Joshua Vides Unveils Monochrome Garage for ‘Check Engine Light’ in NYC

Taking over the Morton Street Partners garage in the west side.

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Joshua Vides has pulled Check Engine Light into New York City, transforming Morton Street Partners into a high-contrast mechanic’s workshop complete with painted foam tires, racing hoods, limited-edition acrylic tools and a fully customized limousine as its striking centerpiece.

Following the success of the Los Angeles debut, the NYC iteration deepens Vides’ exploration of car culture, craftsmanship, and consumer aspiration, all rendered in his signature black-and-white sketch style. The show, produced in collaboration with Cart Dept and No More Rulers, turns the gallery into a surreal garage where utility becomes art and the familiar becomes cartoonishly uncanny.

At the heart of the project is a zine and limited edition print released by No More Rulers as part of its Capturing Creativity series. Designed as a visual study, the zine documents Vides’ process through a curated mix of studio ephemera, moodboards, and production shots. It serves as a tactile extension of the exhibition and offers a glimpse into the imagination behind the work. Each print in the edition is signed by the artist and limited to 220 units. Purchase one now on No More Rulers’ website for $200 USD.

The exhibition is packed with programming, Vides engaged in a live conversation with renowned artist Eric Haze, moderated by multidisciplinary creative, Set Free. The artist is engaging in a live painting session today and much more. Check Engine Light is now open at Morton Street Partners through May 6.

Morton Street Partners
16 Morton St Garage
New York, NY 10014

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