Exhibition: Andy Warhol - Influencer

Andy Warhol, the early forerunner of trends long before the term “influencer” was used, and his impact is still reflected today.

The monographic exhibition (60 works) on theworld artist was presented in theformer church of Santo Stefano, Mondovì (organized by Piemonte Musei together with the cultural associations Be Local, Insieme and Ordine dei Cavalieri delle Langhe).

The curator is Gianfranco Rosini, theofficialopening is July 13 , and it will remain open until Nov. 10.

The setup will be a in-depth journey into the artistic career of Warhol:artist, figure worldly and provocateur, Warhol, with his iconic gray wig silver, jeans and turtleneck sweater, has surpassed the barriers of time and gender without thehelp of social media.

From Diane Keaton to Steve Jobs, those clothes became symbols of intellectual simplicity, despite theaura of eccentricity that surrounded Warhol‘s genius.

Exhibition route

The exhibition is organized into major thematic areas, allowing visitors to follow Warhol ‘sartistic evolution through different stages of his career:

• Beginnings as a Graphic Designer (1940s and 1950s):
  early artistic experiments and portraits of the famous rock stars of thetime, testifying to his early talent for capturing theessence of celebrities and popular culture.
• Iconic Screenprints:
  portraits of Marilyn Monroe, Elvis Presley, and Elizabeth Taylor, works that marked an era and represent the pinnacle of his technical skill.
• Campbell’s soup can series.:
  an artistic provocation that challenged the conventions ofart and consumer culture.
• Productions of the 1970s and 1980s:
  images dedicated to “Interview” magazine, founded by Warhol himself in 1969, reflecting his role as a trendsetter and his connection to the world of fashion and entertainment.
• Music Area:
  original covers and listening to songs by authors such as David Bowie, Lou Reed, and the Velvet Underground, artists deeply influenced by Warhol, who combined visual arts and music in a unique and innovative way.
• Literary Corner:
  books dedicated to theartist to delve into the cultural and social context in which he worked, providing a comprehensive overview of his lasting impact in the art world and beyond.