My "Star Wars Toy Case" original drawings have been added to La Luz De Jesus Gallery's IN THE HALLWAY ongoing exhibition. I'm so honored to be on display now at one of LA's premiere art spaces. Go check it out online HERE.
Zelda extended through 4/3 at Hero Complex Gallery!
My print "Dark Link" is still available HERE
Laluzapalooza XXX (30th annual group art show) Opening Event (Friday 3/4)
I will have four pieces in this show, I will be in attendance for the show on Friday. Come out and get wild! Here is the info about the show below:
LALUZAPALOOZA 2016
OUR 30TH ANNUAL GROUP SHOW
March 4 – 27, 2016
Opening Reception: Friday, March 4th, 8-11 PM
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La Luz De Jesus Gallery proudly presents our annual juried group exhibition, LALUZAPALOOZA. This gigantic, no-theme show features works from some of the freshest and most relevant artists working today. Last year we sorted through 16,000 submissions from commercial illustrators, graphic designers, tattooists, scenics, students, street taggers, animators and working gallery artists. How many will we see this year? Past shows have featured as many as 330 pieces and as few as 100, makingthis the most exclusive selection of tastefully, jam-packed, salon-style exhibited works in Post-Pop. There will be some familiar names from our ever-growing roster of feature artists, but an overwhelming percentage of the work this year will come from a brand new batch of previously undiscovered, emerging talent. Will you be a patron of the next great generation?
The opening night gala will feature libations and other surprises.
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THE HISTORY ///
Previously our annual group show was called “Everything but the Kitschen Sync,” but it began life in October 1986 as the “Día de los Muertos” show which was entirely focused on the folk art, sculptures and imagery of Mexico’s “Day of the Dead” celebration. By 1995, gallery owner and curator Billy Shire felt the show had run its course and presented other themed group exhibitions such as the 1996 “21st Century Tiki Show.” In 1998 Shire decided to present a non-themed show dedicated to illustrative and narrative artwork. As many local artists work in commercial graphic art fields such as illustration, cartooning, animation, etc., the show was named “Uncommercial Art by Commercial Artists.” In 2004, Shire changed the show title to the more encompassing and less-cumbersome “Everything But the Kitschen Synch.” Several spelling and name variations later, here we are…
“Everyone looks at this show for new and interesting artists” states Shire – “and indeed, not only does La Luz de Jesus pick artists from the group show for smaller group and solo shows down the line–numerous curators and owners of other galleries also keep their eyes on the yearly show for potential artists to add to their rosters.”
“This is the one show annually that most patrons look forward to seeing, as it’s a chance to discover new artists in the venue that has launched so many careers,” notes gallery director Matt Kennedy. “Every year we manage to discover a new conglomeration of fresh talent, and among them a class of breakout successes. That’s really a credit to the accessible talent pool. The quality and availability of instruction (both in schools and through independent study) coupled with the the culture that this city attracts, fosters a welcoming environment for people with the ability to create –often in reaction to their individual situations.”
Join La Luz de Jesus Gallery as we continue to support the latest and most original efforts from the world’s alternative art scene.
Contact the gallery director for availability and purchase info: (323) 666-7667
The Legend Of Zelda 30th Anniversary Art Celebration X HCG (Friday 2/26)
I'm honored to have a piece in Friday's (2/26) 30th Anniversary Art Celebration Curated by Jason Liwag and Hero Complex Gallery. I will be in attendance for the Opening event starting at 7pm, PST. Check out the details below:
OPENING FRIDAY:
THE LEGEND OF ZELDA 30TH ANNIVERSARY ART CELEBRATION!
Artwork preview by Nathan Anderson!
WHEN: Friday, February 26th, 7-10pm
WHERE: Hero Complex Gallery, 2020 South Robertson Blvd., Studio D, Los Angeles, CA 90034
FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE:https://www.facebook.com/events/1723959531180765/
"Vape Ape" Stickers now available in the STORE
"Vape Ape" sticker sets available now on my ETSY STORE. You get three, 3" inch circle stickers of this handsome vaping ape for only $4.00! Check them out and get some as gifts HERE
Inspired by Tim Burton's Planet Of The Apes and special effects make up artist Rick Baker.
