Presented by URB Magazine, Dissizit! Brand, and The Seventh Letter, “Represent, Represent! The Tempt One Art Benefit,” is a one-time benefit show to raise funds for Tony ‘Tempt’ Quan, which will take place on Saturday, March 10, 2007 at the URB Art Gallery in Culver City. Approximately 120 artists (fellow graffiti artists and contemporary legends) are uniting for this event in sole support of Tempt. Legendary urban artists such as Barry McGee, Haze, Mr. Cartoon, and Shepard Fairey will be creating original artwork for this once-in-a-lifetime exhibition. Microsoft Zune has donated custom “Tempt One” Zune players, which will be available to purchase at the Tempt One Art Benefit opening party. These are limited to 35 players worldwide so don’t sleep!!
Join many of the artists in person from 7:00pm – 11:00pm at the URB Art Gallery, located at 8553 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232. For more information, please visit www.temptone.com or visit www.myspace.com/temptone.
Represent, Represent! is to raise funds for artist Tony ‘Tempt’ Quan, who was diagnosed with ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) in 2003, a disease characterized by progressive muscle weakness, ultimately resulting in paralysis. Tempt is from the old school era, an original graffiti writer pioneering since the early ‘80s who is known for his keen eye for simplicity, clean hand styles and is respected for his dedication to the graffiti movement. He, along with Relic, conceived one of LA’s first graffiti magazines, Big Time. Hospitalized for 19 months, those who love and care for Tempt are filled with the hope that he can return home to the loving care of his family, which will undoubtedly lift his spirits and strengthen his will to continue this war against ALS. Due to the seriousness of this disease, he will need special medical attention, around the clock nursing and equipment to sustain him in a home environment. This event will draw artists, collectors, agents, publishers, tastemakers and other industry professionals alike. All proceeds from event will be donated to the Quan family.
