April 11, 2008
Meet the Artists
When the World of Wonder Storefront Gallery reopens at the end of the month, the first show will be "depARTed," a group exhibition of works on the theme of celebrities who inspired before they expired. The show's curator, actor Daniel Franzese, will be introducing some of the artists to you in this space. First up: Ron English:
Contributor Ron English is "basically a badass." You might remember his work on the cover of the Dandy Warhols' Welcome to the Monkey House album, but my first sighting of his art happened when I was waiting on line to see Super Size Me at the Sundance Film Festival. I saw his image of an obese Ronald McDonald and have been obsessed with his work ever since. Not only was that image thought-provoking, hilarious, and playfully nostalgic, but I couldn't believe the guts it took for English to take on such an iconic subject. (He's also taken on Joe Camel and Mickey Mouse.) I am honored to have Ron in this show. His take on Elvis is fun and vibrant and sure to be a hit, and our Gallery is proud to be one of the few to show his masterful work. He's always entertaining and his pieces are beautiful. I think his work will come to be an integral part of pop-art history. (More Ron English after the jump)
- Daniel Franzese
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