The40show

Sorry for the Delay!!

2007-05-07T23:13:00.000-07:00

People! incredibly sorry, big things have happened since this show, including making major contacts as well as getting tons of gigs from this show, something to think about for all you who want to get your name out there: plan a show and get all your contacts to sign up for something , no matter how ridiculous your idea, if you build it they will come!

dont mind the lambs navy ive been drinking haha....without further ado, here is some pictures i managed to collect since the last time we made contact:

AMAZING!!

This happened to Me the other day.

I secretly ate all those cornflakes, dont tell.

this piece looks like the guy who pissed on my front steps about two weeks ago hhahaah, Jared, how did you know?

Friscos finest Italian Import, my main man Lupo Ivanti!

our man Ridd presents: Adult Contemporary....Ha, just kidding man, love this piece!

I cant believe it, its my old roommate Jimmy! from the wilds of New Brundswick, Canada, comes one of my favorite artists and friends, James RICHARDS!!! if you are a local resident or just plain fan of fun, feel free to contact the good sir, hes too much!

pictures dont do Tirui's piece justice, this one has alot of thought into it and it shows....if you are in town this friday, this piece is definately worth checking out!

for serious inquiries only

another home run from the man Josh Parpan!

Look OUT!

Atomos presents something OUT OF THIS WORLD!!

DAMN!!

Jason, Major condolences for the lack of responses, but here is evidence that your piece made it here, and in perfect timing too!

Chris, this piece was wicked! the audience agrees too!

*ALL-STARS*

WOW!

Yknow, even though i heard a really horribly Axe story today, i still love this piece, as did everyone!

CONFIDENT

PEOPLE!

SEAN SCOTT! dude, appologies, coudnt find that dark liquid for your piece, but i promise ittl be filled to the brim come fridays party!

Handsome couple , no?

Here comes Sarah! this piece made Me thirsty...

Dave Dick had no idea that he was being spied on, or did he?...I hear he has heightened senses...

BAM!!

Sean Scott, Side B

Watto Proves that Rhythm is everywhere!

Two of New Brundswicks Finest Escapees hahah! Lookin good guys!

Yo, its Keith! This dudes rad, and if you ever want to learn knife combat, hes the man to talk to! check out his carving skills!
And check out Justin Parpans double feature! Wicked!

Its Steve Daye! yet another piece that i wanted to drink!

Ooh, also! does anyone have any more pictures? in particular the ones that showed off all the crowd! the place got packed, and i was told over 250 people! believe it? i would. hit me up, the people wanna see the show!

Thanks!

2007-04-20T00:13:00.000-07:00

Big thanks to John at Drawn! for posting an article on the 40 show, never hurts to advertise!

you can check it out

Here!

Clio Chiang

2007-04-19T23:51:00.000-07:00

clios been telling me all week that she was unhappy with this, but then i saw it today and i was kinda taken back...i cant see how anyone could complain with this piece! go on over to her site and give her lots of nice comments!

Rob Koch

2007-04-19T23:39:00.000-07:00

starting price $500 OBO

Justin Parpan

2007-04-19T23:18:00.000-07:00

check this out, two pieces! way to go! justin has a fun style that shows, and theres proof! and you know what, its found on....his BLOG!

Josh Parpan

2007-04-19T23:13:00.000-07:00

josh has a great style, and it shows on his piece! after youre done looking at it, go check out some of his other pieces on the blog!

Jason Levesque

2007-04-19T23:06:00.000-07:00

Correction!
Jasons got some wild stuff, and many thanks for correcting me on renaming his work! go send him some comments!

Evan Jensen

2007-04-19T22:54:00.000-07:00

This things intense! Even really went to town on his piece! for more intensities, go to his site, you wont be disapointed!

Garnet Syberg-Olsen

2007-04-19T21:39:00.000-07:00

Give it up for Garnet! this guys got it going on, the proof is in his blog, so check it!

Hobo Divine

2007-04-19T21:31:00.000-07:00

This guys classic and hes a perfect example who has alot of fun with their works, go check out his site if you dont believe me.

Scott Diggs Underwood

2007-04-19T21:14:00.000-07:00

This dude works at AKA, so you know hes good! hit up his blog sometime, and leave comments here!

Mike Gilbert

2007-04-19T20:29:00.000-07:00

pourin some for my boys, and expect more posts from me shortly after the show! *you can still stop on by my site though if youd like haha..

Joel Trussell

2007-04-19T19:53:00.000-07:00

Check out this classic from Joel! for more fun designs like this, be sure to stop on over to his blog and give some comments before leaving!

RIDD SORENSEN

2007-04-19T19:46:00.000-07:00

Now THATS what Id call a nightcap! Ridd's an excellent artist, go say hi to him! his link is found in the links section to the right.

Augie Pagan

2007-04-19T19:30:00.001-07:00

INTRODUCING NUMBER 36, AUGIE PAGAN!!

check out this jumpshot, landos never been more hype than this haha, dig the lakers colors! yo, scope his blog and give some shoutouts in the comment section!

Kevin Schmid

2007-04-19T19:20:00.000-07:00

Yo, a real powerpuncher piece, im suprised its not sponsored by everlast haha! people, the man is Kev Schmid. for more knockout pieces, peep his blog!

UGH

2007-04-18T21:56:00.000-07:00

mmm, blogger is not letting me post, but here is who i owe pics for:

joel trussell, kevin schmid, pat pakula, ridd sorensen, garnet syberg-olsen, augie pagan, michael mucci, dan helle, hobo divine, justin parpan, josh parpan, scott diggs underwood, evan jensen, sarah heinrich and myself! stay tooned, pics coming tomorrow!

Pat Pakula

2007-04-18T21:39:00.000-07:00

Ha! perfect! a classic from mr Pat Pakula, lets get some comments here, and visit his site in the links bar,alright?

Gene Blakefield

2007-04-15T03:59:00.000-07:00

two more coming your way! Genes got some talent, go say hi to him , and dont forget to leave him some nice comments!

Tirui Khachikian

2007-04-15T01:50:00.000-07:00

Tirui is an amazing artist and it shows with her piece! give some love with those comments and check out her link on the right hand side.

Dan Helle

2007-04-15T01:46:00.000-07:00

up next, my old coworker from the east, Dan! this guy diddnt even flinch, he jumped on board this show and gave it 100%! look at them , will ya? take a look at his link, hes got some gold there people!

Jared Deal

2007-04-15T01:31:00.000-07:00

first up to bat, Jared Deal! this guy clearly knows whats up, so check it! also, peep out his site ( located in the links section), tons of great stuff there! and he brings two great pieces to the table!

INFO

2007-04-11T21:33:00.000-07:00

On April 20th, local Gastown artist Mike Gilbert is holding Vancouver's first "40" show, Showcasing Cartoonists, Illustrators, Directors, and Malt Liquor enthusiasts Personal art pieces displayed on Malt liquor bottles.

40 is a way to showcase the working Man's favorite beverage while bringing international talent to Vancouver's already artistic Gastown area.

The event is a mild protest on the absense of malt liquor in Vancouver's stores and hopes to bring back sales of this once popular beverage.

The event is being held at Tenforward Collective on water street on April 20th ( friday), doors at 8pm.

Be sure to get your tickets soon, as they are limited to 200 people!

For more info, feel free to contact Mike Gilbert :

604-722-9703

or at Tenforward ( ask for either Vlad or Min):

604-484-6513

See you soon!

-Mike