'Kings of Concrete - Update' (16th July 2010)

Morgans piece for Kings of Concrete "Hit The Decks" exhibition has now been sold. So it's out there in the big bad world now, starting a new life, we wish it well and just want to say that if things get a bit tough, that it can always come home, the door is always open. We will miss you, Good Luck.

More information at www.kingsofconcrete.com and www.alwaysreadthesmallprint.com

'Kings of Concrete - live painting' (5th July 2010)

As well as creating the deck for kings of concrete "hit the decks" exhibition, Morgan was also asked to do live painting at the festival.

"Another amazing weekend was had in wood quay, thank god we got the weather, although a bit windy, many huge thanks to all the organizers, there is not one difficult person to deal with at Kings of Concrete, everyone is so nice. - Morgan "

Thanks to Eoin Campbell for the photo, check out eoincampbell.net.


More information at www.kingsofconcrete.com and www.alwaysreadthesmallprint.com

'Special Commission' (13th July 2010)

Morgan was recently commissioned to do a piece for a wedding present for Brian O'Driscoll & Amy Huberman. A portrait piece on stretched canvas.

"It was an honour to be asked to do something for a couple, who in this day and age, seem to be genuinely nice people. I'm also a huge fan of the dedication that Brian shows for Ireland. I wish them all the best. - Morgan "

'Hit The Decks Update' (13th July 2010)

The exhibition has been moved and extended.

Featuring:
ADW / Anto Sands / Asbestos / Barry Hughes / BRENB / Brian Coldrick / Chris Judge / Conor & David / D$ / Donal Thornton / Gavin Beattie / Glenn Leyburn / Grim / I Am Doom / Jine / JOR / Lints / Loki / Maser / Morgan / Richard Gilligan / Richard Seabrooke / Risto / Splinky / Steve Simpson / Studio AAD / Unthink / Wes Trumble / Will St. Leger / xTTr & more.

All decks will be available to buy for 250 euro each.

More information at www.kingsofconcrete.com and www.alwaysreadthesmallprint.com

'Hit The Decks' (4th July 2010)

A custom skateboard art show featuring 30+ artists in aid of Kings of Concrete

Featuring:
ADW / Anto Sands / Asbestos / Barry Hughes / BRENB / Brian Coldrick / Chris Judge / Conor & David / D$ / Donal Thornton / Gavin Beattie / Glenn Leyburn / Grim / I Am Doom / Jine / JOR / Lints / Loki / Maser / Morgan / Richard Gilligan / Richard Seabrooke / Risto / Splinky / Steve Simpson / Studio AAD / Unthink / Wes Trumble / Will St. Leger / xTTr & more.

WHERE
The Bernard Shaw, Portobello, Dublin, Ireland

Official launch Friday 2nd July at 8pm.
All decks will be available to buy for 250 euro each.

More information at www.kingsofconcrete.com and www.alwaysreadthesmallprint.com

'Something we believe in...' (24th April 2010)

Morgan was recently asked by the inspiring Mr. Keith Donald to get involved in a very interesting project. The commission was to design a poster & Ltd Edition print for a concert in the national Concert hall in Dublin, to commemorate the birthday of Aung San Suu Kyi. we don't have space to explain her entire story here, but please see the links below, it really is an unbelievable story.

"Aung San Suu Kyi's story is one that really shouldn't even be possible in the world today. If you don't already know about this, you need to find out. An immense injustice. - Morgan"

The concert in question is on in the National Concert Hall in Dublin. We at Morgan.ie would love to see huge support. There is a big list of fantastic performers on the night and other than a celebration, it will also raise much needed awareness.

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Click here to find out more about Aung San Suu Kyi.

Click here to visit the Burma Action Ireland Website.

Click here to buy tickets for the concert.

'Morgan at the Antics Rogueshow' (24th April 2010)

Morgan was asked by the lovely Will St Leger to appear at the antics rogueshow in the Market Bar in Dublin to help destroy some old art with a great group of like minded individuals.

"a fantastic day was had and big thanks and respect to all involved. The other artists were fun to work with and the crowd were great fun to work for - Morgan"

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As part of the SoGo Festival Will St Leger is bringing back his anarchic art show Antics Rogue Show. A crew of street artists will be on hand to rework your crap suburban paintings into urban masterpieces. You bring them bad art and they'll pimp it.

This event is free (donate to the artist what you think it's worth)

Confirmed Artists: ADW - Adrian + Shane - Will St Leger - Danleo - D$ - Morgan - Karma - Fink - Sickie and more to be announced.

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Click here to visit the Antics Rogueshow facebook page.

