Warhol exhibition inspires canned food drive
Effort runs Nov. 7 – Feb. 7

When most people think of Andy Warhol, the first thing that comes to mind is an image of a Campbell’s soup can.

These works became his most enduring images and a symbol of the Pop Art movement in America.

The Turchin Center for the Visual Arts (TCVA) new exhibition features recent Warhol works gifted to the center’s permanent collection through the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts’ recent placement of works in museums around the country. Created to celebrate the foundation’s 20th anniversary, the Andy Warhol Photographic Legacy Program expands access to these lesser-known works by one of the 20th century’s most important artist.

The pieces exhibited will be Polaroid and black & white photographic works. The exhibition is designed as a fun way to learn more about the life and work of this artist.

The public Fall Exhibition Celebration on Nov. 7, from 7 to 9 p.m. is part of the Boone Downtown Art Crawl. Live music from Vertigo Jazz Project will fill the West Wing, and the East Wing will resound with ’70s music in celebration of Warhol’s heyday as part of art’s social apex.

“Seventies-style dress is not required but would be an excellent way to experience the night, and it can be commemorated by a trip to the photo booth,” a TCVA spokesperson said. “The center invites the community to join in this evening of great art, music, food, and fun!

During its member preview on Nov. 6, the public Fall Exhibition Celebration on Nov. 7, and throughout the exhibition’s closing on Feb. 7, 2009, the Turchin Center invites guests to bring canned goods to provide much needed support for local families over the coming winter months. The food will be taken regularly to the Hunger and Health Coalition to help stock its pantry. The mission of the Hunger and Health Coalition is to relieve poverty and hunger in a compassionate manner for families and individuals who are experiencing economic hardship and food shortages.

The Turchin Center is located at 423 West King St. in Boone. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, and noon to 8 p.m. on Friday. The center is closed Sunday and Monday and observes all university holidays. There is no admission charge, although donations are gratefully accepted.