David Bowie, I will miss you...
The complete "Alter Egos" series on display at La Luz De Jesus Gallery. Dec 2015.
La Luz De Jesus Gallery's Holiday Pop Show and Wishlist 3.5 at Gabba Gallery Thru Jan 3rd.
Happy December all, It does seem like life is moving in fast forward. I'm trying to slow it all down and let the spirit of the holidays in before it's all over. I hope you all are fairing well too during this crazy time. I'm currently featured in two Los Angeles galleries at the moment: La Luz De Jesus Gallery's Holiday Pop Up Show x Boombox Creators is wicked cool, plus you can buy the art right off the wall. I have a mini NAARRT museum there, I created eight pieces for that show! The Gabba Gallery has two originals by me on the walls, in their popular cash and carry show Wishlist 3.5. Both of the shows run through the early new year. Happy Holidays!
Follow this link to purchase originals from LA LUZ DE JESUS GALLERY
Follow this link to purchase originals from THE GABBA GALLERY
"Dusty, Lucky, Ned" Color Pencil on Paper. Created for The Gabba Gallery's Wishlist 3.5.
Holiday Pop Up Show at La Luz De Jesus Gallery (12/4/2015)
Hey Guys, I've been busy this month! I'm so excited to share my next group exhibition with you. It will be held at La Luz De Jesus Gallery (Inside Wacko) in Los Angeles, Ca. The gallery has hand chosen a number of artists to contribute to this annual Holiday Cash and Carry show. I'm so pleased to be a part of this, I was so inspired that I created Eight very special pieces for this show. They will be available for a special low price at the Opening Reception! It all begins Friday at 8pm. See you there!
Main Event listing page via: LA LUZ DE JESUS GALLERY
RSVP HERE VIA: THE FACBOOK EVENT PAGE
and a write up on the show with info here via: REVERBERATIONS MEDIA
Wishlist 3.0 at The Gabba Gallery - Opens November 14th.
I wanted to give a little more info about an upcoming show i'm in November. Wishlist 3.0 at The Gabba Gallery in Los Angeles, California will have an opening reception on November 14th (and will run until December 20th). It will be a cash and carry show, which means that if you purchase any of the artwork in the show, you can take it home with you right then! Here is a TEASE of one of my two original pieces that will be available to own. I think I know what is on your Holiday Wishlist!
FACEBOOK RSVP HERE
Rick Baker x HCG in Oct and The Gabba Gallery's Wish List in Nov!
I will have two amazing art shows coming up, First on Oct 24th (A Saturday event! 5pm) Hero Complex Gallery will be holding The Monster Maker With Rick Baker, an art tribute show dedicated to the Special Effects master himself. He will be on hand at the show as well, with original props and treasures. This will be amazing because he is truly one of the artists that made me want to get into this game. RSVP HERE: https://www.facebook.com/events/626566304112727/
And coming up in Nov (Opening Night Nov 14th) The Gabba Gallery will host their most popular show Wish List, a unique cash and carry show, that will allow the buyer to take home their purchases that night. So cool. Here is the ad and artists list:
Check out The Gabba Gallery in Los Angeles, California.
HCG X AMERICAN HORROR STORY 10/2 OPENING NIGHT
I will have an OG and Official licensed prints for this tribute to American Horror Story's first four seasons at HCG! If you are a fan of the show and inspired art, come to the opening night event on FRIDAY 10/2 at Hero Complex Gallery in Los Angeles. I will be in attendance. Thanks all!
Northbound Web Series Screening and Two Poster Drops!
So it's been busy, Besides working on my average load of commissioned work I've created two teaser posters for the Web Series I Co-Created called Northbound. We debuted the finished Season One premiere screening at the Braumart Theatre in our hometown of Iron Mountain, Michigan. Here is a picture of the SOLD OUT event:
Northbound It is a Post Apocalyptic Science Fiction series released by GEEK NATION and produced by LULLSKULL LTD
I created two teaser posters for Northbound Season Two:
And one for the upcoming Northstar Feature Film:
Continued coverage and info can be found here:
www.lullskull-northstar.com
www.facebook.com/northstarfilm
www.geeknation.com/shows/northbound
The Log Lady Sold and 3rd Annual The Coaster Show Preview!
