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With “In All Good Company” coming up very next week, let’s meet some more of the great artists who will have their work on display and for sale at what is shaping up to be the largest Grateful Dead Art Show, ever. Read about the artists in Part 1 of our series and Part 2 and stop by the show July 3, 4 & 5 at Congress Plaza Hotel, 1 mile north of Soldier Field on Michigan Avenue!

Andrew Bryant

Pin designer and maker Andrew Bryant will have multiple versions of the popular “In lights” series from various eras and stage setups of the dead history as well as a 5 piece puzzle set and show specific pins for the 3 night run in Chicago, as well as 13 point belt buckles, lapel pins and mini prints of a few of the designs. Andrew will also be doing a raffle for a full set of all items (including the very special LE of 13 gold plated items) as well as many smaller winners throughout the day. All of the items will be debuted at the art show on July 4th and will be sold exclusively at the show besides a very limited (25 units) blind pre-sale package for all items.

Dates Exhibiting: July 4

Dead Images by Robbi Cohn

The only officially licensed Grateful Dead photographer, Robbi Cohn of Dead Images features matted and framed art, licensed by the Grateful Dead as well as Jerry Garcia’s estate. There will be very special limited edition pieces printed on aluminum.

Dates Exhibiting: July 3, 4 & 5

Mountain Family Stained Glass

Grateful Dead inspired stained glass and assorted suncatchers can be found from Matt Etner and Mountain Family Glass.

Dates Exhibiting: July 3, 4 & 5

Sunshine Daydream Chicago

Featuring posters, collectibles and 50th anniversary merchandise, Sunshine Daydream Hippie Shop will feature vintage Grateful Dead posters, Stanley Mouse designed wall sculptures, GD Hot Wheels cars and officially licensed GD merchandise. Additionally, Sunshine Daydream has contributed a Sunday ticket to the fundraising efforts of Summer Camp Music Festival’s ‘Make A Difference’ table.

Dates Exhibiting: July 3, 4 & 5

Dead Art

Meet the Artists of “In All Good Company”, Part 2

June 25, 2015 Pete Mason Leave a comment

With “In All Good Company” coming up very next week, let’s meet some more of the great artists who will have their work on display and for sale at what is shaping up to be the largest Grateful Dead Art Show, ever. Read about the artists in Part 1 of our series and stop by the show July 3, 4 & 5 at Congress Plaza Hotel, 1 mile north of Soldier Field on Michigan Avenue!

Pinsanity Designs

Pinsanity Designs Pins has t-shirts, hats and other accessories and will be selling new, current, and even a few sold out pin designs. Pinsanity Designs will drop two new pin designs to celebrate the Grateful Dead 50th anniversary. One will be a continuation of their 8 Ball series, and the other is the first in a new pin series inspired by sunglasses.

Dates Exhibiting: July 3, 4 & 5

Mark Serlo

Serlo Studios Prints, Pins, and Hats will feature a new five color silkscreen, an additional print, new pins, and a snap back hat, all commemorating the event.

Dates Exhibiting: July 3, 4 & 5

Art by Acorn

Ashley Cornwall with Art by Acorn will feature her original artwork, abstract paintings and illustrations, watercolor and acrylic paintings, ink illustrations, portraits and prints.

Dates Exhibiting: July 4

Phil Kutno

Phil Kutno features his own paintings, drawings and prints as well as a psychedelic stream of consciousness with figurative drawings and counter-culture portraiture in oil as well as in pencil.

Dates Exhibiting: July 3, 4 & 5

Dead Art, media

Postcard Giveaway at Grateful Dead 50th Anniversary Concerts

June 25, 2015 Pete Mason Leave a comment

Fans attending the Grateful Dead 50th Anniversary concerts can take home a set of four limited-edition Fare Thee Well postcards, distributed for free in the “Participation Row” area at Levi’s Stadium (Santa Clara, CA, June 27th & 28th) and Soldier Field (Chicago, July 3rd – 5th).

To receive a postcard, fans just need to visit one of 17 non-profit organizations who have info tables on Participation Row, and take a designated “action.” Collectively, the actions are dubbed the “17 Ways Deadheads Can Change the World. ” They include things like writing letters to elected officials, posting photos to social media or signing up to be an organ donor.

For $1, HeadCount representatives will stamp and mail any postcard, creating a great way for fans to share the Fare Thee Well experience with friends who could not be there in person.

The postcards were designed by renowned artists Mike DuBois, Jeff Trohldahl and Una Toibin all of whom have worked with members of the Grateful Dead or their affiliates in the past. The collection also includes work by Jessica Muessen, whose beautifully decorated envelope sent in to order Fare Thee Well tickets by mail was seen by millions on the Internet.

Only 2,500 of each postcard will be available (10,000 total), so fans are encouraged to arrive early and visit Participation Row well before the music begins each night. If all the postcards are distributed, it means exactly 10,000 socially-conscious actions will have been taken.

The four postcards celebrate four different themes of Grateful Dead philanthropy – “Freedom,” “Compassion,” “Stewardship” and “Community.”

