New Gascot Latinpop T-Shirt Designs

Three brand new t-shirt designs are now available exclusively through my Latin Pop Shop online store! Each comes in at least two colors. CHECK THEM OUT.

Charlie's Joint

Good Hair

Midnight Jam

New T-shirt: Love & Kisses

Love & Kisses!
Look sharp in this Gascot-designed Pop Art tee. A pattern of off-set stylized lips (a common feature in John Gascot's paintings) make up a heart (another common theme in his work).
The graphic was composed from an original block print design.
Get yours HERE.

Kisses, Smooches, Mwah!

Kisses! Smooches! Mwah, darling!
This fabulously fun clutch purse is a great statement piece for day or night.
Black background with pink kisses makes it a flexible accessory.
Using linocut block I carved, I have given this vintage bag a new lease on life.
The ink is specifically made for fabric application.

Available from Latin Pop Shop on Etsy.

Best of the Bay 2017 Nominations

We've been nominated!

Hello Everyone! I am thrilled to share that I, along with the Studios at 5663 and other artists of the Pinellas Arts Village have been nominated for some awards. If you enjoy my art and community engagement through art, please take a moment to cast your vote for me in the following categories:
Best Local Visual Artist
Best Artist CL Doesn't Cover
Best Visual Arts Curator
and the Studios at 5663 team (Best Gallery-non museum) for this year's Best of the Bay‬ Awards.
Also consider casting a vote for Pinellas Arts Village artists in the following categories:
Best Art Party- Panting with Loy
Best Fashion Designer- Raul Del Castillo Designs
Best Mural- Jackie Robinson by Derek Donnelly
Best Public Art (non mural)- Trojan Horse by Vince Pompei and Derek Donnelly
Best Art Exhibit (non museum)- Female Persuasion (curated by Yours Truly)

You can vote from anywhere.
Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Use the link below:
VOTE HERE 

Love Outside the Lines T-Shirts Now Available!

CLICK HERE to get yours!

ArtMode 2017/Call to Fine and Style/Fashion/Beauty Artists

The Studios at 5663 (5663 Park Blvd, Pinellas Park, FL) will proudly host ArtMode 2017: Art Meets Fashion on Saturday October 22^nd, 2016 (time TBA). This will be the inaugural presentation of what is planned to become a yearly event at the Pinellas Arts Village/Creative District. We are currently accepting submissions from local and regional designers and fine artists who wish to create and showcase 5-10 piece micro-collections of original and unique artwear. Collections may be Avant garde in nature, but they must be wearable, not costumes. Proposed collections may be submitted by teams comprised by members of any given combination of the aforementioned art and style fields or by individual creatives. Everything from artful daywear to dramatic evening pieces and statement jewelry will be considered for showcase in the jurying process. If it’s wearable and artful, it will be considered.
Please submit photos and sketches with a brief description of collection concept as well as a list of team-members (if group submission) to event organizer John Gascot: jgascot@gascot.com
Selected samples of past works which might help support your eligibility or concept are also welcome.

Submission Deadline: Friday July 1, 2016
Notification: All submitting will be notified of acceptance or otherwise by no later than Friday July 15.
Show Date: Saturday, October 22, 2016.
A fee of $25-$50 per collection (depending on size) will apply to final round artists/designers who commit to showcasing at the event. All fees will be applied to promotion and execution costs.
SUBMISSION IS FREE.

Happy Owners of Latin Pop Art Bags

Get yours here.

Ralph Lauren Boyfriend Jeans are Bullshit, Pt. 2

A few weeks ago I got this little rant off my chest:

I want to make it clear that while I called RL paint-splattered Boyfriend jeans "poser-gear", I do appreciate people finding artists's style inspiring and wanting to incorporate it into theirs. It is flattering. My issue is not really with the person who wants to wear a jean that has paint splatters on it, but with that who would rather hand over $165 for a brand name label rather than $20-$30 to an actual working artist who would most-likely be happy to add some authentic flare to a pair of jeans.

Imagine my surprise (and joy) when I heard from one of my collectors who watched the video that she would be sending me a pair of her jeans! She actually sent two. They lived with me in the studio for a week, at times actually "painting" with me as I placed them over my apron while I worked. Below, I am including a screenshot of RL Boyfriend jeans and a few of MY very own Gascot "BF" jeans (why not, I could be your friend, and I am a boy).

Don't be shy. Tell me what you think.
Want an authentic artsy jean? As I mentioned in the video, email me at jgascot@gascot.com and send me yours. I'm happy to do the job at a fraction of what the non-painter big brand name designer guy charges.

Let's make some art!

Gascot BF Jeans

Gascot BF Jeans

Gascot BF Jeans

Ralph Lauren Boyfriend Jeans- $165 per pair

Ralph Lauren Boyfriend Jeans are Bullshit

Mother's Day Sale

Take 15% off any art or t-shirt purchase of $25 or more. 

Use #promocode BESTMOM

Offer is good for this weekend only.

