Norman Korpi

Modernism Norman Korpi Palm Springs

NORMAN KORPI GETS HIS INSPIRATION FROM UNEXPECTED PLACES

Our favorite artist, Norman Korpi, from the original cast of MTV’s The Real World, is currently displaying his latest work at Palm Springs Modernism Week and it is, indeed, modern to say the least! He was inspired by paint chip colors and the names companies give them, and created his own colorful collection of work based on revising the titles. He also put together a 200 page art book (Techno-Color Reflections) currently on Kickstarter, to be released in 2024. The book and “Paintings” (still in their liquid state in the cans!) are on display at PEEPAS on Palm Canyon Drive. You have to see it to believe it. And Norm will be there IN PERSON today! Out of town fans can visit www.peepasps.com. Can you afford Norm’s outrageous new art? Maybe… give it a look.

TOP PHOTO: Norm’s inspiration

BOTTOM PHOTO: Norm’s realization

By Janet / February 24, 2024
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REAL WORLD’S NORMAN KORPI: GAY ICON TO INVENTOR

If you happened to be alive in 1992 and watching THE FIRST DOCUMENTED REALITY SHOW – MTV’s Real World, then surely you fondly remember Norman Korpi. He was one of a group of seven twenty-somethings who had never met, but were set up to live together in a loft in New York. Their interactions were filmed for 13 eye-popping weeks and – guess what – they were only paid $100 per episode! In case you missed the series, MTV has resurrected the Real World New York on their new channel called MTV Classic. Back to Norman – he WAS the first person to come out as gay on TV, YEARS before anyone else had the courage. (Elton John still claimed to be straight back then.) Gay pioneer Norman was an artist in the 90’s, but now he’s also an inventor and we LOVE his invention: the A/Stand! It’s something EVERYBODY needs! You can check it out on normankorpi.com or Indiegogo.
(Above the real World cast in 1992 – Norman is in front. MTV didn’t take many photos then because they didn’t think the show would be a success. Below, Norman today with the A/Stand.)

http://normankorpi.com/

By Janet / August 18, 2016
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REAL WORLD STARS DID SOMETHING WORTHWHILE!

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Two of the most memorable MTV Real World alumni, inventor/artist Norman Korpi (Real World New York) and Puck (David Rainey the bike messenger– Real World San Francisco ) turned up on Capitol Hill to support their buddy, Wisconsin congressman Sean Duffy (Real World Boston.) Imagine that – a Real World star is now in politics! Duffy launched the Ovarian Cancer Caucus in honor of their MTV costar Diem Brown who died from the disease last year. Duffy gathered his MTV friends to help promote the cause. Naturally the talkative Puck had a lot to say- he mentioned that he now makes a living selling his sperm to lesbians in Los Angeles, and claims to have 7 children so far! Oh, and he was so impressed with Washington DC that he wants to run for office!

By Janet / September 30, 2015
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Halloween Norman Korpi Real World Winner

“SORRY, YOU’RE NOT ON THE LIST– YOU’LL HAVE TO GET IN LINE!”

“Real World “ alumnus Norman Korpi is not only and artist and inventor (click HERE to see his Aero-Tray) but a prize winning costume creator! He cleverly dressed up in a black suit with tinted glasses and a headset and became a VIP doorman for Halloween. He also had a clipboard, drink tickets, and a portable velvet rope. When Norm arrived at his friend’s party he set up his rope at the door and stopped arriving guests with “Sorry, you’re not >on the list” and forced them to line up obediently. After considerable harassment he let them in and set up his velvet rope at the bar. He announced it was for VIPs only and made everyone line up again! This scene repeated itself many times including in front of the bathroom and various seating areas! Some party people were puzzled “What’s with all the security?” – others “got” it and laughed their heads off. Norm won FIRST PRIZE in the costume contest and his prize was an IPad! Brilliant!

By Janet / October 31, 2013
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THE REAL WORLD’S NORMAN KORPI ISN’T JUST A PRETTY FACE

Norman Korpi made a name for himself as the voice of reason on MTV’s first season of The Real World. Besides being a reality star, he’s an artist and NOW, an inventor! Years of blood, sweat, and tears (not to mention copyright lawyer fees) and logic, went into the creation of his Aero-Tray. Norman travels a lot and this product was born out of necessity. His Kickstarter campaign is off to a dazzling start because his product appeals to common sense. Click HERE to read about Norman’s device which will soon be a necessity to travelers. It’s nice to see a Real World star make good!

By Janet / October 7, 2013
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"The Wedding Video" Gay Norman Korpi Politics Sean Duffy

GOOD NEWS: THERE’S A GAY-FRIENDLY REALITY STAR (SEAN DUFFY) IN THE HOUSE!


Real World: Boston 1997 star Sean Duffy, 38, (above left) was elected to the House of Representatives in Wisconsin despite his colorful TV history. Sean, a conservative Republican, did not play up his reality star past in his campaign, but his opponent tried to use it against him. In fact, that opponent, Dan Mielke, used a Real World gay oriented mockumentary “The Wedding Video” (made by another Real World star Norman Korpi) (above right) that Sean appeared in as ammo against him. Norm, the first openly gay MTV star, filmed the tongue-in-cheek gay wedding video with Sean, his wife Rachel (another Real World star) and other Real World alumni. His opponent questioned Duffy’s morals and blasted the video as obscene. Happily, voters preferred the gay-friendly Duffy.

By Janet / November 4, 2010
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MTV REAL WORLD'S NORMAN KORPI IS AN ARTIST TOO

normcut.JPGMTV fanatics who can’t live without The Real World might be interested in what Norman Korpi is up to these days. Norman, you will recall, was the first documented gay man to come out AND have a gay kiss on national TV back on the first Real World series in 1992. (It was the FIRST reality show!) Cute Norm became a heroic figure in the gay world and since he’s one of the most memorable of the Real World graduates, he’s been on many MTV shows since. He’s also a successful artist and his paintings are being shown at Creative Galleries in the Helms building in Culver City, Calif. Above Norm is being interviewed by Access Hollywood at his gallery opening, and you can see some of his work in the background. THAT’S what he’s up to.

By Janet / April 30, 2007
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