The powerful connection between human and beast is depicted by Baseman in these images originally made in conjunction with The Purr Room, a sound bath featuring Blackie the Cat’s meditative triple purr. Like the experiential installation shown in Los Angeles and London, the drawings encourage relaxation and calm, imbued with…
Only for a limited time, don’t miss this special book sale of Gary Baseman’s titles. Each book is autographed by the artist, with some specially priced. Head to our webstore here and get your favorite title or two or three!
We are happy to share the news that Gary Baseman is taking part in Los Angeles Contemporary Exhibitions/LACE Annual Benefit Art Auction on May 29, 2019, at Vibiana with a special reception by Redbird & Vibiana Chef/Owner Neal Fraser. Click here to bid online to acquire your own original drawing…
Multifaceted American artist Moby shared with VICE news what he describes as his “anodyne” vices, including his taste in art. Surrounded by Gary Baseman’s characters, including Toby, Hump-Qee, and ChouChou, and a painting by Mark Ryden, Moby has collected art as “a way to leave, banal shitty at times malignant…
It’s showtime! Today is the Public Opening of Imaginary Friends at the Tauranga Art Gallery in New Zealand. For this exhibition, Gary Baseman has created and recreated many installations of his art and characters for everyone to experience. On Saturday, March 30 at 1:30p Baseman will give an artist talk followed…
Imaginary Friends opens March 30 at Tauranga Art Gallery in New Zealand. Featuring a collection of dynamic characters that represent aspects of the human condition, these imaginary friends manifest themselves in multiple ways, encouraging viewers to engage personally and experientially, connecting the character’s stories with their own. Artist talks and workshops…
Thank you to everyone who came out to support and experience the POWER OF PURR at The Other Art Fair (TOAF) in London. The Purr Room is a meditative sound bath art installation experiencing Blackie the Cat’s Triple Purr. Gary Baseman hopes to continue to travel the Purr Room, bringing…
Self-Portrait as Blackie set of 3 prints has SOLD OUT! Baseman portrays himself as his companion Blackie the Cat in this sweet and special drawing series made in 2018. A limited amount of all three images from the original print edition of 100, each measuring 5 x 7 inches, was…
Gary Baseman shares the “power of purr” in his immersive installation The Purr Room at The Other Art Fair (TOAF) in London, March 14–17, 2019. Limited edition prints “The Power of Purr” and “The Sanctum of Purr,” plus original drawings and paintings, will be available for sale. As the Guest…