Visit Latin Pop Shop and enjoy!

Double Trouble

Meet Delicious Diva and Pretty Pretty Pirate.
Born of a single stencil and separated shortly thereafter, this pair of divinely devious sisters are gracing these new artist-made Latin Pop Shop tees.
While Delicious Diva made her dreams of becoming a fashion icon true, Pretty Pretty Pirate packed up her cosmetic bag and took off for the high seas in search of booty (boo-tay) and adventure.

Delicious Diva Tee available from Latin Pop Shop.

Pretty Pretty Pirate Tee available from Latin Pop Shop.

Fun with Menswear

Men's Teal Jacket, acrylic on canvas panel, 8" x 10"

Men's Striped Jacket, acrylic on canvas panel, 8" x 10"

Men's Cardigan, acrylic on canvas panel, 8" x 10"

These paintings are currently available from Latin Pop Shop on Etsy.

Holiday Flair!

My 2012 Christmas card is here!
Each pack includes 10 glossy 5.47" x 4.21" postcards and 10 matching envelopes.
Each card has the greeting: "Merry Christmas!" printed on the back.
Postcards can be easily framed as art prints!
ORDER YOURS TODAY!

"Menagerie" at Cafe Asia

WHEN: Thursday, April 12, 2012 @ 8:00PM-12:00AM
*After-Party with our DJ - dJESSa - 12AM - 2AM
DOORS OPEN: 8PM / 2ND & 3RD FLOOR ART Gallery OPENS @ 9PM

WHERE: Cafe Asia DC | 1720 I Street NW | Washington, DC
DETAILS: 21+ event. Cocktail attire. Tickets are $10 via presale. $15 at the door.

Purchase your tickets today!
Be among my first 20 supporters for this event and receive a FREE one-of-a-kind signed Gascot linocut print!

Excuses For Bad Behavior Part 1

I was obsessed with this album when it was first released in 1991. I played it (on tape) over and over and over. I still love it and I am still enamored with Sandra's picture on the cover. Fashion!



This song and "Phone Sex" (of which I can only find remixes on youtube, sigh!) are personal favorites.

An Oscar Season Public Service Announcement

Ladies, DO NOT LET THIS MAN DRESS YOU!




Prince and grandchild date, ballerina Misty Copeland attended Elton John's Oscar party yesterday.
Perhaps the poor girl has never heard of Kim Basinger.



PS. I believe Prince is wearing a design from Liza Minnelli's upcoming QVC collection.

Some Random Notes On Oscar Fashion

Oh Melissa, this doesn't even look like the type of doily grandma used to make. It's the plastic kind bakeries put under cakes and pastries. How many boxes of cannolis did your stylist have to order to put this beauty together?? Ay Maron!


Who brings their chickens to the Oscars?
WTF is she wearing wedgies??


Well, it's official: Sharon Stone is a bird-eating zombie.


During the red carpet show, Nicole said "I love this dress because of its structure. It's really comfortable, even though it doesn't look it."

Oh, Nicole...it looks it.

12 Chinas

China Machado is fierceness personified.
For those who might not be familiar with China, here's an excerpt from a wonderful W Magazine article on her:

At age 19, China Machado ran away with the most famous bullfighter in the world. What followed that impulsive decision was a charmed life of mystique and chic: She modeled for the great couture houses of Paris and then made fashion history as the first non-Caucasian face to grace a major American magazine.

Read More here.

China's timeless beauty and grace was the inspiration for a recently completed 12-piece commissioned series.



China (Purple Zebra)
acrylic on canvas
12" x 12"



China (Zebra With Bubbles)
acrylic on canvas
12" x 12"



China (Purple and Yellow)
acrylic on canvas
12" x 12"

Get Well Soon, Gabourey Sidibe

Much attention is being paid to Gabourey Sidibe's Elle cover. There is controversy on whether her skin might have been photoshopped to look lighter or not.

Why is everyone ignoring the fact that there is clearly some sort of wild animal gnawing at her head???

Our thoughts are with you, Gabourey. Get well soon!

DIY Fashion: Runway Looks for Less

I might introduce a new segment to my blog.
Segment...as if The Gascot Method were a variety show LOL.

We'll call it:

DIY FASHION
Runway Looks for Less

Our first look will be this lovely ensemble (to impress your friends pronounce: ensemBLAH, strong emphasis on the BLAH!) was plucked from a recent Michael Kors collection (thanks becca!).




You might be looking at this and saying to yourself "I love adding inches and poundage to my hips and thighs, but I'd never be able to afford a skirt like that."
Ok, first of all, quit talking to yourself. It makes your co-workers think you're crazy.
Secondly: YES YOU CAN!

Your fab faux-Kors skirt is waiting for you at your nearest Home Depot!



For a touch of authenticity, I suggest the following footwear:




And don't forget to accessorize!
Stop by Party City on your way home and pick up a bag of these.



Happy Shopping!