Altered Barbie 2008

No one knows the abuse Barbie and Ken dolls take in the hands of resourceful kids. Well, maybe no one but the dolls. My trolls all had buzz cuts and ballpoint tattoos which, I believe, they enjoyed.

Chatterbox International does childhood inventiveness one better -- at the Altered Barbie Show. The exhibit will showcase visions of 80 artists who have turned Barbie into eco-friendly art. The emphasis of the show is on environmental consciousness, reusing and recycling. The works include various interpretations of plastic as well as photography, mixed media, performance and film.

From August 1 to August 17 the Art 94124 Gallery hosts the 6th annual show. Artists reception is on August 8 (5p to 9p) and includes live theater performances, Barbie poetry slam, MC, DJ, and Live Music.

The Altered Barbie website has full exhibit and party details.

• Art 94124 Gallery
  3900B Third Street (at Fairfax)
  San Francisco, CA

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