From Curated – “Previously unannounced, the PURE TFP with Stephen Powers for Levi’s x MOCA will release this weekend (May 21, 2011). The trucker jacket series, celebrating some of the biggest names from the Art in the Streets exhibition has produced some real quality, and this is no exception. I’m an unabashed fan of ESPO, so take that for what it is worth, but I’m genuinely quite impressed by MOCA’s corporate sponsorship surrounding the exhibition as well.”

Learn a little more about the collaboration between PURE and Powers here.

Curated fills us in on the new Syracuse, NY chapter of Steve Powers’ (ESPO) love letter campaign. “The Love Letters to Syracuse project is designed to bridge a gap between too disaparate neighborhoods in the city and and transform the barrier into a point of conversation. Powers’ signature typography and wit are on full display. Follow the project at the official site.”

More images can be seen here.

Absolut Vodka has teamed up with artists Steve “EPSO” Powers and Chiho Aoshima for a new promotion called The Art of Sharing. Each artist has contributed two designs to a series of four unique drink pitchers that have been released in various sizes for different markets. Check the Absolut collector’s forum if you’re interested in tracking them all down.

Check the accompanying video below:

Campaign images can be seen after the jump.

Renowned Philly street artist Steve Powers aka ESPO speaks at the recent PSFK New York Conference. Enjoy!

Well known for his ties, Baron Von Fancy is also versed in the world of lighters, pins and other objects. His latest collab sees him team with artist Steven Powers aka EPSO on a lighter emblazoned with the words “STOLEN.” Clever. Baron Von Fancy products have sold or are currently on sale at select boutiques including colette, Opening Ceremony and aNYthing.

More flicks follow after the click.

The Selby paid a visit to artist Steve Powers aka ESPO in his studio space. It is always great getting an inside look at the spaces of creative people and especially of somebody as iconic as ESPO. The studio can be best described as a creative mess, that certainly has its own charm, with lots of art, sculptures and random inspirational pieces floating around. A full look at the feature can be seen here.

Some pictures from the studio visit also follow after the jump.

Fresh from his Philly Love Letter project, POW is offering a new Valentine’s-ish print from Steve “ESPO” Powers. “It’s a fine sentiment to be throwing around at this time of year, but due to circumstances (alcohol) beyond our control it’s a bit late in being printed. You can order it in time for valentines, but you won’t receive it in time. Still, whats more romantic than a proof of purchase on POW headed paper?” 55 x 55 cm. Six colour screen print with a glossy black finish on 330gsm white archival paper. Edition of 300. Signed and numbered by the artist.

POW has a dope new print by Steve “ESPO” Powers entitled “New York.” It’s a 25″ x 25″, four color screenprint on heavyweight archival paper, released in an edition of 125. Signed and numbered by the artist.

In addition to Complex’s Clipse x KAWS collaboration, they did a second cover featuring Young Jeezy, with illustration by Philly graf kingpin ESPO. As Complex puts it, “both artists are known for flipping American capitalism on it’s head, so the partnership was a natural fit.” Again, the issue hits stands on October 6, but you can check out the full interview and a behind the scenes video now. For those of you curious, the third cover is collabo free, but does feature the lovely Eliza Dushku.

Behind the scenes video with Young Jeezy and ESPO below.

Last month, we gave you an early look into artist Steve Powers’ (aka Espo) work with the city of Philadelphia. Now with the project underway, we’re able to offer a closer look at the finished murals. “Love Letter is literally a love letter painted on the walls facing the Market elevated train. 40 local and international artists will paint the walls in august and the letter will be on view for one and all starting as early as Labor Day. The project will encompass 50 painted walls between 63rd and 45th street on Market Street, a documentary film with scripted elements, a sign school and shop that will provide training for area youth and free signage for businesses on the market street corridor, and 2 books documenting the project. One of the books will be a small paperback that will be distributed to area businesses free of charge, for them to sell to visitors. The other book will be a larger hardcover book that will document not only the artwork, but the neighborhood and the inspirations of the Love Letter Project.”

More murals from Steve Powers “Love Letter” Project after the jump.