This weekend marks the 10th edition of Papier, a local art fair highlighting contemporary works on paper. Station 16 Gallery will be presenting artwork by Alan Ganev, Jef Aérosol, Laurence Vallières, Mr. Brainwash, Stikki Peaches, and Whatisadam all of whom have incorporated paper into their practice in varying manners, from wheat-pastes, collage, silkscreen printing, and sculptures made entirely out of cardboard.

Jamie Molina aka CUTTY UP has created 4 unique sculptures out of wood and metal for Station 16 Gallery!

Joe Iurato takes Washington DC by storm! Leading up to the opening of Red Bull Flying Bach (from January 6-8th), stencil artist Joe Iurato has been decorating the streets of Washington with his woodcuts and we just can't get enough.

Last Thursday evening was the the opening of an installation by local street artist  Waxhead at Station 16 Gallery. The vernissage was a huge success with many happy patrons in attendance. The installation will be up until November 14th so come on by and say hi! Ton Barbier was in attendance taking amazing photos - have a look!

Our partners, Instagrafite, recently curated the first edition of O.bra, a street art festival in São Paulo, Brazil. The festival invited artists from across the globe and featured a diverse line-up of talent. Members of our team had the opportunity to attend O.bra and witness the creation of many incredible murals. Check out some of our favorite below!

An upcoming artist in our line-up for A Global Street Art Story, Yazan Halwani is one of the youngest and most notable street artists to come from Lebanon. Blending Arabic calligraphy, geometric patterns, and portraiture, Halwani uses urban landscapes to tell stories of his people and culture.

Station 16 Gallery is proud to partner once again with Montreal's Mural Festival this June. As its third year running, the 2015 edition is shaping up to be a killer year. In addition to the world-class artists and DJs, the festival will include a line-up of documentaries and conferences, as well as a local market and an art fair. Not to mention, the festival has expanded from 4 to 11 days. Here's to two weeks of incredible art and summertime fun in Montreal.

There is an inherent shock value when viewing the work of Enzo Sarto. Executed in a clean and crisp manner, Sarto’s photographs highlight a deceptive innocence that demands attention. Although stating that his work “is about passions, prejudices, and fear,” a specific clarification, such as why a little girl wears a bandana around her face like a vandal and holds a gun as if she just committed murder, remains elusive. Politically and socially charged images infiltrate much of Sarto’s work, producing a dialogue that begs for an explanation. 

Station 16 Gallery is excited return to the Big Apple this weekend to exhibit at SCOPE Art Show.  As one of the largest contemporary art fairs, SCOPE engages with an increasingly international audience and attracts visitors worldwide. Known for its ability to forecast visual trends and emerging artists, SCOPE has a history of innovative curation and presentation. This year marks SCOPE's 15th anniversary of the art fair's New York exhibition, occurring simultaneously with The Amory Show.  With 60 galleries from across the globe exhibiting at SCOPE, Station 16 will feature all local artists to showcase emerging talent in contemporary, Canadian art. 

Après un relocalisation à Barcelone, l’artiste Montréalais Antoine Tavaglione (Tava) laisse sa marque dans les rues de la ville espagnole.

Les gens déménagent normalement pour une de deux raisons: le travail ou l'amour. Pour Tava, c’est une combinaison des deux. Avec une prochaine exposition solo à Copenhague, une collaboration des vêtements avec un designer à Dubaï, et d'autres projets d'illustration, Tava a également pris le temps de créé des oeuvres à Barcelone même. L'artiste décrit la ville comme "un bon terrain d'entente pour voyager à toutes ces destinations et de travailler en collaboration plus facilement avec les commissaires et clients. 

I am reminded of the time I went to the inauguration of Omen’s mural All it Takes is a Little Heart in Ville St-Laurent, in the fall of 2014. He addressed the press and city officials with a smile, “Remember when you used to call the cops on me? Now you pay me to paint walls.” This is Omen. He is larger than life. 

After reading Sarah Thornton’s 33 Artists in 3 Acts dissection of the question What is an artist?, I sought answers from the artists represented by Station 16 Gallery. Omen was one of the first artists to whom I reached out. He is in Panama painting at the moment and posted his definition through social media: “Artists are people who take you through the world and lend you their eyes. It is more a burden than a technique. The artist has to be both egotistical and sensitive enough to want to convey this vision to the rest of the world.” These words were greeted with much enthusiasm, as is most of what Omen publishes. Fans and friends added comments: “The artist must make things in order to achieve this since what they see is often not yet named or explained in words.” “What we do as artists is a service to humanity,” chimed in another.

Les mondes du sport et de l'art se rencontrent rarement. Notre exposition « Gol, Carajo » a prouvé que ces deux mondes pouvaient être compatibles, ce qui démontre que l'art et le football peuvent fusionner dans le travail ludique de Ricardo Cavolo. Le mélange inattendu du sport et de l'art est apparu à nouveau au sein du travail d’un autre artiste de la Galerie Station 16, Eric Clément, qui a récemment créé une murale pour les Canadiens de Montréal. Organisé par notre partenaire, LNDMRK, le projet met en évidence le style d'illustration et de bande dessinée de Clément autour du thème du hockey.

In early January, I settled down with Sarah Thornton’s new book 33 Artists in 3 Acts in which she poses what appears to be the simplest of questions: What is an artist? Within the first few pages, Thornton is already dismayed to have people reply: “An artist is someone who makes art.”   

I scoffed. My answer would be so much more profound, detailed and smart! Clearly, an artist is… blank. What is an artist? Over dinner, my husband, who is not involved in the art world, answered promptly: “Emily, it’s simple. An artist is a creator.” Really? This seemed too all-encompassing for my taste. One can create with no intent towards art. No, it wasn’t simple at all. 

