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Samuel Owen Gallery Hosts Street Art Show "On Every Street" Curated by Michael DeFeo

On October 6th, the Samuel Owen Gallery in Greenwich will open an unprecedented street art show, “On Every Street”, curated by one of today’s most renowned contemporary street artists Michael DeFeo.  The show show promises to deliver a large scope of original and rare pieces from street art legends to today’s most popular talents.  Highlights of the show include original authenticated pieces from Bosquait, Keith Haring and Richard Hambelton. Among the show’s featured artists will be accomplished icons like American contemporary artist Shepard Fairy who’s Barack Obama “Hope” poster print  became widely recognized and synonymous with the president elect’s moving campaign;  UK’s Banksy, one of the leading voices in contemporary street art known for his stenciled satirical, political and social commentary art work;  and John Fekner, an early influencer in the street art movement known for his original and stenciled words, symbols, dates and icons spray painted in New York to Germany  in the 70’s and 80’s.

 

The opening reception will be held on Thursday, October 6 and the exhibit will run through November 3.  Gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

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