"My Log Has Something To Tell You" my original drawing has SOLD as part of The Gabba Gallery 's Wood Metal Screw 2. This amazing collection of artwork is still on display through August 22nd. Be sure to check out the original piece on display there!
"My Log Has Something To Tell You" (Detail) Sold. 2015.
Also, Opening Sept 4th is The 3rd Annual Coaster Show put on by La Luz De Jesus Gallery It promises to be another thrilling collection of coaster art by some of LA's finest. I chose to do a tribute series with my four submissions. I will be revealing them all as the show gets closer. Enjoy!
"Tribute: River Phoenix" by Nathan Anderson (NAARRT)
Wood, Metal, Screw 2 Opening Reception August 22nd in LA!
"My Log Has Something To Tell You" my Twin Peaks inspired piece for Saturday's Wood, Metal, Screw 2 opening reception at @thegabbagallery This show banishes traditional canvas and explores different ways to create and exhibit work. This will be an original color pencil piece, 11" x 14" mounted on wood. Thanks to Jason Ostro and Phil Santos at Gabba Gallery for inviting me to this killer show.
"My Log Has Something To Tell You" by Nathan Anderson (NAARRT)
View more at The Gabba Gallery's WEBSITE
Crop detail of "My Log Has Something To Tell You" by Nathan Anderson (NAARRT)
Mattel: An Art Tribute to 70 Years Of Toys - Opening Reception Recap!
Mattel: An Art Tribute To 70 Years Of Toys opened Friday Aug 14th at Gallery1988 West in LA. It was a very nostalgic presentation of official artwork curated by the super talented artist Dave Perillo . I feel honored to be among the selected artists chosen for this show. My submission "Clawtron" , a Fisher Price Adventure People inspired piece, proved to have many fans! I had no idea where he would fall on people's memory spectrum. For me, He will forever be connected to the Star Wars franchise. I had him in my toy box along with all my other reject cantina aliens. Clawtron was even cool enough to rub shoulders with Darth Vader on some adventure occasions (all my doing, mind you). So anyways I wanted to share some pictures from the night. Enjoy! -Nathan
Nathan Anderson (L) and Dave Perillo (R)
Rich Pellegrino (Top Left), Jason Edmiston (Top Right) Vintage toys provided by Mattel (Bottom)
"Clawtron" by Nathan Anderson (NAARRT)
Nathan Anderson (L), Clawtron (middle), Truck Torrance/100%soft (R)
Slash Film Coverage of Mattel Art Tribute Show
Toys Rule! Check out the article (and my featured preview spot!) about Gallery 1988 and Mattel's upcoming Mattel: A Tribute To 70 Years Of Toys. Check out the full article at SLASH FILM. The show opens Friday, August 14th, Opening Reception Friday 7 - 10pm. Gallery 1988 (West).
Gallery 1988 (West) Mattel Art Tribute Show
I'm so happy to announce that I will have a piece in Gallery 1988 (West) upcoming MATTEL art tribute! (Opening Aug 14th thru Sept 5th) This amazing show is curated by Dave Perillo and features a ton of amazing talent aiming their mighty guns at some beloved properties. I will there in person to party with new and old friends. Mark the night of the Opening Reception: Friday, August 14th, from 7 to 10pm. The show will run until September 5th. Hope to see all you Toy and Art lovers! This will surely be a night of nostalgia and happiness. -N
"Wood, Metal, Screw 2" Opening at The Gabba Gallery
Hey all, Excited to announce that I will have a piece in the new Gabba Gallery group show "Wood, Metal, Screw 2" Opening Reception Aug. 22nd 7pm - 11pm. Los Angeles, Ca. The only hint I can give you about my piece is to say, that gum you like is going to come back into style. Work in progress shots will be revealed soon.
TEASE 2 of upcoming work
Here is another art tease of something I've created for La Luz De Jesus Gallery's Coaster Show. Look out for more previews and posts soon. Thanks guys!
TEASE of upcoming work
TEASER of just one of the many art pieces I have coming up. Look out for some art show invites coming at ya very soon, I've been slaving away.