Iconic by Collectionzz 2020 Poster of the Year by Artist Luke Martin

 

The poster collectors have spoken! Collectionzz held a vote on their Facebook page for fans to choose their favorite poster Collectionzz released this past year.

The winner of the 2020 Iconic by Collectionzz Poster of the Year is The Notorious B.I.G. Hall of Fame print by Luke Martin!

Congratulations Luke, and to every single artist and band who they’ve worked with in 2020, this is just the beginning!

Tweet

The Doors New Orleans Poster By Luke Martin Release

 

Iconic by Collectionzz is releasing official posters for The Doors by Luke Martin commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the band’s final concert with lead singer Jim Morrison.

The Doors played what turned out to be the band’s final concert with Morrison on December 12, 1970, at the fabled A Warehouse concert hall on Tchoupitoulas Street in New Orleans. While the performance itself went so poorly the band called off the tour the next day, the Warehouse show has passed into rock ‘n’ roll legend much like Morrison himself.

The Doors broke out of Los Angeles with 1967’s “Light My Fire,” and Morrison was the leather pants-wearing Lizard King, a charismatic counterculture sex symbol shaman who excited audiences. But by the time he arrived onstage at A Warehouse, “he had been living his life like a Roman candle burning at both ends for the last five years,” said David Dutkowski, The Doors’ official archivist.

The 20-song set opened with “Roadhouse Blues” and “Back Door Man.” At some point, Morrison stopped singing and sat down. “Multiple band members said it was like something left him at that moment,” says Dutkowski. “Ray Manzarek (who died in 2013) swore he looked up from his keyboard and saw Jim’s spirit leave his body. He swears the shamanistic energy, the soul of Jim Morrison, flowed out of his body and with it, the will to perform.”

During the final song, “The End,” Morrison lost it.

“I was standing on the side of the stage at the end,” recalled concert promotor Don Fox. “Jim started talking about life and death and what was going on in the world in 1970. All of a sudden, he took the mic stand and started smashing it and smashing it right into the stage floor. And then he walks off.” Fox went over to where Morrison had been standing “and there’s a hole in the stage. He drove the mic stand right through. He’s the only artist I’ve ever seen put a hole in the stage.”

Following the show the other band members had a meeting at which they agreed that the New Orleans show should be their live swan song, since Morrison's unpredictability made further touring impractical. Morrison participated in the recording sessions for L.A. Woman, then went to Paris in March while the rest of the band finished up the mixing sessions. Weeks later, on July 3, 1971, he turned up dead. He was 27.

Following The Doors show at A Warehouse, Fox repaired the damaged section of the stage. Upon learning of Morrison’s death, he carved “In Memory of Jim Morrison” into the plywood patch. “In a strange way, the Warehouse and Jim Morrison are linked together forever.”

Main Edition- $75.00
Size: 12" x 36"
Edition Size: 200
Manilla Paper Seven Color Screenprint

Main Edition Foil- $150.00
Size: 12" x 36"
Edition Size: 100
Seven Color Screenprint on Gold Matte Foil Paper

Variant Edition- $100.00
Size: 12" x 36"
Edition Size: 75
Seven Color Screenprint on Manilla Paper

Variant Edition Foil- $200.00
Size: 12" x 36"
Edition Size: 25
Seven Color Screenprint on Gold Matte Foil Paper

Wood Panel Edition- $400.00
Size: 12" x 36"
Edition Size: 50
Wood Veneer Panel in Hand Welded Metal Frame
One Color Screenprint
Printed Signature and Hand Numbered

All prints except for the wood are signed & numbered by Luke. They all have Holographic sticker on back of print for authenticity.

All prints will be available Friday December 11 at 2 PM EST at https://iconic.collectionzz.com/

Tweet

Notorious B.I.G. Print by Luke Martin Release

 

 

On January 15, 2020, The Notorious B.I.G. scored a significant win for his legacy after the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced his induction for the Class of 2020. Biggie's mom, Voletta Wallace took to Instagram after his submission was confirmed, expressing her thanks and excitement that her late son will finally be honored.
“Brooklyn we did it!!! This is so long overdue. Thank you to everyone that helped make this happen for Christopher. Love you all.”

In a phone interview with Billboard Magazine, Wallace said "As a mother, I'm extremely proud of his accomplishments. You know, I still see such a young man at a young age, and sadly, he's not here to witness all this. But it's an astute honor, and as a mother, I'm just elated for that."