Participation Row will be at all five Fare Thee Well concerts. In Santa Clara, you can visit the non-profits at the north end of the stadium near Intel Gate A as well as under the stairs to the 700 level. In Chicago, visit the South Courtyard near gates 0-6. In both cities there will also be a silent auction featuring the only items signed by the Grateful Dead and their guest performers during the concerts. More information can be found at Headcount.

Dead Art

Meet the Artists of “In All Good Company”, Part 1

June 24, 2015 Pete Mason Leave a comment

With “In All Good Company” coming up very quickly, it’s time to meet some of the great artists who will have their work on display and for sale at what is shaping up to be the largest Grateful Dead Art Show, ever.

Over the next week, you’ll be able to get to know the confirmed artists that will be on hand and what days they will be exhibiting their art. Limited editions, rare items, ‘Fare Thee Well’ inspired art and anything from posters to pins, tye-dies to photography can be found at the show, as well as Summer Camp’s ‘Make a Difference’ table which will have items for sale to benefit a local charity and The Mockingbird Foundation while holding a raffle for tickets, art and much more. Read more about the event here and plan to stop by July 3rd, 4th and 5th from 12-6pm at Congress Plaza Hotel, 1 mile north of Soldier Field on Michigan Avenue

Looking at this photo, Soldier Field is one mile to the left of Congress Plaza, a very short walk and on the way to the show!

The Art of Ryan Kerrigan

First up is Ryan Kerrigan, with limited edition posters, canvases, pins, stickers and various other ephemera on display at this installment from PhanArt Presents. On display will be Ryan’s first (Fare Thee Well) and second (Silver Stealie) officially licensed Grateful Dead pins, as well as a brand new canvas entitled “Here Comes Sunshine”, a 9″x9″ edition of 50. Additionally Ryan will have Chicago and Santa Clara ‘Happy Fish’ pins, stickers and posters, plus an aquarium silk screened blacklight poster.

Dates Exhibiting: July 4

Move Brightly

The official representatives of famed Tie-dye artist Courtenay Pollock, Move Brightly will have original Tie dye art panels on exhibit and for sale.

Dates Exhibiting: July 3, 4 & 5

Michael Boyer

Chicago native Michael Boyer will have screen-printed foil posters as well as two Grateful Dead basketball jerseys for sale. The poster, is a 3-color, 18″ x 24″ screen-printed foil while the jerseys represent the Dire Wolves and Terrapins teams. Each jersey is individualized with non-repeating numbers just like a signed and numbered print.

Dates Exhibiting: July 3, 4 & 5

S.A.W. Family Creations

It’s Christmas in July! With handmade ornaments made from recycled Christmas trees, S.A.W. Family Creations collect over 200 Christmas trees each year and make them into ornaments that are handmade, hand painted, and music inspired. Each ornament is one of a kind.

Dates Exhibiting: July 3, 4 & 5
Stay tuned for more info on more than 30 artists exhibiting at “In All Good Company” every day through July 2! See you in Chicago!

Dead Art

“Forever Grateful” Blotter Art by Lizzy Layne

June 23, 2015 Pete Mason Leave a comment

This original blotter art design was created by artist Lizzy Layne to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Grateful Dead and their Fare Thee Well shows in 2015. This blotter art ships starting Saturday, June 27 and can also be purchased at the PhanArt table at In All Good Company.

Concert Posters, Dead Art, media

Here is the Final Lineup of Artists for “In All Good Company”

June 18, 2015 Pete Mason 2 Comments

PhanArt Presents has announced the final lineup of artists for “In All Good Company”, the largest ever exhibition of Grateful Dead art and artists celebrating 50 years of Grateful Dead inspired art and featuring an extensive range of artists who draw inspiration from the music of the Grateful Dead.

The art exhibition will be held July 3, 4 and 5 from 12pm–6pm daily at the historic Congress Plaza Hotel, 520 South Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL, located near Grant Park. This one of a kind art show, created and produced by Pete Mason, will be held during the final performances of the ‘core four’ of the Grateful Dead during ‘Fare Thee Well’ at Soldier Field.

The lineup of confirmed artists who will have art on display throughout the weekend include those who have been a part of the Grateful Dead art scene since the band’s beginnings as well as poster and pin artists who have risen to prominence in recent decades.

Poster artists include John Warner, Phil Kutno, Richard Biffle, TRiPP, Good Thoughts Printing, Jeff Troldahl, Not Fade Away Artworks, Jim Pollock, Michael Boyer, Mark Serlo, The Art of Ryan Kerrigan, all of whom will have a variety of prints available from across the portfolio of the Grateful Dead’s history.

Pin makers on hand at “In All Good Company” include Kingpin Designs, Dr. Wookles, Pin Me Down, Andrew Bryant, Pinsanity Designs Zenster and Dave Bangert, each of which will feature their ever-popular pin series and designs, as well as other items made specifically for the Fare Thee Well shows.

Clothing makers Uncle John’s Outfitters, Erin Cadigan, Get Shit Done, Heady Teddy’s Outfitters, Grateful Girls Scarves, Eden’s Rose Foundation, Lot Life, S.A.W. Creations, Vintage Dead and The Shakedown Shop will have a variety of clothing styles and hats and accessories, perfect for fans of all ages.

