This week Los Angeles design studio Poketo debuted a new line of fun and colorful accessories, available exclusively and for a limited time only at Target. Twenty-one artists created the designs for this fifty-two piece collection. Accessories include totes, messenger bags, laptop cases, umbrellas, wallets and more. On the weekender bags, Dan Funderburgh's detailed patterns in black and white and Mike Perry colorful and cheery hand drawn geometric shapes are sure to be snapped up by collectors and new fans. more ›

On Saturday night, Space 15 Twenty will transform into a living art market called "Los Angeles, I'm Yours". This Poketo and Kitsune Noir collaboration is the brainchild of Ted Vadakan and Angie Myung of Poketo and Bobby Solomon of Kitsune Noir. The market will feature the work of more that 30 artists and promises to be an innovative and inspiring love letter to LA. more ›

Here at LAist, we love to shop local. This year in our "LAist Goes Shopping" series, from downtown to Abbot Kinney we found amazing things by talented independent designers, as well as vintage jewelry, Japanese housewares, and pop culture themed pop-up shops. House of Love & Luck On La Cienega next to The Roger Room and Largo at the Coronet, The House of Love & Luck is full of beautiful vintage costume jewelry. more ›

Rain or shine Poketo will open their doors this Saturday for the annual Poketo Holiday Warehouse Sale at their Barker Block headquarters. Founded by Ted Vadakan and Angie Myung, Poketo promotes the work of top international artists by creating limited edition art, accessories, apparel, and decor. more ›

Yesterday Bobby Solomon of Kitsune Noir announced his collaboration with Poketo. The Kitsune Noir + Poketo SPACETIME Collection feature the illustrations of Damien Correll, Cody Hudson, Andy J. Miller, and Mike Perry on Poketo shirts, wallets, and wall decals. more ›

Today Comic-Con 2009 in San Diego wraps up a week of wacky costumes, events, panels, and general fandemonium. This year the toy section has grown into a collectors wonderland. In addition to the exclusives by STRANGEco, Super7, and Pullip, Michele Reverte checked out merchandise by Gama-Go, Tokidoki, Kidrobot, and found a place to play Nintendo DS. more ›

Stores and restaurants are popping up everywhere. These temporary spaces turn shopping and eating into an adventure. At Royal/T in Culver City, the Poketo Pop-Up Shop is filled with original art and colorful designs and a special pix-fixe Poketo menu is being served in the cafe. more ›

The art gallery Poketo and Royal/T are teaming up tonight for a Karaoke Dance Party from 8 pm-1 am at Royal/T. Dance or sing. The choice is yours. If you sign up for karaoke, there’s a chance you could be Poketo’s first Karaoke Idol -- and walk away with some pretty sweet prizes. Poketo’s pop-up shop open will be open all night as well as Royal/T’s cafe and bar, serving beer, wine, and Poketo's Japanese street food inspired menu throughout the evening. Come early for happy hour(s) from 8-10 pm. There’s no cover charge either. RSVP here. more ›

The Getty Museum presents Women Twirling: Jo Ann Callis, Gay Block and Catherine Opie in Coversation tonight at 7 pm. The three photographers talk about “art, life, and domesticity on the occasion of the exhibition Jo Ann Callis: Woman Twirling,” which is on view through August 9 at the Getty Center. In the exhibit, salt shakers, gloves, and doughnuts become sensual and ominous. Women twirl, do handstands, emerge from water. Admission is free, but reservations are required. Call (310) 440-7300 or visit www.getty.edu to make reservations. more ›

Downtown LA’s Poketo Studio is hosting an evening of art and music in the show “Bang! Bang! Draw!” tonight at 7 pm. Her Space Holiday will kick the night off with a live performance followed by a moderated Q&A session with the pop outfit and Tokyo-based illustrator-designer Heisuke "PCP" Kitazawa. The official art show and party follows right after until 10 pm. Admission is free and desserts and drinks will be provided. more ›