artist talk
shepard fairey + pedro alonzo in conversation
wednesday, 03 may 2023
7.00 pm - 8.00 pm
(free) admission
161 glass st.

dallas contemporary exhibition artist shepard fairey returns to dc for a conversation with curator pedro alonzo. the two will discuss fairey’s current exhibition backward forward, the artist’s first-ever solo museum exhibition in texas, which highlights the evolution of fairey’s career from the confrontational d.i.y. style of his youth to a current narrative of hope, equality and shared humanity. for over three decades, american artist shepard fairey has been challenging the establishment through the creation and dissemination of iconic imagery with resounding impact. the power of shepard's art is in the combination of the compelling narratives inherent in the pictures he creates and his ability to adapt to a continuously changing society. he has established a long-standing career as a master storyteller who uses images to help us navigate the complicated world we inhabit.

the exhibition features new and recent works highlighting important transitions in fairey’s career.

please note this event has limited capacity.