Pop Life – Art in the Material World Exhibition

by Eugene Kan, October 6, 2009

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The Tate Modern gallery played host to an eclectic powerhouse group of pop artists in its Pop Life – Art in the Material World exhibition. The show’s premise is inspired by Andy Warhol’s “Good business is the best art” quote as many of the artists brought to the stage each share a distinct brand-aspect behind their art. Participating artist include Andy Warhol, Damien Hirst, Jeff Koons, Keith Haring, Richard Prince and Takashi Murakami among others. The show runs until January 17th, 2009.

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Photography: Diario El TIEMPO

4 Responses

  1. Posted by: ywer on October 6, 2009 at 5:06 pm

    jeff koons looks like a combination between pee-wee herman and mr. rogers

  2. Posted by: TAlndn on October 6, 2009 at 10:48 am

    that guy in the first pic is such a goon.

    There is a shop hhthere aswell.

  3. Posted by: Brian James Spies on October 6, 2009 at 9:51 am

    Yet again the Tate Modern delivers.

  4. Posted by: Carrot on October 6, 2009 at 8:06 am

    what a posse!