Exhibit Information
Derek HessBook Signing & Mini-Exhibit
April 20-May 22, 2012
Signing/OpeningFriday, April 20, 2011, 6-8PM
Join us for an evening with renowned artist Derek Hess to celebrate his new book, plus a collection of new drawings as well as copies of the book will be available to purchase!
About the Artist
Internationally-known artist Derek Hess has spent the past twenty years creating fine art & rock poster art that has not only made him a household name, but has also caught the attention of both the Louvre and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame where his work is featured in both institutions permanent collections. In addition to numerous CD covers he has been featured on TLC, MTV, Fuse, VH1, Alternative Press, Spin, Juxtapoz Magazine and many others. After years of creating posters and flyers for well-known bands such as Deftones, Thursday, Every Time I Die and Taking Back Sunday, as well as his very popular fine art Hess has finally compiled a book of his much in demand Black and White drawings.
About the Book
Black Line White Lie is the long overdue book featuring over 275 black and white images by artist Derek Hess. This book covers over 20 years of his black and white drawings from images of his earliest flyers to some of his more recent works like Cancer of the Soul and Valentine. Derek dedicates this huge 300 page book to his fans which also includes a chapter of over 70 tattoos that people have done of his works.Please Note: There will not be a “Gallery Preview” for this mini-exhibit. Drawings will be available to purchase beginning at 6PM on April 20 at the signing/opening and will be offered online after the opening event. Thanks for your understanding.
