Paris, (July 16, 2009) – To heighten global awareness of the cancer burden, Lance has teamed up with Nike to present “STAGES,” an art show that benefits The Lance Armstrong Foundation.
Engaging the creative community in the fight against cancer, “STAGES” exhibits over twenty original works of art in response to the devastating disease with a distinct focus on the subject of survivorship. The show features some of the world’s most accomplished and promising international artists, including Ed Ruscha, Cai-Guo Qiang, Richard Prince, Catherine Opie, KAWS, Eric White, José Parlá, Christopher Wool, Tom Sachs, Dzine, and Rosson Crow.
The show unites the worlds of art, philanthropy and sport in a unique celebration of human potential inspired by Lance and dedicated to the fight against cancer. “It will project hope, strength and commitment to millions and carry the LIVESTRONG Global Cancer Campaign all over the world. I am humbled by the effort and energy given by so many to bring STAGES to life.“ said Lance Armstrong.
Nike continues to be a long time supporter of both Lance Armstrong and the Lance Armstrong Foundation, creating the yellow wristband in 2004, which gave global visibility to the foundation. To date there are over 70 million bands that have been worn by supporters throughout the world.
The show opened to the public on Friday, July 17th following a preview Thursday, July 16th for invited guests at the world renowned Galerie Emmanuel Perrotin in Paris.
Check out pictures of the contributing Artists: Cai Guo-Qiang, Rosson Crow, Jules De Balincourt, Dzine, Shepard Fairey, Andreas Gursky, KAWS, Geoff McFetridge,Yoshitomo Nara, Catherine Opie, José Parlá, Raymond Pettibon, Lari Pittman, Richard Prince, Ed Ruscha, Tom Sachs, Kenny Scharf, Eric White, Christopher Wool, Aaron Young
"Untitled (Road)" by Catherine Opie
“Tree With Yellow Blossoms” by Cai Guo-Qiang
“Burnout (Pour on the Coals)” by Aaron Young
“The End” by KAWS
"Even the Simplest Shapes Wish to Become Logos One Day” by Geoff McFetridge
“Foyer” by Eric White
"Vital To The Core” by Ed Rushca
“The Tipping Point” by Dzine
"Untitled, 2009" by Christopher Wool and “Tour de France I” by Andreas Gursky
