Tag Archives: Photography
7.5.2010
Eye Love You
Armed with a vision and a camera, photojournalist Ed Van De Elsken set out to capture the world around him. Photographing the people and places that he encountered along the way, Ed amassed a vast collection of photographs depicting life from around the world. Filled with colorful images and lasting expressions, Eye Love You is an honest portrayal of humanity and culture.
$500, phone orders available. Call the shop at (323) 651-0131.
6.28.2010
Vietnam Inc.
While many were armed with guns, knives, and grenades, photojournalist, Phillip Jones Griffiths was armed with a camera. Capturing the essence of the war, Griffiths found that the ideals and worldview of the U.S and Vietnam could be aptly observed within the context of the war. Not for the faint hearted, Griffiths pictures honestly portray the realities of Vietnam, and relate the experiences of the people involved.
$130, phone orders available. Call the shop at (323) 651-0131.
6.14.2010
NY Rocker
Known as one of the most influential and widely read American publications of its kind, the NY Rocker has cemented its place within the history of American pop culture. Founded by Alan Betrock and published by Andy Schwartz, NY Rocker rose to national fame as one of the preeminent punk/new wave publication of its time.
$30, phone orders available. Call the shop at (323) 651-0131.
6.7.2010
The Milton Glaser Poster Book
As one of the most celebrated graphic designers of the 20th century, Milton Glaser’s work spans over three decades, creating iconic imagery to relate pertinent messages about society at large. The creator of the ‘I Love NY’ design, Milton’s ‘77 poster book is filled with colorful full page illustrations. An excellent source of inspiration for designers and creatives alike, Milton Glaser’s Poster Book is a journey into one of designs greatest thinkers.
Excerpt from the book:
“Milton Glaser is a romantic visionary whose surrealistic is reminiscent of the monsters framing two famous Italian Villas, Villa Palagonia in Sicily and Bomarzo. His unusual ...
6.1.2010
This Thursday: Bruce Kalberg Photography
Freshjive presents the Bruce Kalberg / Bruce Caen photography exhibit at Reserve.
Thursday June 3rd, 7:00-11:00 PM
Reserve Store
420 N. Fairfax
Los Angeles, CA 90036
Bruce Kalberg
From 1979-1984 Bruce Kalberg photographed virtually every band and personality against the backdrop of the first rush of Punk Rock in Los Angeles and Hollywood. As publisher and chief creative force behind NO MAGAZINE (NOMAG) Bruce photographed both the music and art scene nightly in his studio in Echo Park creating a portrait of fashion and underground culture like no one else. This was the real culture made up of outsiders, losers, immigrants, Punk Rockers from generation one ...
5.23.2010
Plane Crashes
You may think, why make a book about plane crashes? What’s the point? However, upon first glance into Plane Crashes you begin to realize the purpose of Beryl Frank’s work. Detailing some of the most horrific aviation disasters of the 20th century, Frank captures the destruction of devastating plane crashes from around the world. In a way, the images within provide a context by which to understand the experience of a plane crash.
Excerpt from the book:
“Over 100 illustrations as well as clearly written text an accurate statistics show the awesome horror to plane crashes, whether the plane be the large ...
5.10.2010
Candid Little Rock
In the 80’s, people were out, and people were living. No matter where you were at, or what you were doing, whether in Hollywood, California, or Little Rock, Arkansas it seemed as though folks were out and living for the moment. Compiling a collection of iconic black and white photographs, six photographers set out to capture the essence of Little Rock, Arkansas through the people that inhabited the city. Shooting everything from architecture and design, to police men and civilians, Candid Little Rock honestly portrays Arkansas living in the 80’s.
Exerpt from the Preface:
August House compiled a book of black-and-white ...
4.28.2010
The Photography Of Bruce Kalberg / Bruce Caen
Freshjive presents the Bruce Kalberg / Bruce Caen photography exhibit at Reserve.
Thursday June 3rd, 7:00-11:00 PM
Reserve Store
420 N. Fairfax
Los Angeles, CA 90036
Bruce Kalberg
From 1979-1984 Bruce Kalberg photographed virtually every band and personality against the backdrop of the first rush of Punk Rock in Los Angeles and Hollywood. As publisher and chief creative force behind NO MAGAZINE (NOMAG) Bruce photographed both the music and art scene nightly in his studio in Echo Park creating a portrait of fashion and underground culture like no one else. This was the real culture made up of outsiders, losers, immigrants, Punk Rockers from generation ...
4.19.2010
A Closer Look: Grant Rohloff at Reserve LA
Currently displaying at the store are all prints from the Grant Rohloff photography exhibit, which will remain on display through May 20th. Small prints are available now in our online shop HERE.
For inquiries on all large framed prints, please call the shop at (323) 651-0131.
4.12.2010
Rohloff Exhibit Recap
Thanks to everyone for making it out to Reserve for last Thursdays Grant Rohloff exhibit, Kyle Maclennan’s film screening of Scattered Archives, and the live performance of Gantez Warrior. Coming up soon will be another blog post related to Rohloff’s photographs.
3.31.2010
Grant Rohloff For Warriors Of Radness
Introducing 3 special edition t shirts in collaboration with Grant Rohloff, including 2 of famed renegade Los Angeles surfer Miki Dora. The 3 shirts are titled Malibu Pit, Malibu, and Oh No!
This release coincides with an exhibition of Grant’s photography on April 8th at the Reserve store in Los Angeles.
Grant Rohloff (1935-1989), Surf Photographer & Filmmaker
Grant Rohloff was born in Hollywood, California in 1935 and started surfing in the early 50’s. Grant’s love of surfing and fascination with watching other surfers led him first to a brief apprenticeship with John Severson (Surfer Magazine founder/and surf ...
Street Art: The Punk Poster In San Francisco