100 Pieces of Havana - Dray Walk Gallery
Preview by Lizzie Guilfoyle
LEADING artists from the UK and Europe have united to communicate and celebrate iconic art and culture from Cuba. The 100 Pieces of Havana initiative has been commissioned by Havana Club, and will showcase 100 artist’s interpretations of Cuba in a 100 hour long exhibition at the Dray Walk Gallery – from July 23 to July 28, 2008.
A diverse range of creative talent has been brought together to create this exclusive exhibition, designed to bring to life through modern art the vibrant energy, passion and spirit of contemporary Cuba and the Cuban way of life.
The 100 artists have come from the worlds of graffiti, illustration, photography, fashion design, fine art and sculpture and will use their favourite form of art and design to convey what Havana and Havana Club means to them. The result – 100 unique artistic masterpieces.
Artists include global graffiti legend Mode2, UK street artist Kid Acne, tattoo artist Cubanbee, fashion designer Russell Maurice and contemporary sculpture artist Jethro Haynes – plus many more.
Havana Club is one of Cuba’s most famous and prolific exports and is considered one of the best Cuban ambassadors worldwide. The iconic logo, strong heritage and vibrant history has made it a sought-after brand loved by artists and talent all over the world.
As Jo Spencer, Head of marketing for Havana Club, said, “Havana Club embodies the true sprit and passion of the Cuban people and their country. We are delighted to be able to bring together some of today’s finest artistic talent to convey their take on contemporary Cuba to a London audience.”
100 Pieces of Havana has been curated by Intercity.
Dray Walk Gallery, Truman Brewery, London, E1.