/ Evolve beyond your surroundings .
Portfolio: Commissions / Exhibitions
To Evolve beyond our surroundings has always been the philosophy behind our practice. All the pieces you see in these albums were created with that mindframe. And with that as a way of communication, we have been commissioned to help enhance visual experiences for retail spaces as well as private collectors. Our works can be seen at places like Titan, Manila; Bomba Paella Bar, Singapore; Facebook, Singapore; Darkroom Army, Singapore; Blackmarket, Singapore; Surrender, Singapore; GOODSTUPH, Singapore; FICE Gallery, Salt Lake City, and +65 Supper Club, London.
We are also starting to share our works in Art galleries around the world.
We hope you enjoy this Gallery as much as we did painting these pieces - SBTG.
e: royalefam@gmail.com
SBTG 'Enjoy Napalm' Blazer + Box Set
Private Commissions 2013
"I love the smell of napalm in the morning ..... smells like..................victory. " - Kilgore in the movie Apocalypse Now (1979).
The fascination of this phrase triggered the creation of paintings in the form of alternative advertising fusing elements from soda companies and the Vietnam war.
This time, the Enjoy napalm theme is reappropriated on a pair of Nike Blazers + Wood Box set.
*Enjoy Napalm is an on going series and would be re-appropriated into various mediums.
*if you like our style and wish to enhance your retail / visual experiences. contact us at royalefam@gmail.com
SBTG Surplus Pennants
Private Collection 2013
Made out of surplus fabrics from our studio, these double sided pennants are created out of our varsity and military influences.
Individually hand painted letters, these pennants can be custom made to suit our own purpose.
Each pennant comes double sided, letters of choice / US$15.00.
Email us to order.
*if you like our style and wish to enhance your retail / visual experiences. contact us at royalefam@gmail.com
SBTG for FIN
Private Commissions 2013
Getting to know FIN from the Goodcraft show sparked off the creation of this piece.
FIN is a company that loves and makes beautiful things. Most well know for their crafted tote bags and apron, this sign illustrates what they stand for.
Stay tuned for the SBTG x FIN tote bags soon...
*if you like our style and wish to enhance your retail / visual experiences. contact us at royalefam@gmail.com
SBTG for Goodcraft
Group Exhibition 2013
Goodcraft is a group show hosted by Neighborgoods & FIN featuring 8 different customized aprons by selected artists. We are honored to be invited to contribute to this.
"I love the smell of napalm in the morning ..... smells like..................victory. " - Kilgore in the movie Apocalypse Now (1979).
The fascination of this phrase triggered the creation of paintings in the form of alternative advertising fusing elements from soda companies and the Vietnam war.
Our apron was sold during the opening night.
*Enjoy Napalm is an on going series and would be re-appropriated into various mediums.
SBTG for The Blue Ginger
Private Commissions 2013
The Blue Ginger is a restaurant located in the Business district of Singapore serving authentic Peranakan cuisine.
Being a lover of street art, the owner Marcus came to us to explore the re-appropriation of their traditional image, Sabotage style.
*if you like our style and wish to enhance your retail / visual experiences. contact us at royalefam@gmail.com
SBTG for Motozaki
Private Commissions 2013
"Give em the boot, the Roots, the Radicals...." were lyrics from a hit song by Rancid. Fusing punk rock lyrics with Sign painting sensibilities, we created this piece as part of our Alternative Advertising exploration journey.
Originally created as a decoration piece for our studio, this now resides in the bedroom of our friend, Motozaki.
*if you like our style and wish to enhance your retail / visual experiences. contact us at royalefam@gmail.com
Braincovers Helmet Art show Acrylic on Bell® Helment 2013
Braincovers Helmet Art show Acrylic on Bell® Helment 2013
Braincovers Helmet Art show Acrylic on Bell® Helment 2013
Acrylic on leather jacket . 2013
Acrylic on leather jacket . 2013
Galerie Steph 39 Keppel Road
66cm x 100cm series of 12 Acrylic on wood. 2013
Galerie Steph 39 Keppel Road
Acrylic on canvas / American flag. 120cm x 85cm 2013
Acrylic on wood 66cm x 100cm 2012
Acrylic on canvas / American flag. 120cm x 85cm 2013
SBTG for Burning Ink
Braincovers Art Show
Geneva 2013
As part of DC Shoes European annual show titled "Burning Ink", they added in another catergory titled "Braincovers" showcasing a series of customized helmets by different artists from around the world.
