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The Talks: Larry Clark
Mar 31st
American director, producer, and writer Larry Clark recently took a moment to share some thoughts on his body of work with The Talks. Stirring controversy in several mediums since his start as a creative, Clark is best known for touching on urban issues of youth and adolescence. As a cultural figure, Clark predominantly engages in notoriously dark subject matter via his films and photos, and has been cited by other iconic individuals including Martin Scorsese and Gus Van Sant as a significant source of inspiration.
Mr. Clark, do you still skateboard?
I retired because I hurt myself so much and it takes forever to recover, but I actually skated with some kids for about 5 minutes the other day. Took a big chance.
How difficult is it for you to take a picture of one of these skater kids who are so often the subjects of your photos? Do you have to explain who you are?
Well everybody knows Kids. So there is a calling card that I have there. It’s funny, I was at a skate park once and this fifteen year old came up to me and said, “Do you skate?” And I said, “Well I used to, but I am here with these kids and I am making a film about them. I’m a filmmaker.” He says, “Oh yeah?” And I said, “I made another film called Kids. Have you ever heard of that?” And he said, “Everybody’s heard of that!”
Why exactly are you so interested in youth culture? Because kids live for the moment?
Well I think it has more to do with the fact that I started making work when I was a teenager. I photographed my friends over a ten-year period and did the book Tulsa, which turned into visual anthropology. So you see us from the time we were teenagers up until our twenties and how everything changed and how we changed. So I guess since then I have been interested in how we grow up – different areas, different environments, different cultures, different ways that we grow up.
Were you ever afraid that your kids might do some of the things you have photographed other kids doing?
Well as a parent you are always worried and always thinking about the worst-case scenario – you are always just sweating it. But that is part of being a parent. Luckily my kids are so far so good.
Sometimes your work is very disturbing. Do you think that art should have any boundaries?
Well there has got to be some things you can’t do. You can’t kill people, you can’t hurt children; of course there are some limits.
The interview in its entirety can be read here.
The Talks: Larry Clark Interview
Mar 28th
The latest interview on The Talks sees cult film director/photographer Larry Clark discussing a range of topics including his background as a skateboarder, his work and placing limitations on art. Check out the extract below and read the full interview here.
Mr. Clark, do you still skateboard?
I retired because I hurt myself so much and it takes forever to recover, but I actually skated with some kids for about 5 minutes the other day. Took a big chance.
How difficult is it for you to take a picture of one of these skater kids who are so often the subjects of your photos? Do you have to explain who you are?
Well everybody knows Kids. So there is a calling card that I have there. It’s funny, I was at a skate park once and this fifteen year old came up to me and said, “Do you skate?” And I said, “Well I used to, but I am here with these kids and I am making a film about them. I’m a filmmaker.” He says, “Oh yeah?” And I said, “I made another film called Kids. Have you ever heard of that?” And he said, “Everybody’s heard of that!”
Why exactly are you so interested in youth culture? Because kids live for the moment?
Well I think it has more to do with the fact that I started making work when I was a teenager. I photographed my friends over a ten-year period and did the book Tulsa, which turned into visual anthropology. So you see us from the time we were teenagers up until our twenties and how everything changed and how we changed. So I guess since then I have been interested in how we grow up – different areas, different environments, different cultures, different ways that we grow up.
Why?
I think that is such an important time in our lives. Things that happen to us at that age dictate how we are going to be as adults. The way we are treated, the things that happen to us are so important in how we are formed into adults. It is a very, very important time. And I have been doing it a long time and I do it pretty good and people like the work, so what am I going to do?
Pics. Just Blaze x Supra Sneaker In Store Release Party at the Supra Store & After Party W/ DJ Soul, DJ Evil Dee, Clark Kent, Tony Touch & Stretch Armstrong. NYC. Tammany Hall. 1.7.12
Jan 9th
Pics. Just Blaze x Supra Sneaker In Store Release Party at the Supra Store & After Party W/ DJ Soul, DJ Evil Dee, Clark Kent, Tony Touch & Stretch Armstrong. NYC. Tammany Hall. 1.7.12
So, my homie Just Blaze released his very own Supra over the weekend with great success. I heard they are pretty much all sold out. I’m very honored to own a pair..gyeah! There was a release party that was held at the Supra store in NYC which is located on Price street. . Great store by the way. I advise everyone to check it out and buy some kicks.
He also celebrated his Bday as well. Peep the cake! I heard it was fucking amazing.
Tons of his friends, fam and fans came out to support the release.
Yes, a pic full of dudes, kill me! But I swear some hot babes was there. Peep…
See.
The event was a success!
Afte most of the people left and Just cleaned up…
A group of about 25 headed over to this pretty amazing restaurant named Gyu-Kaku.
Just loved his food so much he could not part with it, even when we went outside to get my bags.
Next up was Tammany Hall, with one of the most amazing DJ line ups of all time in my opinion: Just Blaze, DJ Soul, DJ Evil Dee, Clark Kent, Tony Touch & Stretch Armstrong
The place packed up quick and amongst the gang of cocks there, I gotta say there was a bunch of yummy babes!
