Nelson Hancock Gallery is pleased to announce an exhibition of photographs by Peter Ellenby. Drawn from his new monograph "Everyday is Saturday" (Chronicle Books), the exhibition includes a survey of Ellenby's work in the indie rock world during the last decade. The opening reception will feature a rare acoustic performance by Nada Surf, as well as a book signing by Ellenby.
An impromptu shooter with a fan's eye, Ellenby's photography embodies the same sort of freewheeling, devil-may-care attitude that underlies the best of indie rock. His arsenal of gear includes plastic cameras, fish-eye lenses, and an array of esoteric filmstocks deftly employed in studios, on locations and at live performances. One of his subjects described Ellenby's as a "Pabst-fueled Pollockesque technique perfected in teh beer-soaked expnase between stage and fans."
Opening Night:
January 31 - February 26
Opening reception for the artist:
Thursday, February 1, 2007, 6-8 pm
booksigning with Peter Ellenby and acoustic performance by Nada Surf
Gallery Hours: Wednesday - Saturday, noon-6pm and by appointment