Deep Fried Dragon

Mark James is a London based designer and graphic artist. He has worked mainly within the music industry for the last ten years, designing artwork for the likes of the Super Furry Animals and The Charlatans as well as creating his own lifestyle products, vinyl figures and exhibition work. James caught the attention of the national UK media in 2002 when the release of his controversial vinyl figure, Chinpira: The Sweet and Tender Hooligan, caused the British FA to condemn the product. In 2004 James released the first of his mixed media Cardboy series to critical acclaim, this was followed in 2006 by the second series - Sneakers. The third instalment, Cartridges, pays homage to bubble jet ink cartridges, released September 2007. Recent projects have included art directing The Fratellis album campaign, directing the Candylion video for Gruff Rhys, whilst producing the artwork, photography and the stage set for the project. James also launched his latest vinyl concept “99% is Shit” an observation on modern life, and is working on his first solo exhibition. The SHO was created and set up by Emily and Dan as an independent venue, a gallery and a shop. With a vision to bridge the gap between different art forms and open the spectrum of gallery expectations. It fuses together traditional art with contemporary digital design and illustration, fueling a gallery/outlet offering affordable exclusive art and design pieces. A place where local and upcoming artists as well as established international designers working in diverse mediums will be able to exhibit & sell their work in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.