- Gidget Gein -
(9/11/1969 - 10/8/2008)

When Artist/Musician, Gidget Gein, passed away late last year,
the impact of his loss was felt by friends and fans all over the world.
His work played heavily in the satirical traditions of fellow artists

Michael Ray Charles and Warhol, and is an interesting continuation
of artists like Kara Walker and Robert Colescott.  We are honored
here at Hyaena to offer a small retrospective of his art career.
This exhibit cokmes from the personal collection of Hyaena Gallery
and touches on important breakthroughs in his art spanning
from 1993 to present day. We have representations from his blaxpolitation
and anti-muse series, as well as his  street art, UnPop, portriature,
and sex paintings. There will never be someone
quite like Gidget again…so please enjoy.

"Gollywood Forever"
A Memorial Art Exhibit
Featuring the work of
Gidget Gein

On Exhibit:
February 16 through February 28, 2008

(…click the pic to view and purchase art from this exhibit…)



To View and Purchase the Artwork from this Exhibit, Please Visit:
http://www.hyaenagallery.com/gwf.html 

Opening Reception:

Saturday, February 21

8pm to Midnight

Always

FREE ADMISSION

Iconic artist, Gidget Gein, has always been at the forefront of important movements in art and music.
Edgy, fearless, and unrestrained, he pushed boundaries and he wore his demons on his sleeve.
In his short life, he cleaned up South Florida crime scenes, was the original bassist, songwriter, and co-creator
of Marilyn Manson and the Spooky Kids, founded the experimental group The Dali Gaggers,
and shaped the UnPop and GaGa art movements. Gidget solidified his place
as one of LA's most notorious self-taught artists.

His celebrity portraits depict Hollywood scandals and celebrity controversy in the vein
of Kenneth Anger's famous book. His Blaxploitation series boasts reverent and irreverent
nods to a dark part of our culture that spans from the early minstrel shows to "Black Power" films.

Gidget's perspective on pop culture never disappoints. Filled with uncompromising wit,
keen insight, and a scathing dark humor, his paintings are a relevant commentary on our
idol-worshipping society.

(…click the pic to view and purchase art from this exhibit…)



Original Artwork
and Prints
Available for Sale

For more information:

http://www.hyaenagallery.com

Hyaena

1928 W. Olive Ave.

Burbank, CA 91506

1-818-972-2448

There is a memorial show being held
on Wed. Dec. 3^rd (9pm-2am)
at the Dragonfly club
6510 Santa Monica Blvd.

Gidget passed away tragically in October and this
is a benefit show to raise the funds for a plaque
in Hollywood Forever Cemetary.  This event
is very important, as he was an inspiration and

a good friend to so many people
…please come out and show your support!

We will make sure that Gidget's Legacy continues.

Gollywood Forever.