AJ Masthay is a master printmaker redefining the art of the concert poster through the meticulous craft of reduction block printing, called “suicide prints,” which he carves entirely by hand.

In a landscape dominated by digital design, @ajmasthay keeps it old-school. Each of his seminal works is built layer by layer from a single block, printed in multiple colors as the surface is gradually carved away. Once a layer is printed, it’s gone forever, adding an intensity and precision that defines his style. Within his technique, there can be no mistakes. 

Drawing inspiration from nature, life drawing, vintage sign painters, and a hint of ’60s pin-striping, his pieces balance narrative, movement, and bold composition. Each commission becomes its own story, often woven with references to the band, venue, or city.

Born and raised in Connecticut, Masthay studied printmaking at Hartford Art School before establishing his letterpress studio in 2001, where he still works today. His clients include the Grateful Dead, Dead & Co., Black Sabbath, Foo Fighters, South Park, and countless others.

We are honored to display a number of his pieces at the opening of “60 Years of the Grateful Dead” on December 5+6 in Grass Valley, CA, where Mathsay will be in attendance. We are also collaborating on an exclusive print drop for the show. 

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We are honored to announce that the @furtherrrcollective founded by Mars-1, Damon Soule, David Choong Lee, NoMe Edonna, and Oliver Vernon, will be creating a live painting on both nights of the “60 Years of the Grateful Dead” opening weekend, December 5th + 6th!

This legendary collective merges five distinct styles into one evolving, interdimensional field of color and form.

Their story began at Symbiosis Gathering in 2009, where an impromptu live collaboration stunned the crowd, sparking what would become an ongoing tradition of spontaneous collaboration on wild, immersive masterpieces.

Each artist is a powerhouse. Together, they transcend into another dimension entirely. Their combined styles, from Op art to the cosmically surreal, fold into one another, creating vast psychedelic terrains that feel alive and deeply interconnected ✨

Our “60 Years of the Grateful Dead” opening weekend begins on Friday, December 5th, where Furtherrr be live painting at the Bodhi Hive in Nevada City as the Dead supergroup we dubbed “White Lightening” illuminates the dance floor 🪩

Then on Saturday, they’ll continue working on this masterpiece at the opening of “60 Years of the Grateful Dead” at the Chambers Project in Grass Valley, CA.

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We are excited to announce that @johnathansinger will be doing the visual projections for both events on the opening weekend of “60 Years of the Grateful Dead,” December 5th + 6th in Grass Vally, CA.  

Johnathan Singer is a live performance artist and multidisciplinary force whose work reshapes how we experience visual art in real time. 

Through his performances, Singer pushes the boundaries of technology, pioneering new art forms built from computer-generated imagery, texture maps, custom 3D animations, and intricate special effects. These innovations activate audiences on both visual and auditory levels, creating a fully sensorial atmosphere that transcends traditional live art. 

Johnathan stands among the most celebrated visionary artists working with world-renowned lighting designers and VJs. His collaborations span Alex and Allyson Grey, Allman Brothers, Gov’t Mule, Slightly Stoopid, Shpongle, Tipper, the Grateful Dead’s 50th Anniversary shows, Dead & Company, and countless more. 

He will be providing the backdrop projections for the Dead all-star band we dubbed White Lightning at the Bodhi Hive on Friday, December 5th. Then at the opening of the exhibition on December 6th, he’ll be projection mapping the entire exterior of the gallery building. 

So mark your calendars and come on down. A time will be had by all! ...

In November 1968, the Grateful Dead played a run at the Fillmore West with Quicksilver Messenger Service and Lynn County.

While little is known about the setlists, the shows’ legendary poster by Lee Conklin, one of Bill Graham’s most prolific psychedelic artists, survives as a testament to the era.

The piece depicts a surreal, composite image of Mercury, the Roman god of travelers, thieves, and trade, formed entirely from body parts, animals, and vegetables. We are honored to have the original pen and ink drawing of this iconic poster.

