[Deleted]

just got this via juxtapoz twitter. not sure if this was posted here already.



It has been a few years since Shepard Fairey has shown a new body of work (Deitch Projects was the last official solo show), and since Fairey has been interviewed for our November 2012 Politics & Art issue, we are looking forward to his new show, Sound & Vision, opening at Stolenspace Gallery in London on October 19. Even old Juxtapoz friend Dj Z-Trip has provided the soundtrack. The exhibition will be held across 2 spaces, the permanent StolenSpace gallery and The Loading Bay on Dray Walk.

From the gallery:

We are delighted to announce a solo exhibition of work by Shepard Fairey opening on 19th October 2012; his first in 5 years. This will be Fairey's second major London exhibition, following his collaboration with the us in 2007. It will feature a range of new works including mixed media paintings on canvas, works on paper, retired stencils collages, rubylith cuts, and as well as serigraphs on wood, metal and paper.
Sound & Vision, the exhibition title is taken from the David Bowie song of the same name. Bowie has been a major influence on Fairey, because he was able to master music and visual presentation with equal virtuosity. Music is an artistic medium that Fairey reveres almost more than he does visual art. He comments: "Music is visceral, but also has the additional powerful layers of the lyrics, with their content and politics, and the style, politics, and personalities of the musicians themselves. No matter how much I love art, or try to convince myself of its relevance in society, the fact remains that music is much more able to reach people�s hearts and minds." The artist hopes to be able to induce in people, even a fraction of the emotion that hearing a new song or listening to a familiar one can evoke.

Sound & Vision will incorporate a diverse array of mixed media works, which embody both the political and social influences on Fairey's work, particularly that which are directly inspired by music. In Fairey's vision art and music are kindred spirits, and as the work began to develop, Fairey reached out to producer and DJ, Z-Trip to create a soundtrack that embodies the spirit of the show. Z-Trip went to work immediately to produce something worthy of Fairey's vision. Z-Trip comments "Shepard does visually what I do musically. We have many of the same influences, it made perfect sense for us to collaborate on Sound and Vision, I was honored to do it." Not only David Bowie, but count less other musicians and bands, such as the Sex Pistols, Roxy Music, Gang of Four, the Clash and Metallica, have had an impact on Fairey's work. Throughout the exhibition there will be elements on hand to encourage viewers to experience the interaction between art and music. Fairey provided records from his own collection as well as customised vintage turntables to enable viewer listening. This section of the show is complemented by a display of seventy-two works, which are inspired by the 12 inch LP sleeve cover. The artist will therefore use both sound and vision to connect with his audience.

[Ruggs]

Just got this from StolenSpace Gallery:

Screenprints will be released on Saturday 20th October at 12, midday. Available to purchase from the Loading Bay Gallery in person only, strictly one per person. More info to follow.

[nacional]

Just got this one as well...does anyone have any sneaky pics of what will be on show?? will their be any collabs with D and Shep??? Will the whole show be Bowie themed?? A homage to great singers etc???

[nacional]

Or Sound and Vision: icons of song and cinema???

[twist65]

have to say the murals looking good, and although Shep can be a bit hit and miss looks like this will be a huge hit! Anyone know what the prints are? =]

[kevkevkev]

Really hope they sell some prints on the friday. Some of us are not in the market for hpms. And would make more sense to give to the folk invited on the friday rather than joe bloggs off the street the day after.

[warsaw project]

Oct 12, 2012 15:24:08 GMT 1 kevkevkev said:

Really hope they sell some prints on the friday. Some of us are not in the market for hpms. And would make more sense to give to the folk invited on the friday rather than joe bloggs off the street the day after.

They are being sold at 12-00 saturday

[Ruggs]

Oct 12, 2012 15:24:08 GMT 1 kevkevkev said:

Really hope they sell some prints on the friday. Some of us are not in the market for hpms. And would make more sense to give to the folk invited on the friday rather than joe bloggs off the street the day after.

Read my post above. Details there.

[skitchy]

multiple prints will be available... including older ones

[chrispa]

I went to the show last time and the prints were available on the preview night

[kevkevkev]

I got the email, got invite for thurs preview but cant go. Not in london saturday so i am hoping some of the show prints are on sale friday too.

[hunter]

Anyone got a spare +1 for thurs please?

[mishco]

Anyone recieved a PDF of hpm or 12 inch yet?

[kevkevkev]

As far as i am aware both thurs and the proper opening on friday require a confirmation email that you can go . No randoms turning on either nights.

[Happy Shopper]

I'm hoping a PDF will be sent out on Thursday evening. I can't go until the 2nd weekend!

[mishco]

I'm heading on Friday but wouldn't mind a heads up so I've got a couple of hours to make up mind instead of queuing and finding out all the decent pieces have gone.

[warsaw project]

I know what you mean, i get the feeling the best of the 12" covers will be gone in the private preview.....

[hunter]

Shep Fairey article in today's Times.

[chyren]

Oct 12, 2012 21:30:45 GMT 1 kevkevkev said:

As far as i am aware both thurs and the proper opening on friday require a confirmation email that you can go . No randoms turning on either nights.

Shep told me I could pop in if I wanted

[Billy Sport]

Oct 12, 2012 22:11:02 GMT 1 warsaw project said:

I know what you mean, i get the feeling the best of the 12" covers will be gone in the private preview.....

you may be right, just had an email saying the preview pdf wont go out until Friday around 6pm...

[chaturz]

Everyone who emailed will have got a confirmation email as it was an automated response therefore everyone who emailed will be on the list, simples!

[anbesivam1]

HOLY MO!........this is gonna be SICK...book an ambulance now!











Check out those gorgeous stencils!!!

[Deleted]

That explains where they are today then.
Thought i was gonna have to call John Noakes to find him. ;D

[sakyamuni]

it does look nice, but still, what i see on these pictures is more mass production and industry rather than art exhibition. Did he touch any of these apart from signing

[anbesivam1]

Oct 15, 2012 17:11:07 GMT 1 sakyamuni said:

it does look nice, but still, what i see on these pictures is more mass production and industry rather than art exhibition. Does he touch any of these apart from signing

I guess he does...

[Deleted]

Loverly shots matey.

[anbesivam1]

The photos are from Shep's website.

Check these out...

www.obeygiant.com/headlines/london-x-sound-vision-x-part-3

they are not as good as yours though dude!

[Deleted]

Ha. Chryen made it on to the Obey website.
He will be pleased.

[mj]

I can also spot justdeep on the obey site ( photo album "London part 2 " )

[Finsbury]

Has anyone got a spare +1 for this please chaps?