Washington and Lee University
Reception & Lecture:
January 25 at 5:30 p.m.
The 2008 gift to W&L of more than 150 photographs by legendary Pop artist Andy Warhol was the impetus for this exhibition, which explores the ideas and influence of the renowned artist. To commemorate its 20th anniversary, the Warhol Foundation donated nearly 30,000 of Warhol’s Polaroids and black and white prints to more than 180 educational institutions across the country, including W&L and neighboring Roanoke College. The two institutions have collaborated to present highlights from both collections in this exhibition. A selection of works by contemporary artists who have been inspired by Warhol also will be on display, featuring pieces by Shepard Fairey and Piper Ferguson, among others. Supplemental components of the exhibit will be based on Warhol’s practice, including videos of student screen tests and a series of Polaroid portraits by W&L photo students.
Exhibits made possible by the generous support of the William Hollis Visiting Artist Fund.