Exhibition for 'godfather of pop art' Peter Blake

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Image caption, Peter Blake (middle) designed album art for several bands including The Who
  • Author, Jacob Panons
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A gallery in Brighton is hosting an exhibition celebrating legendary pop artist Sir Peter Blake.

Mr Blake created iconic album sleeves including Sgt Pepper鈥檚 Lonely Hearts Club Band for The Beatles, The Who鈥檚 self-titled album聽Who, Oasis鈥櫬燬top the Clocks, as well as the 2012 Brit Award聽statuette.

Work by the artist from Dartford, Kent, including rare prints, is now on display at Enter Gallery, which coincides with his 92nd birthday.

A gallery spokesperson said the "godfather of pop art" was a "trailblazing figure in British contemporary art".

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Image caption, The retrospective will run until 2 July

The exhibition includes work that illustrates his "wild and vibrant career" where he became "one of the most celebrated contemporary artists in British art history".

Enter Gallery said the exhibition will showcase Mr Blake鈥檚 diverse practices including collage classics, typography, found art, and painted portraiture.

A spokesperson said it will "provide the perfect opportunity to honour the talent and prolific output of one of Britain鈥檚 most beloved and famous artists".

Gallery founder Lawrence Alkin said he was "honoured" to host the exhibition.

He added: "It celebrates not only an iconic artist that has sparked the Pop Art movement, but someone I have enjoyed a close working relationship and friendship with over the last 20 years.鈥

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