"Many of [his songs] speak truth," she said. "It might be gritty, and maybe the language is so out there, but he was honest. There was nothing fake about what he was doing. I think for such a young man to resonate such honesty in his lyrics is awesome."

Biggie's transcendent career rocketed in the '90s with the release of his 1994 debut album Ready to Die. The lyricist chiseled his way onto the rap scene with songs such as "Big Poppa," "Juicy" and "One More Chance," which peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100. His meteoric career came to a screeching halt when he was shot and killed in 1997. Following his demise, 16 days later, Biggie's sophomore album, Life After Death, was released. The double-album soared to No. 1 on the Billboard 200.

Luke Martin took on the assignment from Collectionzz to create an illustration that honors Biggie Smalls' legacy, and this historic achievement that is so special to his fans and family:

"How do you create a poster for one of the greatest - if not THE greatest - rappers of all time? I was trying to answer this question when I started this project, and I’m still trying to answer this question even as it’s done. Christopher Wallace was so larger than life, I quickly learned that it would be impossible to capture his presence and force in one singular image. but... I was still gonna try anyways.

For this piece, my main intent was to capture that energy and power that Biggie encapsulated through his music - and then sent out into the rest of the world. I wanted the focus to be on Brooklyn - BIGGIE’S BROOKLYN. the city molded him just as much as he molded it, I feel that the two are so synonymous to each other. and if you’ve heard his music then you know - his love for Brooklyn was evident in every single line he wrote." - Luke Martin

Main Edition - $75.00
Officially licensed by The Notorious B.I.G.
Size: 12" x 36"
Edition Size: 200 Signed & Numbered
Seven Color Screenprint on Manilla Paper
Holographic sticker on back of print for authenticity

Variant Edition - $125.00
Size: 12" x 36"
Edition Size: 50 Signed & Numbered
Seven Color Screenprint on Manilla Paper
Holographic sticker on back of print for authenticity

Foil Edition - $150.00
Size: 12" x 36"
Edition Size: 25 Signed & Numbered
Seven Color Screenprint on Gold Matte Foil Paper
Holographic sticker on back of print for authenticity

These will be available November 6th at 2pm EST on iconic.collectionzz.com!

 

Tweet

Grateful Dead Jack Straw by Luke Martin Release

 

Luke Martin makes his grand return to Bottleneck with his second Grateful Dead piece.

Luke Martin’s follow-up entry in the BNG ongoing Grateful Dead Artist Series builds on his previous print, creating the ultimate fan diptych, incorporating iconic GD mascots, themes, and imagery!

Plus don't forget that they are DOUBLING the accrual of BOTTLEBUX, so every $1 spent = 10 POINTS!

Regular
Grateful Dead: Jack Straw by Luke Martin
Screen print measuring 18 x 36 inches
Hand-numbered timed edition
Edition size will be determined by the number of prints sold through Sunday, October 18th at 12PM EDT.

Regular foil
Screen print on foil paper measuring 18 x 36 inches
Hand-numbered edition of 125

Variant
Screen print 18 x 36 inches
Hand-numbered edition of 200

Variant foil
Screen print on foil paper 18 x 36 inches
Hand-numbered edition of 125

Luke's timed edition print will be available Wednesday October 14 at 12PM EDT through Sunday October 18 11:59PM EDT on the BNG homepage, link below.

Luke's variant prints will be available Wednesday (10/14) at 12PM ET on the Bottleneck Gallery homepage!

Tweet

Grateful Dead Luke Martin Print Release

Variant

Bottleneck Gallery's Grateful Dead Artist Series keeps on rockin' in 2020 with Luke Martin!

Luke Martin’s entry into their ongoing Grateful Dead Artist Series combines many iconic GD mascots and themes into the ultimate career-spanning gig poster! Luke drew inspiration from the master Alphonse Mucha in creating this incredible poster. Luke’s piece is a love letter to longtime GD fans, and they’re proud to have his work on this series.

In addition to Luke’s brilliant print, every order includes a free mini print, just to show how truly grateful BNG are to all of their supporters!

Regular Edition
Screen print 18 x 36 inches
Signed and hand-numbered timed edition
Edition size will be determined by the number of prints sold through Sunday, February 16th @ 11:59PM ET

Gold Foil Edition
Screen print on gold foil paper 18 x 36 inches
Signed and hand-numbered edition of 100

Variant Purple
Screen print 18 x 36 inches
Signed and hand-numbered edition of 150

Gold Foil Variant
Screen print on gold foil paper 18 x 36 inches
Signed and hand-numbered edition of 100

Luke’s timed edition print, alongside limited variants, will be available on Wednesday at 12PM EST on Bottleneckgallery.com!