Great night, great times! Shouts to Supra, Joy, Just Blaze and everyone else involved!
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The Hundreds Magazine: Jessica Clark
Dec 31st
Vaulted to the top of the “who is that girl?” list thanks to a unique propensity for face tattoos and her association with The Hundreds, Australian Jessica Clark featured prominently in the most recent issue of The Hundreds Magazine. Bobby Hundreds recently shared several photos revolving around a week long visit from Clark in Los Angeles who has developed a strong following on Instagram and Tumblr. The latest issue of The Hundreds Magazine is available now.
DJ Clark Kent’s Top 10 Sneakers of 2011
Dec 19th
With a diverse resume comes diverse taste. The man that holds titles as producer (“Cashmere Thoughts”- Jay-Z, “Sky’s The Limit”- Notorious BIG, “Super High”- Rick Ross), designer (Nike’s 112 Pack, LeBron 8 “James Dean”) and DJ (God’s Favorite) gives spins to an assortment of silos. DJ Clark Kent touches on an array of releases (and exclusives) in his annual top 10 list. Check it out at Complex.
Celebrity Sneaker Watch: Wale Laces Up in Nike LeBron 8 DJ Clark Kent ’112′
Dec 12th
While Wale continues on his Ambition Tour promoting his latest album, “Ambition,” the DC rapper is making sure to stay laced up in only the fliest of kicks available. As he’s usually seen in early releases and ultra limited exclusives, Wale shows off his pair of Nike LeBron 8 DJ Clark Kent “112″ sneakers while aboard his tour bus.
Limited to only a “friends and family” release, Wale snagged a pair of the kicks that sport signature “112″ branding, 3M, black nubuck, elephant print, and neon yellow color blocking. Could we possibly see a DJ Clark Kent 112 Nike LeBron 9? Maybe. Until then, stay with SneakerFiles for more Celebrity Sneaker Watch news.
Celebrity Sneaker Watch: Wale Laces Up in Nike LeBron 8 DJ Clark Kent ’112′
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Celebrity Sneaker Watch: Wale Laces Up in Nike LeBron 8 DJ Clark Kent ’112′
DJ CLARK KENT – SNEAKER AFICIONADO
Nov 30th
DJClarkKent: #PeepAndWeepWednesday Sometimes I Feel So Lucky!! twitpic.com/7m9dbd
DJClarkKent: #PeepAndWeepWednesday Sometimes I Feel So Lucky!! twitpic.com/7m9dbd
Clark Magazine featuring JR and Takashi Murakami
Nov 17th
An exciting issue of Clark Magazine is available now featuring two icons of diverse backgrounds and generations, with JR and Takashi Murakami coming together to great effect.
CLARK MAGAZINE has decided to enclose with its 10th year of existence with a bang and to get involved. The French magazine was eager to bring together those two artists – that most certainly are the one who most impacted the magazine’s history. And as it happens they are both – at the same time – in the Gallery Perrotin’s three spaces until 7 January 2012.
On one side, JR, 28, is exhibiting his work from 19 November 2011 in the Gallery Perrotin. This includes new photos, one art assemblage, movies as well as an art collage on the entire front of the gallery. They will all be presented as part of the exhibition “Encrages” until 7 January 2012. For Clark, JR found time to take a picture of him and Takashi Murakami in his studio “Inside Out”, posing with is now legendary background.
On the other side, Takashi Murakami, the artist with the “Superflat” style honours yet again the sacrosanct magazine cover which marks his last stay in Paris on the occasion of the tribute he is paying to Yves KLEIN since 20th October.
Clark Magazine immortalizes this meeting, through a unique and historical cover mixing both high and sub-culture. This issue includes a special 12-page with the making-of of the meeting, an interview of JR – in the middle of putting together his exhibition – in his Parisian studio.
Clark Magazine featuring JR and Takashi Murakami is a post from: SLAMXHYPE
DJ CLARK KENT – SNEAKER AFICIONADO
Oct 18th
DJClarkKent: Glad I’m down with him, #TeamATF RT @FeetsMalone101: FUCK YO KICKS LIKE EDDIE MURPHY’S COUCH! #FORKIXSAKE http://t.co/dr1nzMXj via @twitpic
DJClarkKent: Glad I’m down with him, #TeamATF RT @FeetsMalone101: FUCK YO KICKS LIKE EDDIE MURPHY’S COUCH! #FORKIXSAKE http://t.co/dr1nzMXj via @twitpic
NikeiD Air Max 1 by DJ Clark Kent
Oct 13th
Did you think Clark Kent would go to Tokyo and only come back with one pair of kicks? Let’s be serious. This NikeiD Air Max 1 carries Knicks colors set to a white mesh base. Blue and orange suede coexist on the upper while a white midsole and gum bottom remind us of some previously posted AF1s. DJCK and ATF tagging finish out this smooth Air Max runner.
NikeiD Air Max 1
Designed by DJ Clark Kent
NikeiD Air Max 1 by DJ Clark Kent
Source: Nike Harajuku
