Mark Ryden

We are heartbroken to say goodbye to our dear friend, Paul Reubens. Ten years ago, thanks to our friend Erika Larson, Marion and I were fortunate enough to meet him at one of her Brookledge Follies events. We are both gigantic fans and it was a thrill. We never expected that it would lead to a lasting friendship. Getting to know the real person behind the iconic character was an amazing privilege. Paul's wit was razor-sharp. He had a funny wise crack at every turn. But what was truly special about Paul was his immense compassion and love for animals. Visiting his home near Griffith park was like stepping into a magical world. He had a daily ritual of feeding the animals that would come down from the hills to greet him. The deer would cross his driveway to meet him. The ravens would fly in. The coyotes would eagerly show up looking for a hand out. He was like Show White! We would regularly exchange Instagram posts of interesting animals, particularly owls. He had such a kind heart. He always had a stash of crispy new bills by his door to generously tip the UPS driver and other delivery people. Paul was the ultimate "Birthday King." If you were lucky enough to be on his list, you could expect an overflowing flood of texts, gifs, and heartfelt messages throughout your special day. He really made you feel loved. He was such a special human being. Rest in peace, dear Paul. Your spirit will forever shine in our hearts. ❤️

💖 Revisiting RYDEN X BARBIE exhibition 2022 💖 Music by @florianwagnermusik #barbie

St. Barbie. 1994 Have fun tonight movie fans! ✨💖✨ @barbie @barbiethemovie #Barbie

💖Enjoy @barbiethemovie today! 💖 @barbie

Thanks to everyone who came out to help us celebrate the Summer Solstice! ✨🌞 ✨Special thanks to the amazing @cheffrederic62 for the masterpiece of culinary creations. 🍽️Fred is a true artist in the kitchen. Thanks also to the incredible musicians, @therhythmhowlers, @bleu_in_grueen, @hannahrosedexter for filling the air with your soulful melodies making the evening truly magical. 🎼 Last but not least we extend gratitude to the gifted tarot reader @thewaywitch for bringing an element of mystical enchantment to our gathering. 🔮

Marion had shoulder replacement surgery and so she can’t walk our JoJo for a while. It’s her absolute favorite thing to do so I made this little movie for her to enjoy while she’s home bound. If you want to enjoy a quiet little walk in a northwest forest to the sounds of Vashti Bunyan give it a watch. 🌲🌱🌳🌿

Released 10 years ago today. Tyler the Creator - Wolf @feliciathegoat

Uncover the intriguing universe of @markryden's "PICCOLINA YAKALINA" bronze sculpture release, featuring intricate animal symbolism that evokes a sense of wonder and mystery. Now exclusively available on @DDTStore. - “PICCOLINA YAKALINA” - “BLUSH”, “BISTRE”, “BUFF” Material: Bronze Colour: Pink / Black / White Dimensions: H165 x W66 x D53mm Edition of 20 each Packaged in a wooden box Signed and numbered certificate of authenticity - Enter Draw NOW (DDTStore.com, link in bio) Ends on: 19 Mar 9pm PDT / 20 Mar 12pm HKT - Shipping begins from June, 2023 - @markryden @MEET_Project @ARR.AllRightsReserved @DDTStore #MarkRyden #MEET_Project #AllRightsReserved #DDTStore

Explore the mysterious universe of @markryden's "PICCOLINA YAKALINA" bronze sculpture release, featuring intricate animal symbolism that evokes feelings of awe and mystery. - Coming soon to @DDTStore 🔜 Register your interest NOW (DDTStore.com, link in bio) - @markryden @MEET_Project @ARR.AllRightsReserved @DDTStore #MarkRyden #MEET_Project #AllRightsReserved #DDTStore

Happy Birthday Barbie! 🎈🎁🎂 On this day in 1959, the first Barbie dolls were introduced to the world. Today, Barbie’s impact only continues to grow. In my exhibition Pink Pop last fall, I envisioned Barbie as the Nature Queen—an icon of the feminine divine, goddess of the natural world, the animals, the woods, the grasses, the rivers, and the soil. Today I wanted to celebrate her birthday with this beautiful short film by filmmaker Mark Palansky. @misterpalansky While masculine energy exploits the earth along with its non-human inhabitants, feminine energy reveres and nurtures the living world of which we are part. With the rise of feminism and Barbie in the 1960s, we also saw the dawn of ecology and the environmental movement.  Please enjoy the show. Thank you: @refuge_studio  @alex_thiesen  @jaysonpaulbosteder @jazzyvazquez @fielddaysound.tv Music by permission from @sigurros #MarkRyden #Barbie #internationalwomensday @Barbie

The Island of Dolls in Xochimilco.

I have a few pieces at #ZonaMaco in Mexico City @kasmingallery. I am having a wonderful time visiting this beautiful city.