Ricky Powell “Funky Dope Maneuvers Photography & Slideshow”
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Ricky Powell’s iconic images of famous New Yorkers like Basquiat and Andy Warhol, and Hip-Hop groups like Run DMC are reminders of the magic of New York City. At this event, attendees will be confronted with 40 foot large photos that will awe and inspire while mingling with special surprise guests.
The Opening Night of “Ricky Powell’s Funky Dope Maneuvers Photography & Slide Show” will have Ricky presenting a slideshow of photos and an accompanying soundtrack that takes its viewers through the ride that is his life. The stories are hilariously colorful and rich in New York street and music history. Special musical guest, DJ Stretch Armstrong will be complimenting the photography at this special event with his signature aggressive mixing abilities.
Ricky Powell’s iconic images of famous New Yorkers like Basquiat and Andy Warhol, and Hip-Hop groups like Run DMC are iconic print reminders of the magic of New York City. At this event, attendees will be confronted with 40 foot large photos that will awe and inspire while mingling with special surprise guests.
“GRIT New York is excited to be partnering with Ricky Powell to bring never before seen images both new and old from his collection to the Lower East Side. With Stretch Armstrong’s beats, Site/109’s landscape and CBGB’s Music & Film Festival’s platform this event is quintessential New York.” -Anne Buovolo, Founder
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October 09, 2013
Opening Reception on 2013-10-09 from 20:00 to 23:00