From Singapore, we contributed a piece titled "Rise Above" alongside our friends, Hoyeah and Rollas.
All the helmets were for sale and proceeds will go to http://aidanhasaposse.org - http://indianlarry.com/charity/ in memory of Indian Larry Motorcycle's Bob Seeger's Son, Aidan.
Our piece was auctioned off at 750Euros during the event.
*if you like our style and wish to invite us to contribute to your show. contact us at royalefam@gmail.com
SBTG for Harley Davidson
The Art of Shopping 2013
The Art of Shopping celebrates the confluence of art and shopping, where retailers at The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands® arranged for artistic interventions on the donated items by local contemporary artists. The artful items will be up for auction on August 18, 2013. Proceeds from the fundraiser supports local artists and Art Outreach Singapore.
“The leather jacket is a staple for bikers, it serves as an armor and identity. More importantly, its a symbol of will to
go far in his pursuit of freedom and self expression. The back of this jacket would bear a quote that reflects the spirit of a true freedom fighter who would go "Where Eagles Dare". No frills, just barebones.”
Acoustic Anarchy Redux
Galerie Steph 2013
5th July - 31st Aug 2013.
Artspace@Helutrans
39 Keppel Road, #01-05
Singapore 089065
Opening hours, Tues - Sat , 1230 - 630pm.
Through cultural osmosis, SBTG absorbs influences from both history and their surroundings. With these works on wood, SBTG appropriates various motifs and adroitly juxtaposes them to create a collage of convergence in culture. In Enjoy Napalm (2013), a Lufthansa flight attendant poses before a tropical war scene á la Apocalypse Now with “Enjoy Napalm” in the foreground – these are the imageries skillfully deconstructed then pulled together with playfulness and acerbic wit for a visually arresting articulation of the various recognizable idioms melting into one another.
Black Flag & Skulls of Saigon
Private commissions 2012
Info coming soon ....
Thanks for the amazing Parisian experiences time after time.
Thanks for the amazing Parisian experiences time after time.
Acoustic Anarchy Paris
DC, The Hub 2013
16th May - 22nd June 2013.
The Hub
15 rue Montorgueil, 75001 Paris.
Mr & Mrs Sabotage presented their show Acoustic Anarchy for the first time abroad at The HUB in Paris. Taking inspiration from their punk and americana influences, the duo exhibited series of exclusive artworks. The show also consisted of live performance of screenprinting.
*this show has travelled back for a Redux in Galarie Steph. July, 2013.
SBTG for Redbull Canvas Cooler
Group exhibition 2013
Info coming soon ...
Acrylic on wood 66cm x 100cm 2012
Acrylic on wood 100cm x 150cm 2012
Acrylic on wood 66cm x 100cm 2012
Enjoy Napalm series
Private commissions 2012
"I love the smell of napalm in the morning ..... smells like..................victory. " - Kilgore in the movie Apocalypse Now (1979).
The fascination of this phrase triggered the creation of paintings in the form of alternative advertising fusing elements from soda companies and the Vietnam war.
These pieces now reside in Zurich and New York.
*Enjoy Napalm is an on going series and would be re-appropriated into various mediums.
Acrylic on wood 60cm x 80cm 2012
Acrylic on wood 60cm x 80cm 2012
Acrylic on wood 60cm x 80cm 2012
Acrylic on wood 60cm x 80cm 2012
Acrylic on wood Montage 2012
Acrylic on wood Montage 2012
Acrylic on wood Montage 2012
Acrylic on wood Montage 2012
Montage of paintings + Interior concept & design (retail space)
Acrylic on wood montage 2012
Acrylic on wood montage 2012
Montage of paintings + Interior concept & design (retail space)
SBTG for DC, the Hub. Paris
Gallery space 2012
Commissioned by DC Shoes in Paris. The Hub a gallery space for art exhibitions where they showcase works from Artists that are related to the culture.
