the work at all. Its cool to know he used to do them all hand cut though.

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Jan 30, 2012 22:02:43 GMT 1 Karl Read said:

Jan 30, 2012 21:52:14 GMT 1 @martedanielsen said:

All Logan's stencils were photographed by him and then hand cut until around 2007/8 when he developed serious carpal tunnel syndrome making it impossible to continue in the same style. He focussed on photography for a while and sought ways to develop his style without the need for 12 hour days of hand cutting. He discovered the laser cutter and has since utilized it in his new work, using it as just one of many tools in his trade. Considering he pretty much invented the multi layered photorealist stencil and produced images using this technique for years, I guess he also didn't feel the need to continue. I think the Carpel Tunnel issue was a blessing in disguise because his style has developed enormously since then.

In short, he's a legendary stencil and street artist with the respect of all his peers, he's an ambassador for the scene and is an absolutely authentic voice in urban art throughout the world.

Respect

Thanks for the info. The laser doesnt put me off the work at all. Its cool to know he used to do them all hand cut though.

There's a few really good interviews around explaining Karl, i'll try and dig em out.

In the meantime.. there's a rare 9 part talk he did for Nuart up on our youtube channel as well as a couple of other timelapses. www.youtube.com/nuart07

[RYCA]

laser cutting is embracing modern technology, some may see it as a cheat but i feel that if you can use it to your advantage then what counts, with all art is the end result. Logan certainly has a great end product - i'm not fussed if he doesn't use 50 scalpel blades on each piece.

[Jeezuz Jones Snr]

Yeah the laser thing put me off also to some extent... but agree he's produced some great work over the years. I own 'Locust Plague', got it floated in a lovely frame - Although the wife hates it and says it has to go

Boxi's work impresses me , amazing detail - more life like than Banksy. All his work hand cut??

[Karl Read]

Jan 30, 2012 22:14:21 GMT 1 @martedanielsen said:

Jan 30, 2012 22:02:43 GMT 1 Karl Read said:

Thanks for the info. The laser doesnt put me off the work at all. Its cool to know he used to do them all hand cut though.

There's a few really good interviews around explaining Karl, i'll try and dig em out.

In the meantime.. there's a rare 9 part talk he did for Nuart up on our youtube channel as well as a couple of other timelapses. www.youtube.com/nuart07

Thanks, il check that out.

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Jan 30, 2012 22:19:35 GMT 1 RYCA said:

laser cutting is embracing modern technology, some may see it as a cheat but i feel that if you can use it to your advantage then what counts, with all art is the end result. Logan certainly has a great end product - i'm not fussed if he doesn't use 50 scalpel blades on each piece.

For me the art is the original photograph, the laser cut stencil not so much, but it's dependent on the image I'd say and effect from creating as a stencil. If I'm honest I struggle with saying that it has soul, but that's just my own opinion at the end of the day. Logan from reading his words certainly has passion and I respect that.

[mayhem]

I have been having a good look at past work and am very impressed with what I have seen. Not sure how I have missed it either.
I see nothing wrong with using a laser to cut them, or with moving forward with technology and using it to its advantages.
The Art work is normally created before it hits the canvas.
What method and media is used in its execution is down to the Artist. It is our choice if we like it.
It is a shame, some people think that using Photoshop or digital editing software is an easy way to make Art. Well it's easy to use a pencil and paper, doesn't mean its easy to draw.

[Damien]

really like the baltimore alley piece, logan hicks is great produces alot too

[georgec7]

Here's one of my originals from Mr Hicks - classic stuff!

[georgec7]

...and another!