Atama

Looks cool but it was closed today at 4:45. Lots of Kidrobot and some painted Star Wars stuff I’ll try it again when it should be open

ATAMA is this wonderful little gem tucked away in Mockingbird station. If you don’t know what you’re looking for, you probably won’t ever stumble upon this place. It’s right next door to Urban Taco for those of you individuals that need a landmark.
I was introduced to ATAMA by a colleague a few months ago and have been going to shows ever since. I’ve seen Jeremy Biggers, Shamsy Roomiani and Wheron here so I’ve been quite a few times.
During showing openings, there will usually be a pretty large crowd, a keg, and two poodles running around. I’ve also attended a show closing/​ending event and think there was a keg still present. Moral of the story, there’s usually booze around more often than not.
There is still plenty of artwork from previous shows hung all over the walls. There is also a very impressive collection of collectible figurines and vinyls. They’ll post upcoming shows on their Facebook so be on the lookout for those if you don’t hear about them via word of mouth.

Dallas’ art scene exists where our citizens crave more culture than the concrete and strip malls of our suburban new money heritage.
ATAMA is a substantial little gem in our crown with vinyl art toys, illustrative art work and an urban street sensibility.
«When Kidrobot closed in 2010 we decided to open our version.» The down to earth proprietor explained.
If you like art and cartoony funky you’ll like it here.
«Reminds me of the Miami art scene.» I told him.
These guys know what they are talking about when it comes to fun pop-​y street style art.
Toys, drawings, paintings, and other good gift giving things. Check out the rotating wall that gets re tagged quit frequently.

LOTS OF GREAT ART! Don’t let the «toys» categorization confuse you: their toy selection are only those paintable vinyl toys along with cute «surprise» toys. The ones where you have so much probability of getting whatever in each box. Yeah, those.
The art is awesome, but kind of pricey — I would have bought the whole store if I had the money to spare. The chick working didn’t really greet us or talk or anything. All around cool store.
service: ²⁄₅
content: ⁵⁄₅