Film: Beetle Queen Conquers Tokyo

This was fun to see yesterday at the Film Forum. A documentary about bug collectors, beetle fiends and moth attractors. It’s a fun romp through the insect-obsessed Tokyo subculture, but not afraid to engage in a deeper discussion of the human-insect relationship. The film asks us what we can actually learn from bugs and then offers Shinto and Buddhist thoughts on the miniature lives of insects; at the same time it’s stylish and fun. There’s a Ferrari involved. There’s a review!

Rotten Tomatoes Review

New Yorker Review

Barred Owl Print

Butterflies

Buck Shed Antlers

Dead or Alive Exhibit Opens

The Museum of Arts and Design is opening an exhibit today (4/27) called Dead or Alive featuring more than 30 artists working with once-living mediums like insects, feathers, shells, bones, silkworm cocoons, plant materials, and fur. More info here! Thanks to Harry for sending me this link about it at Art Daily. The exhibit is open until October.

This Sunday at The Flea!

@ the Flea this Sunday, April 25th! Come see the Old and Dead collection at One Hanson Place this Sunday. There will be Taxidermy and Antique Prints. And squirrels. If you haven’t been to the Flea yet, it’s a wonderful experience. This is the indoor market at the Williamsburg Savings Bank Tower (Map Location Here) 10AM-5PM Check it out then stroll over to the park. Make a day of it!

Reception 1/30

Thanks to all who came and supported the Old and Dead opening! Andy Kropa Blogs the Old and Dead Showcase party here. We hope to see you again soon!

Crocodile

Christie’s Auction 2/23

http://www.christies.com/lotfinder/lot_details.aspx?from=searchresults&intObjectID=5290355&sid=7019884f-8d73-4b4f-a5fd-2770967da397Chrius

Billy Goat

Ptarmigan