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the PHIL STERN GALLERY Presents:
DAVID FLORES x PHIL STERN
~ Iconic Photographic Image of James Dean gets “The Flores Treatment” ~

WHO: Legendary photographer, Phil Stern and one of the world’s top muralists, David Flores.
Often recognized for his memorable photographs of Marilyn Monroe, James Dean, Frank Sinatra, JFK, Marlon Brando, John Wayne, and many more, 92 year old Stern is collaborating with Flores, an urban artist who launched his career as an illustrator in the Skateboard industry and later made an even bigger name for himself designing limited edition toys, clothing and paintings of Andy Warhol and Sofia Loren to Mother Theresa and Neil Armstrong, to name a few.

VISUAL: Get a ringside seat as 92 year old Phil Stern is sent up in a lift, spray paint in hand, to endorse Flores’ mural of James Dean, that was inspired by a 50+ year old photo taken by Stern.

“I’m flattered that David has chosen to illuminate Downtown LA with my James Dean image in his very unique postmodern way. It would be a true shame to see the forces that be remove it.”
— Phil Stern

“Phil Stern’s work is a national treasure, I’m honored to have him sign the Dean wall based on his classic photograph, It’s a landmark in collaborative efforts both physically and historically!”
— David Flores

WHAT: David Flores has brought Phil Stern’s mesmerizing 1955 image of James Dean to the 21st Century, as only he can do – the celebration of a classic icon captured in a modern way. Unless the mural ordinance is passed, this piece of art is in constant threat of removal, and is not to be missed. The Phil Stern Gallery and Downtown Los Angeles Art Walk invite you to show your support for street art at the upcoming November 10th Art Walk.

WHEN: Thursday, November 10
7:00 pm PST

WHERE: 3rd Street, between Main St. And Los Angeles Street
Downtown Los Angeles, 90014

MORE: The event will kick off the collaboration of these two prolific artists that will culminate at the Phil Stern Gallery on Art Walk December 8th with an exhibition of never before seen one-of-a-kind works of art that feature Flores’ unique style and touch to iconic prints by famed photographer Phil Stern.

For more information, please visit www.philstern.com