#gaurab thakali

[tommyhrst]

https://www.itsnicethat.com/articles/gaurab-thakali-illustration-060122

This artist, creates striking illustrations combining his music themed illustrations with nature, two of his biggest passions, this is a really interesting piece of contemporary research as he is merging two aspects together, when interviewing my friend Lewis, he said he enjoyed mixing music to bring the social environment up a level, maybe I could incorporate this Aswell as him and the music with my illustrations.

[theblackestofsuns]

Gaurab Thakali’s illustration for Anthony Lane’s review of Hotel Mumbai in this week’s New Yorker magazine.

[hypezdaytoz]

Gaurab Thakali

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[diivdeep]

https://www.instagram.com/p/B59-VPkBO6l/?igshid=156saluz7ayki

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Bozar SAISON JAZZ ’18 — ’19 ! © Gaurab Thakali

[liisachisholm]

My work sitting to the right of Gaurab Thakali’s at 426㎡: The Southbank Show (April 2018)

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Gaurab Thakali – illustration for Audio Network poster

[nevver]

Where you at? Gaurab Thakali

[oko176]

426m2   The Southbank Show  in Stolenspace Gallery, London, 2018.

CURATED BY AND IN SUPPORT OF LONG LIVE SOUTHBANK

ABOUT EXHIBITION Long Live Southbank are delighted to bring you ‘426㎡’, a group show featuring the creative talents from skateboarding and beyond. ‘426㎡’ will dissect and explore the ever present relationship between skateboarding and art, giving us an intimate look at it’s DIY nature.

There is little wonder why so many skateboarders make art. Both outlets serve similar purposes, they offer the access to freedom of expression and can both be solitary activities; the onus is on you to create, nobody else. ‘426㎡’ is a reflection of the community itself. The work conveys a diverse understanding of what it means to make art and how we as skateboarders don’t limit ourselves to any medium or subject matter. From Arran Gregory’s abstract use of geometry to Jon Horner’s playful characters, the art of skateboarding is as multifaceted as the culture that inspires it. ‘426㎡’ will display this diversity of creation in a two week exhibition, showcasing some of the most well respected artists and illustrators from skateboarding and beyond.

Questions people often ask skateboarders are ‘When did you start skating?’ or ‘Have you ever broken any bones?’. Skateboarders will remember these specific moments because they are important milestones . Another frequent question is ‘What was your first skateboard?’- Memories immediately flood back to your younger self, glaring at hundreds of skateboard decks with different sizes, different artwork; endless choices. It is at this point you have to decide the chosen one, objectively looking at the art on show, syphoning through each deck or ‘artwork’, until one captures your imagination. Of course other factors do come in to play, the riders on the team or have they just released a great video? However, none of that matters if the artwork isn’t up to scratch. From the beginning it is clear that art plays a pivotal role in the identity of skateboarders and it is no surprise that it has resulted in a diverse creative community. Featured artist Arran Gregory states; ‘I feel it’s the ethos behind street skateboarding which carries with it the constant need to re appropriate what’s before you and apply your own vision- that’s like a catalyst for the creative mind.’

Southbank has been the beating heart of the London skate scene since 1973 and exists as the oldest continually skated spot in the world, frequented by people from across the UK and around the globe. It is a unique space where seasoned pros rub shoulders with local skate rats; a place where creative talent can be nurtured and allowed to thrive.

The title ‘426㎡’ takes its name from lost sections of Southbank long since hidden away from its skateboarding roots. Long Live Southbank has created a unique opportunity to breath new life into this hallowed ground; all 426㎡ of it. Artists from across the world who express themselves through different mediums and who all have a relationship with skateboarding, particularly Southbank, have contributed works to help raise the funds needed to open up historic sections of Southbank once again.

All proceeds from ‘426㎡’ will go straight to the fundraising pot and ensure Southbank continues to inspire future generations of creative individuals.

Contributing artists; Andrew Pommier, Arran Gregory, Artista, Ben Gore, Blondey McCoy, Chet Childress, D*Face, Darren John, Domas Glatkauskas, Ed Templeton, Eloise Dorr, Fos, Ged Wells, Glen Fox, Goldie, Gregory Conroy, Gaurab Thakali, Haroshi, Jack Pearce, James Jarvis, Jeremy Jones, Jon Horner, Liisa Chisholm, Lucas Beaufort, Luka Pinto, Mark Gonzales, Matthew Bromley, Nick Jensen, Oko, Pontus Alv, Rainyrainforest, Shepard Fairey, Will Sweeney, Zin V.

[theblackestofsuns]

Gaurab Thakali’s illiustration for Hua Hsu’s Pop Music piece in this week’s New Yorker magazine. 

[newheights88]

5 Artists You Need To Know.

1. Jamian Juliano-Villani

2. Ebecho Muslimova

3. Shane Dowling

4. Gaurab Thakali

5. Jonny Negron

[thisisnthappiness]

Where you at? Gaurab Thakali

[diivdeep]

https://www.instagram.com/p/B94Ew4ABlBv/?igshid=yfm53gluj07m

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gaurab thakali - The Art of Pingpong (for BBC Children in need charity auction)