This striking work, along with many other icons of Dead history, will be on display at the opening of “60 Years of the Grateful Dead” on December 5–6 in Grass Valley, CA. See you there 🎉 ...

We’re officially less than a month out from the opening of “60 Years of the Grateful Dead” on December 6th in Grass Valley, CA!

Today we’re spotlighting an artist whose iconic style helped define the Dead’s visual identity, and continues to echo through modern counterculture today: Stanley “Mouse” Miller.

The son of a Disney animator, Mouse was born in Detroit in 1940. He first made a name for himself pinstriping hot rods and designing monster shirts in the 1950s as a key figure in the emerging Kustom Kulture scene. But when the counterculture shifted west, so did Mouse.

After moving to San Francisco in 1965, he met Alton Kelley, a founding-member of the Family Dog collective. Together, they created some of the most enduring images in rock history.

Working out of Haight-Ashbury, Mouse and Kelley designed concert posters for the Avalon Ballroom that radiated the energy of the time, melding Art Nouveau and Victorian typography with wild color palettes into the visual language of psychedelia.

Their work captured the sound and spirit of the era, giving visual form to the music of the Grateful Dead, Jefferson Airplane, and Big Brother and the Holding Company, among others.

Over six decades, Stanley Mouse has continued to channel the restless spirit of rock and roll into art that transcends time. His imagery became a cornerstone of American counterculture, bridging music, mysticism, and design.

We’re honored to display a number of his seminal works at the opening of “60 Years of the Grateful Dead,” and look forward to seeing you there! ...

Happy Halloween Heads 💀

In 1980, The Grateful Dead played an epic show run. It began with 15 nights at the Warfield in San Francisco to celebrate their 15 year anniversary, and ended on Halloween, after a 10 night run at Radio City Music Hall in NYC. This show was one of the first times a rock concert was live streamed as a major broadcast on television. 

Dennis Larkins created three paintings for this run. Two became posters for the Warfield and Radio City shows, and the other became the album cover for “Dead Set.” 

Larkins’ Warfield poster is an iconic piece of California Dead history that will be proudly displayed at the opening of “60 Years of the Grateful Dead” on December 6th in Grass Valley, CA. 

So come on out and party on! 🎉 ...

Our journey to the “60 Years of the Grateful Dead” opening on December 6th wouldn’t be complete without showcasing the godfather himself: Rick Griffin.

Few artists have captured the spirit of psychedelia like Griffin, whose life and career epitomized the spirit of the counterculture movement and helped to define its artistic aesthetic.

Born in 1944 in Southern California, Griffin developed a passion for art at a young age. He got his start in the surf and skate scene, designing boards and logos, then began creating illustrations for Surfer magazine while in high school before moving on to underground comix like Zap and Man From Utopia. With intricate details, mythical creatures, and cosmic landscapes, Griffin’s art pulled viewers into a hallucinatory world of imagination and introspection.

His talent and unique style quickly gained recognition, leading him to become one of the most prominent figures of the counterculture movement in the 1960s and 1970s.

One of Griffin’s most notable contributions was his role in shaping the visual identity of the psychedelic rock scene in San Francisco. He collaborated with many renowned bands such as the Grateful Dead and Jimi Hendrix while creating iconic posters and album covers that became synonymous with the era. 

Throughout his career, Griffin continuously pushed the boundaries of his artistry, merging elements of mysticism, spirituality, and pop culture. His style evolved over time, incorporating Art Nouveau, Surrealism, and Art Deco, among others, while maintaining his distinct aesthetic.

Tragically, Griffin’s life was cut short in 1991 when he passed away in a motorcycle accident in Petaluma at the age of 47. However, his artistic legacy continues to inspire and captivate audiences today. His unique blend of spirituality, symbolism, typography and graphic design continues to influence contemporary artists, and his work remains highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts alike.

We’re honored to display a number of never-before-seen works at the opening of “60 Years of the Grateful Dead” on 12/6 and honor these artifacts from the mind of a true visionary who shaped how the world saw psychedelic music and art. ...