'Morgan.ie gets co-Honored by Webby' (13th April 2010)

Morgan.ie has been freelancing for the guys at Cybercom on various projects for a good while now and we recently recieved this email after we had a few late nights trying to get a job finished and output. Fantastic news for all involved. Big thanks to all the guys at Cybercom for making an impossible project so much fun to work on.

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"Hey, I’d like to draw everyone’s attention to some fantastic news below.
Coke eBoy has been selected as an Official Honoree for the ‘Best Integrated Media Plan’ category in The 14th Annual Webby Awards – meaning it is in the top 15% of all work submitted to the Awards! Massive kudos and congratulations to Team OOK, Sheena, Luke and Morgan.ie for driving international recognition from THE global authority in our industry.

To quote Claire Hyland, the Webbies is ‘AS BIG AS IT GETS from a web perspective…. the actual awards night in NYC is a really big deal with celebrities attending’. While talking celebrity… the Webby judges actually include Beck, David Bowie, Vint Cerf, Richard Branson and Harvey Weinstein… I swear!!

What’s more… the Coke eBoy project was actually briefed and delivered in a 2 week period! For this hugely significant achievement, I’d like to thank everyone involved… through delivering on the world stage yet again for this agency. We’re getting damn good at this! Well done again!"

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Click here to see the official Honorees page.

'Morgan.ie partners with Arttraffic.co.uk' (5th Jan 2010)

Morgan.ie and the guys at www.arttraffic.co.uk have joined forces to make it easier to buy morgans original paintings online. If you get a chance, visit morgans page at the link below and you can leave comments on the pieces as well as look through all the other amazing talent up there, maybe even buy some stuff for your walls.

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Click here to see Morgans page.

Check out the Arttraffic Blog here.

'Nixon Art Mosh - San Diego' (19th Dec 2009)

The Nixon Art Mosh is a rotating art installation open for one evening of fun featuring the artwork from local artists, athletes and friends. The December 19th stop will also showcase items from Nixon's exclusive LTD Collection, featuring watches made from Tony Hawk's skatedeck as well as the leather jacket from Aerosmith's Steven Tyler.

Featured artists include: Taylor Dunfee, Grant Brittain, Chivo, Dustin Ortiz, Tyler Nelson, Michael Carter, Dave Swift, Morgan, Rob Machado, Axel Pauporte, Anthony Ghiglia and Randy Laybourne

Entertainment will be provided by DJ Chris Cote. We invite you to join Nixon from
7-11pm for an evening of drinks, appetizers, music and the great art that San Diego has to offer.

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'Irish Music Television - Best Dance video Nomination' (27th Nov 2009)

Morgan was recently nominated for the best dance music video at the first IMTV video music awards which was held in the Sugar Club in Dublin.

"A huge thanks to all involved in the awards, it was a fantastic night and a few nervous drinks were had, it was amazing to be nominated and to be in the same category as such talent, this country really has so much to give in all the creative areas, long may it continue. Massive congratulations to Le Galaxie & Killian Broderick for winning with the very deserving 'Feel the Fire'. Morgan"

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Click here to see the nominated video for Arveene & Misk - 'Hells Bells'.

'Green 19 - Irish Times restaurant review' (26th Sept 2009)

We got a very nice surprise here recently. The website we did for Green 19 restaurant on Camden Street in Dublin got a very nice quote in the Irish Times. It was already a great review of an amazing restaurant and the quote at the end was the cherry on top. (excuse the food reference). A big shout goes out to all at Green 19 as well, you guys know who you are. If you want a nice night out in a lovely place, this is it.

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Click here to visit the website.

Click Here to see the full review.

'The Good Bits' Opening Launch party (22nd Sept 2009)

Morgan has been asked to exhibit some art at the opening of Dublin's newest venue 'The Good Bits' which is situated beside Busarus on the old Radio City site. There will be a few paintings on display from the opening night until the new year.
If you are out and about, try and come down to Store Street, it is sure to be a great night.

Line up:
David Holmes
RSAG (live)
Arveene
Billy Scurry
Johnny Moy
Morgan
Jamie Skillz
Trev Radiator
Neil & Pockets
Josh Josh Josh

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'Super Limited' (10th Oct 2009)

Morgan has partnered up with Gallery Number One in Dublin to produce a specially limited pair of prints. These 2 prints, 'Streetlight' & 'Proud Mary' are only available from Gallery number one and are in a strictly limited run of 55 (never reproduced).If you would like some more information on them, you can contact gallery number one by clicking here or call them on +353 1 478 9090 or alternatively just pop into them at 1 Castle Street, Dublin 2. These prints are of the highest possible quality, and must be seen to be appreciated.

