Abstract Performance appears on the Pump Station canvas
The critically acclaimed artist, producer, songwriter and esteemed Rolling Stones guitarist Ronnie Wood today (February 1) visited Westfield London to unveil a new Picasso-inspired painting of the Rolling Stones, titled ‘Abstract Performance’.
The artwork is being exhibited exclusively on Ocean’s Pump Station landmark outdoor canvas which is located in Wood Lane close to White City tube station on one of the busy approaches to Westfield London in Shepherd’s Bush.
‘Abstract Performance’, which was completed in 2020, continues Wood’s series of works inspired by the abstract paintings of Pablo Picasso, in particular 1925’s ‘The Three Dancers’, as Wood explores the conceit of depicting himself and his Stones bandmates in the role of the dancers.
Wood revealed the work during a surprise visit to Westfield London. The limited-edition ‘Abstract Performance’ prints are now on sale for two weeks only until February 14 via www.ronniewood.com
‘Abstract Performance’, which was completed in 2020, continues Wood’s series of works inspired by the abstract paintings of Pablo Picasso, in particular 1925’s ‘The Three Dancers’, as Wood explores the conceit of depicting himself and his Stones bandmates in the role of the dancers.
Ronnie Wood said: “I call it The Picasso Stones. It’s my interpretation of Picasso’s painting The Three Dancers. Looking at the original, I was inspired to do my own take. I had great fun doing it. Picasso did his own take on a lot of artists, but I bet he never thought no one would ever do a take on him. I hope and think he’d be flattered, but also a bit shocked and pleasantly surprised at my take on his work.”
In a first for Wood, the edition size of ‘Abstract Performance’ will solely be dictated by the quantity sold within the limited two-week window that the prints are available to purchase. Each print will be individually hand signed, numbered and personalised by Ronnie, adding a personal dedication to each collector.
Having established himself as an artist, Ronnie Wood’s work is widely collected and exhibited throughout the world. Over the years, the artist and the musician have been inseparable, as Ronnie has continued his passion for painting and drawing, with his subjects ranging from band members and fellow musicians, family and close friends, to landscapes, self-portraits and more.
Now that is the Art of Outdoor!