I haven’t posted in a long time as it’s been challenging to find some free time to put a post together.  Also, after pausing for so long, it’s been hard to get back on the horse.  I haven’t written about Boutiqueoeuff (the name of this blog) for some time so it’s fitting that this first blog entry is about the Oeuffs.

Back in February, the Design Exchange (DX) museum in Toronto held an exhbition called “This is Not a Toy”.  The exhibition showcased “contemporary sculptures, figures and artworks freauing works by Takashi Murakami, KAWS, Coarse, Huck Gee, Friends With You and others”.  Pharrell Willams served as guest curator alongside co-curators John Wee Tom and Sara Nickleson from DX.

Here’s some of the ads:

 

Having seen many of the pieces in person or online and actually owning a fair share myself, I didn’t think much to go see the exhibit.  However, after taking the family to see it, I have to say the curators did a fantastic job and there were some really great pieces to see in person.  For me, the highlights were the super large AT AT walker by Bill McMullen, the huge wooden KAWS piece along with several KAWS paintings, the Baby Milo on Horse and the Murakami/Pharrell/Jacob sculpture entitled “The Simple Things”.  These were all pieces you’d be hard pressed to find anywhere else.

Here’s some pics of the exhibition courtesy of High Snobiety:

During the final week of the exhibit, the Oeuffs were fortunate to make an appearance at the show!  During the closing party, “This is Not a Work Event” (also held at the Design Exchange), I was lucky to be asked to set up a display of Oeuffs.  To be able to be associated with the Design Exchange and such an incredible exhibit (even for a relatively small part) was a fantastic experience and quite a highlight for me.  The Oeuffs remained on display in the lobby for the final weekend of the show.  Thank you to Sara and the Design Exchange for the opportunity.  Here’s some shots of the Oeuffs and the set up process (thanks to Justin and my pals who came out to support).