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For more info Click here

Nixon Art Mosh Hits New York (22nd Sept 2009)

Nixon hosted their first east coast installation of the “Nixon Art Mosh” this past Tuesday (September 22nd) at the X Initiative gallery in Chelsea, NYC. The Nixon Art Mosh is a rotating art installation featuring original artwork, photography, film and sculpture from Nixon friends, family and athletes as well as local NYC area artists. This week’s show featured live performances from The Mattson 2 and the Swiss one-man band, Urban Junior. Artists featured included:

Ellen Stagg
Grant Ellis
Craig Wetherby
Mike Carter
Patrick Trefz
Taylor Dunfee
Jody Morris
Marlena Detrich
Morgan
Rob Machado
Dustin Ortiz
Chivo
Keith Malloy
Mitch Abshere
PAPER
Aster Luu
Andrea Aimi
Dennis McNett
Alessandro Simonetti (ZUEK)
Gracia Villamil

Friends, team riders and locals alike packed into the gallery space for a fun and entertaining evening of art, live music and more.

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For more info Click here

STARGAZE* (27th Sept 2009)

Morgan was contacted by The Guys at D-Light Studios to display a piece at the Stargaze Exhibition. It was a fantastic day with some serious talent on display. Big Thanks to all the guys at D-Light for getting in touch.

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STARGAZE* a One Day Indoor Arts Festival will be held at D-Light Studios on the 27th of September 2009 from 10am to 10pm! STARGAZE* aims to promote and celebrate creativity in all its forms. If you would like to meet like-minded creative people, view artwork, experience live graffiti, painting and knitting, listen to live bands, enjoy Ireland’s top DJs, have a drink and something to eat, then STARGAZE* is the place for you… It’s a day out with a difference.

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact D-Light Studios at stargaze@d-lightstudios.com

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For more info Click here

Kings of Concrete. (here we go again) :) (25th - 26th July 2009)

Morgan has been asked to participate in the kings of concrete festival again in Dublin. Get down to this as its always a great couple of days. Also this year Morgan will be arranging a special trophy presentation. keep your eyes peeled and your kneepads dirty.

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The Kings of Concrete progression continues with 2009 sizing up to be the
biggest and best yet.

Now in its 4th year and spread over two days July 25th/26th this action packed adrenaline fuelled spectacle will engage, inspire and more importantly blow your minds.

With close to 10,000 people expected over the two days make sure you get your groove on early. The event is free to the public and is seriously family friendly!

The competitions are mounting up hard and fast– who’s gonna be crowned and
carry the titles for 09? Competitions include;Breakdance Battles, MC Battles, Parkour and of course our masive Sakteboarding ramps.

Over 20 different writers from all over Europe shall be taking part in this year’s festival transforming the space over the two days. What will start as a blank canvas will slowly transform into an explosion of colour, characters and creativity. A living breathing art installation right before your eyes.

Remember it’s a family affair, come along and take part or just kick back relax and enjoy the spectacle….it’s as you wish. Sunshine guaranteed!

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For more info Click here

Antics Rogueshow - @ The Bernard Shaw. (18th July 2009)

Morgan was contacted by Will to paint at the Antics Rogueshow in the Bernard Shaw. It was a fantastic day with some serious talent on display. We will try and let you know when the next one is so you can bring some stuff.

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Antics Rogue Show by Will St Leger for the Dublin Fringe Festival 2008. An anarchic art show where a crew of street artists will rework your crap suburban paintings into urban masterpieces. The audience bring us bad art and we will pimp it.

For great pics of the event by Ronan Hickey Click here

Morgan pieces now showing in The Lyndsay Gallery. (July 2009)

Morgan was contacted by Barry in the Lyndsay Gallery in Monkstown in Dublin to possibly bring some pieces out to show. After dropping out 4 pieces, an early sale was made and there are now a collection of pieces to view and purchase in Monkstown. If you are in the area drop in and say hello to Barry.

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For more info Click here

Achieving art exhibition 3. (July 17th 2009)

Morgan was again asked to design the poster and also to create a print for the exhibition. Fantastic night was had, with some great talent on display for a fantastic cause. Many thanks to everyone involved, you know who you are.

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In aid of Saplings, School for Autism, a school providing crucial early treatment for young children with autism set up and funded by parents in the absence of government help. This third Exhibition to be held in the "George Bernard Shaw" on Friday 17th July 2009.

To see more photos Click here

'La Cueva' Double Mural Commission: (April 2009)

Morgan was very kindly flown to go to Spain to paint 2 murals on the walls of a new bar in the lovely town of Tarifa called 'La Cueva'. It was 4 days of cerveza and paint fumes but the pieces turned out well and a great time was had.

" I would like to say huge thank you's to Scott and Merv and all the crew at La Cueva for a great, if a little busy, few days in their company, it was lovely being brought in to see the final few days of building and then the opening night and to see the amazing transformation into a lovely bar in a very chilled out town. If you are in the area i would highly recommend dropping in for a pint. Morgan. "