Articles by John Hogan

Eyes in the Sky

Eyes in the Sky

John P. Hogan previews KNOWLEDGES, a two day art event to be held at LA’s historic Mount Wilson Observatory this June.

Ian Svenonius: A God Among Undergrads

Ian Svenonius: A God Among Undergrads

John Hogan looks at the lasting influence of writer and rock musician Ian Svenonius, a prominent member of the bands The Make Up and Nation of Ulysses.

Yelling Fire in the Hall of Presidents

Yelling Fire in the Hall of Presidents

John P. Hogan considers Utah artist Jon McNaughton’s controversial print “The Forgotten Man” in the context of history painting and politically-charged contemporary artworks.

Just Us Boyz

Just Us Boyz

John P. Hogan looks back at Paul McCarthy and Mike Kelley’s seminal video “Family Tyranny/Cultural Soup” through the lens of internet comedy duo Tim and Eric.

Pervasive Desperation and Precious Rubbish

Pervasive Desperation and Precious Rubbish

Reflecting on the problem of artistic labor and exploitation, John Hogan looks back at the funny and caustic 1960s-era cartoons of Theodore L. Shaw.

Spewey and Me

Spewey and Me

The 1990s cult television sitcom “Get A Life” provides guest blogger John P. Hogan with an unlikely means of understanding the works of Paul McCarthy and Mike Kelley.