Hello Kitty Celebrates 45th Anniversary With Massive Art Exhibition

100 international artists reimagine the famed Sanrio mascot.

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Sanrio’s famed Hello Kitty turns 45-years-old this year, and to celebrate the momentous occasion, the Japanese company will kick off a major group show at the Corey Helford Gallery in Los Angeles, California. For the forthcoming presentation, 100 artists from across the globe will display their multifaceted artworks inspired by the iconic fictional character. Participating artists include Okuda San Miguel, Andrew Brandou, Kazuki Takamatsu, among others.

The group show will launch on June 29 in Corey Helford’s main gallery. Those attending the opening night will be able to purchase limited edition prints of select 45th-anniversary artwork and appearances by Hello Kitty.

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Corey Helford Gallery
571 S. Anderson St.
Los Angeles, CA 90033

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Keith Estiler is a New York-born curator, writer, and the Managing Editor of Hypeart, the contemporary art arm of Hypebeast. Based in NYC, Keith heads up editorial strategy at the intersection of contemporary art and culture, capturing the icons and outliers of both the local and international scenes. He has curated exhibitions worldwide, dedicated to championing the emerging voices and subcultures currently redefining contemporary visual culture.

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