Photography exhibits by Dead Images from Robbi Cohn and Scott Harris Photo highlight and connect eras of the Grateful Dead with prints for sale.

Tye-Dye artist Courtenay Pollock, who crafted the tye-dye backdrops used by the Grateful Dead during their career will have the original articles on sale. Rhoney Stanley will be on hand to meet fans and sell copies of her book “Owsley and Me: My LSD Family.”

Exhibitors with a variety of art include Mountain Family Glass, Sunshine Daydream Hippie Shop, Morning Dew Tye-Dyes, Easy Wind Family Creations, Amigos and Us, and Art by Acorn.

PhanArt is thrilled to be partnering with Summer Camp Music Festival to host a MAKE A DIFFERENCE Drive in support of a local Non-Profit Organization as well as The Mockingbird Foundation! Those that join us in supporting these organizations during each of our three days in Chicago will be entered into a daily raffle, with drawings for prizes including a printed canvas by ReverbSoul and other incredible art, Summer Camp 2016 tickets, and more TBA! Additionally, Sunshine Daydream Hippie Shop will give everyone that helps us MAKE A DIFFERENCE through the weekend an entry in their LIVE Raffle on Sunday, July 5 for a ticket to that night’s final ‘Fare Thee Well’ Grateful Dead show at Soldier Field. Be sure to RSVP to the Facebook event to get updates on how to participate.

Musical performances during the weekend feature Chicago bands Jack Straw and Under the Willow, as well as a daily playlist curated by Blank Space Media. Jack Straw brings forth a richly diverse array of music, mixing together songs by the likes of Phish, the Grateful Dead, Eric Clapton, the Allman Brothers, Old and in the Way, as well as original songs. Under the Willow blend socially conscious lyrics with intricate compositions to evoke a unique brand of songwriting that borrows from bluegrass and folk music. A Playlist Presented by Blank Space Arts will set the tone for each day while complimenting each day’s musical performance, providing an audio component to accompany the visual aspects of the art show.

In keeping with the great tradition and success of past art shows, In All Good Company will offer free entry to all patrons and tubes available for purchase. Special edition works only available at the show can be viewed on PhanArt.net and acquired exclusively at the PhanArt show.

“In All Good Company” is sponsored by John Warner Studios, NYS Music, Summer Camp Music Festival, The Body Sound Chair, Scents and Subtle Sounds, Cash or Trade and Band Shirt Archive.

Apparel, Dead Art

Sneakin Salliez Shoes By Meggy Schaeffer

April 17, 2015 Ashley Driscoll 1 Comment

Sneakin Salliez are custom painted music-inspired sneakers and feature a number of different designs! Most of the shoes are Phish/ Grateful Dead inspired but the artist is open to music related custom orders. Every pair of Sneakin Salliez are hand painted with satin acrylic paint and sealed with a gloss finish. Some designs are re-created with every shoe but never exactly the same, so each pair is completely unique.

From the artist, Meggy Schaeffer: “It makes me so happy that my artwork is involved with such a beautiful community and I am forever grateful to connect with my customers…it lights me up to light you up! Thank you so much for checking out my artwork!”

Various sizes and styles available. Browse and Buy now: Sneakin Salliez

Concert Posters, Dead Art, media

PhanArt Presents: In All Good Company Celebrating 50 Years of Grateful Art

February 10, 2015 Pete Mason Leave a comment

In All Good Company, an art show celebrating 50 years of Grateful art will be held at Congress Plaza Hotel in Chicago, IL on July 3, 4 & 5, 2015. Presented by PhanArt, this extensive art show will feature artists from across the history of the Grateful Dead, exhibiting and selling a wide variety of art and memorabilia.

This one of a kind art show will be held on each day of “Fare Thee Well: Celebrating 50 Years of Grateful Dead”, held at Chicago’s Soldier Field July 3-5, 2015, reuniting the ‘Core Four’ of the Grateful Dead alongside Trey Anastasio, Bruce Hornsby and Jeff Chimenti.

The lineup for In All Good Company will be announced in the spring.

For more information, stay tuned to www.phanart.net

Dead Art

The Earliest Fan Art – Grateful Dead Mail Order Envelopes

January 21, 2015 Pete Mason Leave a comment

With the announcement of ‘Fare Thee Well’ and an old school mail order period that resulted in thousands to ticket requests sent in the old-fashioned way, a style of art that has thus far disappeared with the advent of online ticket lotteries has made a resurgence, if only for a brief time.

Grateful Dead fans have made their mail order request envelopes unique in the past and fans both new and old took great efforts to make art out of their envelopes. With the advent of social media, fans can share these before they head off to be fulfilled (fingers crossed) and the envelopes (hopefully) used as part of a future exhibit to showcase the love for the music of the Grateful Dead.

Thanks to folks who posted on the PhanArt Facebook Page, Deadheadland and Treyfuldeadmemes for sharing some of these envelopes and check out an extensive historical archive of envelopes via Grateful Dead Online Archive. If you want your envelope featured, add a photo to this post on Facebook or email phanart@gmail.com.