I am happy to announce my latest animation after a two-year hiatus. Today marks the debut of my animations, a journey I’ve been so excited to begin with you.
To my younger self, I’ve learned that love is the most powerful emotion that surpasses all others. Love is romantic, and wanting to be loved is natural. But, instead of fixating on who loves you - focus on loving those around you wholeheartedly. Use your love to heal and bring people together. I understand it’s challenging (love can be confusing) because the need to know who loves you can be overwhelming. However, what truly matters the most is your ability to share the love you have inside with those around you.
“Love Me, Love Me Not”
Animation
2024
Inspired by this latest animation’s powerful message and debut, Kai has followed it up with a few exciting projects.
First, in the spirit of the animation, Kai has decided to share love with you. Kai will be giving away “Street Hearts” (100% free) via a scavenger hunt (think of an easter egg hunt for adults, finders keepers) sponsored by Love Me Gently across Los Angeles, New York and the world famous Wynwood Walls in Miami.
Second, Kai has teamed up with New Era to create his first ever hat - those will also be free and sponsored by Love Me Gently.
Third, Kai will debut a new Bronze sculpture inspired by the animation.
And finally, Kai, with the help of Kai Editions and Love Me Gently, has created two “cut and sew” limited edition hoodies.
“Street Hearts” are inspired by the simple concept of sharing love. Kai has taken the nostalgic Valentines Day candies and put his own twist on them. Kai has enlarged the famous hearts to 4 inches tall and has constructed them out of concrete. Each heart is paired with a timeless saying on the front and a sketch by Kai on the back. There are a total of 10 variations. These hearts will be scattered and hidden across Los Angeles, New York and at the world famous Wynwood Walls.
New York - Feb. 12th
Wynwood Walls in Miami - Feb. 13th
Los Angeles - Feb. 14th
Scavenger hunt and location details will be shared via the @kaiart Instagram
“Love Hat”
New Era Pink A-Frame Snapback
“IF and Love” - Embroidered on Front
Kai Logo - Embroidered in White on Right Panel
New Era Logo - Embroidered in White on Left Panel
Love Tag - Embroidered in White on Back
Limited Edition of 100
“Love Me Love Me Not”
19.75 x 14.25 x 7.5 inches
50.1 x 36.2 x 7.5 cm
Bronze, Patina and Cement
Custom Crate
Edition of 8 + APs
2024
$28,500*Ships within 120 days
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“The Thinker”
100% cotton, 19oz
Handmade “Cut and Sew” in Los Angeles
Indigo
Printed on Front “Love” (1 colors)
Printed on Back “The Thinker” Sketch (2 colors)
Paint Splatter on Front and Sleeves (2 colors)
Kai Logo Embroidered On Right Arm in White
“Love Me Gently” Embroidered on back Right Corner
Limited Edition of 100
This custom hoodie was developed to have a relaxed fit and be worn year-round. Features garment dye, enzyme and silicon wash for soft feel.
$265
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“Love Me, Love Me Not”
100% cotton, 19oz
Handmade “Cut and Sew” in Los Angeles
Ghost Grey
Printed on Front “Love” (2 colors)
Printed on Back “Love Me, Love Me Not” Sketch (5 colors)
Paint Splatter on Front and Sleeves (2 colors)
Kai Logo Embroidered On Right Arm in Black
“Love Me Gently” Embroidered on back Right Corner
Limited Edition of 100
This custom hoodie was developed to have a relaxed fit and be worn year-round. Features garment dye, enzyme and silicon wash for soft feel.
Available at Wynwood Walls in Miami - Feb. 13th @4pm