Tosh Berman's Blog, page 102
February 25, 2021
Wallace Berman: "Untitled #40, Verifax
Wallace Berman: "Untitled #40, Verifax Collage, 6 x 6 1/2 inches, framed 12 x 12 1/2 inchesKohn Gallery is currently closed to the public. We are receiving deliveries and are available for appointment viewings. Please contact the gallery at 323 461 3311 or email Karys Judd at karys@kohngallery.com. Wearing of face coverings and signing of a waiver will be required for entry.Gallery HoursBy appointment onlyGallery Information1227 North Highland AveLos Angeles, CA 90038T 323 461 3311Parking in rear off of North Citrus Ave
February 24, 2021
February 22, 2021
Lunna Menoh Headdress 2009
My wife, Lun*na Menoh's Headdress Show from 2009. Do see the documentary film "Who Is Lun*na Menoh?"
Skylight Books has All Three Tosh Berman Book Titles
All three of my titles are available at Skylight Books. You can get them here:
February 21, 2021
Wallace Berman: "Untitled" (Louis Armstrong/Syringe in Mouth) 1946, 13 x 11 1/4 inches.
Wallace Berman "Untitled" (Louis Armstrong/Syringe in Mouth) 1946, 13 x 11 1/4 inches.
Who Is Lun*na Menoh | Film Festival Trailer
The film festival trailer for "Who Is Lun*na Menoh?"
February 20, 2021
Wallace Berman "Untitled (Faceless Faces with Kabbalah) 1963-1970
Wallace Berman "Untitled (Faceless Faces with Kabbalah) 1963-1970, Paint on Photograph mounted on board with hand-applied varnish, 34 by 30 Inches. At the Kohn Gallery.https://www.kohngallery.com/berman
The Greatness of Mazouni's song "écoute-moi canarade
I'm not even sure when this song was recorded, but I adore "écoute-moi canarade. I just ordered the compilation and it's in the mail. Still, I think this is a perfect song. I love the solo trumpet. You can hear it here: "écoute-moi canarade" by Mazouni
Taz on YouTube translated the lyrics:
Oh listen to me comradeDrop this girlYou hear meShe will make you sickAnd you will suffer a long timeI know you love himYou gave him your soulI know you love himYou gave him your soulBut she never liked you comradeShe takes advantage of you and you are happyEven his words are coldYou must feel itHoweverLook well in the mirrorAnd think it's importantYou chose a thorny alasIt's not a spring roseI know you love himYou gave him your soulI know you love himYou gave him your soulDo not count on his promises anymoreShe will not love youEven at one hundred yearsShe played you double-facedIt will change every momentHow she took you for a foolBut you find all this is goodDo not tell me no, it's uselessBecause for meYou are a conI know you love himYou gave him your soulI know you love himYou gave him your soulI know you love himYou gave him your soulI know you love himYou gave him your soulBe a little proudLeave her aloneShe's making fun of youCan not you see it?I understand youIt is not easyBecause where are you goingYou shout his nameIt's not for your beautiful eyes, by the wayIf she took your arm in front of peopleYou want to play Romeo and JulietBut she does not thinkWhat has her loversI know you love himYou gave him your soulI know you love himYou gave him your soulYou're getting drunkBecause of a little girlYou who believe you to be intelligentExcuse me reallyYou are stupidIt's not your faultMr. PigeonI beg you oh comradeYou look like you're not hereI know these jokesI have already been thereI know you love himYou gave him your soulI know you love himYou gave him your soulBut who is this comrade?I speak aloneNobody is thereSo it's me the comradeThe poor conAnd here I am
February 19, 2021
The Prisoner in Lockdown
It's very moving and odd at the same time to watch "The Prisoner" during lockdown mode. I'm now committed to watching the entire series in order, and it's a pleasure to return home. I get a great sense of comfort in knowing that No. 6 is outsmarting his captors in such a brilliant and funny manner. I understand the pleasures of such shows as "Columbo," but oddly enough, the show doesn't give me pleasure anymore. Still, "The Prisoner" is something I can watch over and over again, and it seems to open up a different emotional response from me. I love the setting of the Village, but I also love the clothing. Such as khaki pants, tennis shoes, a turtleneck shirt, a jacket with white border-lapels, and trimmings. All of it makes great sense to me. Lockdown life made bearable for me. -Tosh Berman.