This 3 pieces were created with a Skateboard and Paris state of mind.
DC, The Hub
15 rue Montorgueil, 75001 Paris.
*if you like our style and wish to enhance your retail / visual experiences. contact us at royalefam@gmail.com
SBTG for Bomba Paella Bar
38 Martin Rd. Singapore.
2012
A friend called to discuss the possibility for a Sabotage commission piece for his new restaurant, Bomba. A Spanish Paella Bar.
The Job was to create a highlight piece for the space. The result is a fictitious character named Rosa. She stands 3.5 meters tall and has become the guardian angel for the restaurant.
for reservations: 65091680
http://www.bomba.sg/
*if you like our style and wish to enhance your retail / visual experiences. contact us at royalefam@gmail.com
Acoustic Anarchy
Flabslab. Sept 2012
The Lorong 24A Shophouse series
13 Lor 24A Geylang
Singapore
FLABSLAB is proud to present Acoustic Anarchy, the first solo exhibition of Mr. and Mrs. Sabtotage. Famed for a decade of handcrafted custom sneakers, this exhibition marks a celebration of true originality, grit and individuality. Acoustic Anarchy celebrates this Artform, showcasing a glimpse into the expanded universe of the SBTG brand. The inspiration? 10 years of archival
material and the formative inspirations of Mr. and Mrs SBTG. What then transpires is a discovery of a new journey for the next decade of SBTG.
*Acoustic Anarchy continues its Journey to Paris.
SBTG for Titan
Retail space; Basketball lifestyle / Barber shop. 2012
The Legacy continues with a store that we consider family. Back in 2010, we designed their brand identity with the lightning fist.
Come 2012, to celebrate the 2nd year anniversary and opening of a brand new Titan Babershop, the opportunity came to explore deeper into the brands DNA with a series of signs that commnuicates what being a titan is all about. We whipped up a series of hand painted wood signs for the Manila based premier basketball lifestyle store. These pieces are gonna be permanently decorating the new Titan starting from the 22nd Nov 2012.
*if you like our style and wish to enhance your retail / visual experiences. contact us at royalefam@gmail.com
SBTG for Darkroom Army
Retail space; analog cameras 2012
In early 2012, our good friend Phu visited your studio with the good folks of Peek! with the intention of building a new concept showroom for their vintage analog camera range.
During their visit, they decided to take reference from our studio textures to inject into the new space.
We ended up conceptualising and producing the space. The space also consists of a series of acrylic on wood paintings, displayed as a montage that communicates the "war" on keeping analog alive.
*if you like our style and wish to enhance your retail / visual experiences. contact us at royalefam@gmail.com
SBTG for Blackmarket No.1
Retail space; Indy Fashion 2010
Jalan Pisang
One of our very first commissions when we embarked on work outside of sneakers. At this point, we were very into the craft of sign painting. The result was a pirate like sign that bears the info and spirit of Blackmarket.
*Blackmarket at Jalan Pisang is no longer around.Please visit Blackmarket at these locations
Blackmarket No.2
Orchard Central, 181 Orchard Road
Singapore 238896
Blackmarket No.3
267/2 Điện Biên Phủ, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
*if you like our style and wish to enhance your retail / visual experiences. contact us at royalefam@gmail.com
SBTG for Surrender
Retail space; Menswear 2011
This piece was born out of a conversation about the RRL store in Paris. We used old english to describe their retail business with words like "FIne Clothiers" and "Haberdashery".
Still remains as one of our favorite pieces.
Raffles Hotel Arcade
#02-31
328 North Bridge Road
Singapore 188719
*if you like our style and wish to enhance your retail / visual experiences. contact us at royalefam@gmail.com