Takashi Murakami - new exhibit in Paris

I'm a huge fan of Takashi Murakami's artwork, I have been following his career since 1998. His artwork, the colors he uses, images and objects he creates are truly inspiring, to me. Anytime I feel uninspired, bored or blocked - I like to stare at his artwork, (which I have reproductions at my office & home) they always seems to spring a flood of ideas for me.
He's been in the media quite a bit over the years. Most recently he worked with Louis Vuitton as well as doing video and artwork for Kayne West's Graduation album. He has a new exhibit with some new pieces in Paris, at the Galerie Emmanuel Perrotin. Above are some of his new images and if you want to see more click here, Galerie Emmanuel Perrotin. I wish I could go to Paris to view his new artwork.

GIANT Hello Kitty in NYC

Walking down Park avenue today I came across these GIANT Hello Kitty statues. Pretty cool to see up close. If you're in the neighborhood check them out - The statues come from artist Tom Sachs. They are outside of the Lever House at 390 Park Avenue at 53rd, NYC. Found out they are only there till September 6th.