When exploring some of Montreal's best bars and restaurants, you have probably come across the work of interior designer, Amlyne Phillips, founder of La Chambre Design.  Her classic style, found in Apt200, Suwu, L'Gros Luxe, the newly opened Jatoba as well as others, is a fusion of charming antiques with modern trends that creates an ambiance that is as cozy as it is hip. Not to mention, she often incorporate the work of Station 16 Gallery, contributing an eclectic edge into her designs.   

Depuis maintenant 4 ans, Montréal se démarque sur l’échiquier international, comme étant une des destinations majeures de l’art de rue. Cette reconnaissance est grandement due à nos artistes locaux et aux différents organismes oeuvrant à promouvoir la scène montréalaise.

Du 1 au 7 décembre prochain, une délégation québécoise composée d’artistes, galeries et organismes sera présente lors de la foire internationale d’art contemportain à Miami, le Art Basel/Wynwood Walls.

For the last 4 years, Montreal stood out on the international scene as one of the main destination and a go-to place when it comes to street art. This acknowledgement is mainly due to our local artists and the various organizations working hard to promote the Montreal scene.

Next December, from the 1^st to  the 7^th, a delegation of artists, galleries, and organizations from Quebec will be present at the international art fair held in Miami at Art Basel/Wynwood Walls.

For the latest edition of A Global Street Art Story, Station 16 Gallery is excited to announce that Olek is representing Poland.  The 6-colour silkscreen print with 3D puff ink and crystalline  is the first print for the crochet artist. The extent of Olek’s crocheting abilities is nearly infinitesimal, transforming everything from cars, billboards, everyday objects, public sculptures, trains, and even people into her crocheted masterpieces. Always daring, her work is consistently witty and whimsical, often exuding political and social undertones.

Pour la dernière édition de A Global Street Art Story, la Galerie Station 16 est heureuse d'annoncer que c’est l’artiste Olek qui représentera Pologne. La sérigraphie en six couleurs avec encre 3D et cristalline est la première réalisée par l’artiste de crochet. L’étendue des capacités en matière de crochet d’Olek est presque infinie, puisqu’il transforme tout : des voitures, des panneaux, des objets du quotidien, des sculptures publiques, des trains et même des gens à travers ses œuvres d'art. Toujours audacieux, son travail regorge d'esprit et d’éléments fantasques, sous-tendant souvent des connotations politiques et sociales.

Le 30 octobre à 17 heures, la Galerie Station 16 vous invite au lancement de livre de 123 Klan: Respect & Love, un livre d'art qui mettant en évidence leur carrière de 20 ans. Le duo de 123 Klan sera présent pour signer des livres et répondre à vos questions! De plus, de nouvelles toiles de 123 Klan seront exposées. Nous sommes heureux d'offrir Respect & Love dans la Galerie, ainsi qu'en ligne à station16gallery.com. N'hésitez pas à confirmer votre présence à info@station16.ca ou par téléphone au 514.849.8016.

Pré-commandez votre livre et faites en la cueillette en galerie ici!

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On October 30th at 5pm, Station 16 Gallery is pleased to invite you to a book signing event of 123 Klan: Respect & Love, an art book highlighting their 20 year career. The husband and wife duo of 123 Klan will be present to sign books and answer your questsions! Additionally, news canvases from 123 Klan will be on display. We are excited to now offer Respect & Love in the gallery and online at station16gallery.com. 

Pre-order your book and pick-up in the gallery here!

Avec sa 3e édition sur le point de commencer, ArtRua recevra 20 galeries nationales et internationales pour une exposition, invitant également sept artistes de street art à peindre des murales, tout cela commissionné par nos partenaires, Instagrafite. 

Montreal street artist, Whatisadam, recently introduced his work to the European street art scene. With paste-ups and stickers all around Paris, his classic imagery now adorns the city's streets. 

Whatisadam a récemment présenté son travail sur la scène européenne de street art. Un peu partout à travers Paris, l'imagerie classique de WIA orne les rues.

The Street Museum of Art presents a unique and innovative approach to experiencing art by extending beyond the physicality of a museum or gallery. By combining the strategic curation and organization of a museum with the guerilla techniques of a street artist, SMoA is the first public art program of its kind.

On August 23rd, Station 16 Gallery and M0851 have joined forces to present a new artistic endeavour. The artist, Zilon, has recently applied his drawings and designs to the leather products of M0851. The event will be the first chance to view and purchase the new collection.

When viewing the work of Eric Clement, there are waves of nostalgia and a strong sense of familiarity; however, the final product is a completely unique creation. An infusion of comic books, graffiti, childhood stock characters, and brand imagery permeates his work, and through a variety of mediums and installations, Clement contributes an unparalleled element to the Montreal art scene.

Lorsqu’on regarde les oeuvres d'Éric Clément, on ressent des relents de nostalgie et de familiarité; toutefois, le produit final est une création complètement unique. Une infusion réunissant la bande dessinée, le graffiti, les personnages de notre enfance et la typographie. À travers une variété de médiums, Clément amène un élément avant-gardiste sur ​​la scène de street art montréalaise.

While street artists tend to keep their personal lives private, the Background Noise series on the Bomarr Blog adds another dimension to the identity of street artists: their favorite music. The series features weekly interviews with street artists along with a curated playlist by the respective artist. For street art fans like us, this is one of the coolest blog ideas we have come across. Over the past 10 months, the blog has featured a number of Station 16 artists, including Stikki Peaches, Enzo & Nio, gilf!, with the latest edition highlighting Whatisadam.