'KIN

'KIN is a collaborative retail space combining the talents of some of Britain's foremost artists and creative collectives. The gallery is managed by Ric Blackshaw (of Scrawl) and due to the overwhelming public response to this project 'KIN will now continue to trade throughout January and February of 2009.

Prints, paintings, sculpture, clothing, homeware and assorted ephemera all available to experience and purchase under the one big creative umbrella that is 'KIN.

Scrawl is a collective of street artists and purveyors of urban graphics started in 1998 by Ric Blackshaw. Artists include Steff Plaetz, Will Barras, Mr Jago, PhlAsh, David Walker, Hutch and RYCA. The Scrawl motto is, 'hand b4 mouse'. Ric is also launching his latest book collaboration with Liz Farrelly 'Street Art' (in the artists own words) published by RotoVision. www.scrawlcollective.co.uk

Breed illustration agency was founded in January 2007. It represents a small but diverse collective of renowned artists including Si Scott, Masa, James Joyce, Steven Wilson and Paula Castro. Work available to purchase includes a series of limited edition screen prints by Rose Stallard; a one off light box piece, T shirts and prints by Steven Wilson; a range of lampshades embellished with Si Scott designs (some signed). www.breedlondon.com

Print Club Dalston, a members screen printing studios, will be helping Breed Artists Rose Stallard and Steven Wilson perform live prints at 'KIN. Print Club artists will also be showcasing. www.printclublondon.com

12foot6, the BAFTA nominated animation studio, was formed by Dave Anderson and Tom Mortimer in 1999. Dave has a background in cartoons and comics - 2000AD and Bastard Bunny (Deadline, NME) - while Tom comes from advertising and TV. They make ads and TV programmes like the The Sensibles (Jetix), Dog Judo (C4) and now art. Limited edition prints will be available from £100.00 plus VAT each. www.12footpix.com

'Revenge Is Sweet' is Angelique Piliere & Lee Owens. The duo met while studying design in Australia & now work together in London. Their work crosses the lines between illustration, design & typography. An exclusive range of screen prints will be on sale at 'KIN. www.revengeissweet.org

anymedia is a live events agency and part of Start Creative, their clients include BBC, Great Ormond Street Hospital and Superbrands. anymedia provides integrated event management and strategic advice to corporates, venues and artist collaborations including 'KIN. www.anymedia.co.uk

JudgeGill, retail brand specialists, will bring sensory experiential urban art via installations and projections based on CCTV footage and soundscapes from in the city; they will also be exhibiting 'where sport meets art'. JudgeGill work in partnership with Start on adidas and Virgin Media. www.judgegill.co.uk

Engage, design and build specialists for creative thinkers, are adding interactive communication pieces to 'KIN. Engage work in Partnership with Start and JudgeGill who also share adidas as a client. www.engageproduction.com

Start is a top ten brand and digital creative agency formed in 1996. Start has offices in London, Mumbai, Dubai and from January 1st in Hong Kong. www.startcreative.co.uk

Rick Blackshaw
Tel: +4407896654345
Email: info@kin-shop.co.uk

PR info: georgia@startcreative.co.uk
Event info: zoe.chajet@anymedia.co.uk

Opening times

'KIN is open every day at the following times...

Mon Sat 11am - 7pm
Thurs 11am - 8pm
Sun Noon - 6pm

Getting there

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