FROM WARHOL TO BANKSY
For art enthusiasts and cultural explorers alike, the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is hosting an unmissable exhibition, From Warhol to Banksy, from December 14, 2024, to April 27, 2025. Curated by Christine May and organized by the Kelowna Art Gallery, this showcase brings together some of the most iconic names in Pop Art, offering visitors a compelling journey through the genre’s past, present, and enduring influence.
Icons of Pop Art
This vibrant exhibition features works by legendary artists including Roy Lichtenstein, Andy Warhol, Tom Wesselmann, Takashi Murakami, Banksy, and Mr. Brainwash. These visionaries have pushed the boundaries of art, redefining how we perceive and engage with culture. From Warhol’s mesmerizing Marilyn Monroe screen prints to Banksy’s subversive street art, From Warhol to Banksy bridges the gap between high and low art, sparking new ways of thinking about value, consumerism, and creativity.
Themes That Resonate
Pop Art’s commentary on mass media, consumer culture, and social issues resonates as strongly today as it did in the 1960s. This exhibition highlights how the movement has evolved, tackling contemporary themes like activism and digital culture. Through an eclectic mix of prints, paintings, sculptures, and ephemera, visitors can explore how Pop Art continues to critique the modern world and inspire dialogue about the challenges we face.
Exclusive Highlights
The exhibition is complemented by selections from the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria’s Permanent Collection, providing a unique regional perspective that deepens the narrative of Pop Art’s global legacy.
A special feature of the exhibition is the Victoria premiere of the HBO documentary Brillo Box (3¢ Off), directed by Lisanne Skylar, which will screen in the Drury Gallery throughout the exhibition’s run. This thought-provoking film follows an Andy Warhol sculpture’s journey from a family’s living room to a record-breaking Christie’s auction. It offers a fascinating exploration of art’s transient nature, the complex idea of value, and the ways in which personal stories become entwined with cultural history.
Why You Should Visit
Whether you’re a dedicated admirer of Pop Art or simply curious about its cultural impact, From Warhol to Banksy is a must-see. The exhibition invites visitors to engage with art that challenges norms, provokes thought, and blurs the lines between the everyday and the extraordinary.
Mark your calendar for this dynamic and engaging showcase at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria. From Warhol to Banksy promises to captivate, inspire, and remind us of the transformative power of art in reflecting and shaping our world.