ART
Stages |
Written 30 January |
Wednesday 15 July, 11:00Galerie Emmanuel Perrotin, 75003 [map]Lance Armstrong
“Stages” brings together close to 30 of the world’s most creative and diverse artists to create original works of art inspired by Armstrong and his mission to raise awareness of the global cancer issue. This unique project brings together the world of art, philanthropy and sport to create artwork that represents the power of human potential in overcoming adversity. "Stages" will debut in Paris on July 16th during the Tour de France at Galerie Emmanuel Perrotin and run until August 8th. The exhibition will then travel to New York City for an October showing before moving to Los Angeles in November. All profits from these sales will go directly to the
Lance Armstrong Foundation to further their efforts to defeat cancer through research, outreach, and legislation.
Participating artists include :
Richard Prince,
Ed Ruscha,
Andrea Gursky,
Cai GuoQiang,
Yoshitomo Nara,
Christopher Wool,
Jules de Balincourt,
Tom Sachs,
Shepard Fairey,
Dzine,
Eric White,
Geoff McFetridge,
Kaws,
José Parla,
Raymond Pettibon,
Kenny Scharf,
Rosson Crow, Aaron Young, Lari Pittman,
Kenny Scharf,
Catherine Opie,..
During the Tour de France 2009, Lance Amstrong will ride on bikes made especially for this occasion, by the following artists :
Damien Hirst,
Kaws,
Marc Newson,
Yoshimoto Nara, Kenny Scharft and
Shepard Fairey.
“This year it’s about more than winning the race. It’s about people coming together to use our talents and abilities for a cause bigger than ourselves and doing everything within our power to help those in their fight to overcome cancer. This endeavour will help raise awareness and much needed funds for the foundation and those who need it most, researchers, patients, and their families.” Lance Armstrong