The timed edition sale will end on Sunday (2/16) st 11:59PM EST.

Tweet

Luke Martin Chapel of the Forest Letterpress Print Release

This Tuesday, Bottleneck Gallery excited to announce their first print release with the immensely talented Luke Martin !

BNG have been following Luke’s gig poster work for a while now, and he’s absolutely dominated the scene in 2019 with his work for Childish Gambino, Phish, and Eddie Vedder’s recent tours. Luke’s got an incredible range of style in his artwork, and they’re happy to collaborate with him on releasing an art print of his recent Trey Anastasio gig poster. Chapel of the Forest is a meticulously created piece dedicated to music, and they can’t wait to release more work with Luke!

Chapel of the Forest by Luke Martin
Letterpress with hand-deckled edge
11 x 14 inches
Signed and hand-numbered edition of 100

Luke’s print will be available for purchase Tuesday December 10 at 12PM EST on the homepage, Bottleneckgallery.com !

Tweet

Exquisite Show at Gabba Gallery

In addition to all the breathtaking original artwork, Gabba Gallery will be selling 50+ different prints at the Exquisite opening this Saturday!

Gabba Gallery invites you to Exquisite, a special exhibit featuring artwork by 30+ local and international artists who gained their momentum by creating visual artwork for some of the top musicians in the world. Curated by Jason Ostro and Elena Jacobson, the show will be on view at Gabba Gallery May 4-18, 2019.

At Exquisite, you will find original, one of a kind artworks by each artist, in addition to a selection of limited edition fine art prints. Artists include Kii Arens, Mark Arminski, Bioworkz, Dan Black (Landland), Byous, Erin Cadigan, Naja Conrad-Hansen, Matt Dey, Nick Difabbio, Jackson Dryden, Mike DuBois, Nate Duval, Emek, Joey Feldman, Carolyn Ferris, Justin Hampton, Justin Helton, Bruce Horan, Iskar, Bill Kopp, JT Lucchesi, Matt Leunig, Luke Martin, AJ Masthay, Jim Mazza, Jamie Lee Meyer, Billy Perkins, Timothy Pittides, Roamcouch, Jermaine Rogers, Regan Russell, Justin Santora, Tom Shaw, Michael Summers, Marq Spusta, Michael Summers, and Caleb Williamson.

The opening night reception takes place Saturday, May 4th, 7-11pm. Prints will be available for purchase at the opening. The event is free and open to the public; no RSVP required. DJ Jonathan Williams spinning. Sponsored by Lexington Brewing and Distilling Co. and Auspicion Wine.

Limited free parking behind 3125 Beverly Blvd (enter off Dillon), street parking, Uber/Lyft encouraged. Gabba Gallery is located at 3126 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles 90057. Exquisite will be on view through May 18. After opening night, gallery hours are Wednesday through Saturday, from noon to 3pm and by appointment.

Tweet

Nine Inch Nails Detroit Print By Suburban Avenger Studios

Luke Martin of Suburban Avenger Studios did the poster for Nine Inch Nails first show in Detroit this past Monday.

Poster measures 18x24 and it's a 4 color screenprint.
Artist edition is signed and numbered of 100 regulars, 30 foils.

Buy it at https://www.suburbanavengerart.com/

Tweet

Suburban Avenger Studios Foo Fighters Vancouver Print Release

Luke Martin of Suburban Avenger Studios will be releasing his gorgeous Foo Fighters Poster from the show in Vancouver recently. He will have regular and foil variants that wil be signed & numbered. Be sure to check out his Queens of the Stone Age poster well.

On sale Monday at 11am EDT at https://www.suburbanavengerart.com/

Tweet

Luke Martin Arctic Monkey Canandaigua Poster

Luke Martin is a new artist you may not be aware of but he has done posters for Queens of the Stone Age, Band of Horses and others. He work has been in several pop culture  gallery shows as well.

He recently had the honor to create a poster for the legendary Arctic Monkeys. And according to Luke "They've been one of my favorite bands since high school, getting to throw something together for them was an absolute dream."

The poster was for the show at CMAC and it's 18X24, 5 color hand-pulled screenprint

and a signed and numbered edition of 200.

Buy the poster and see his other work at www.suburbanavengerart.com/

Tweet