Upcoming Exhibitions
Beau Dunn - Next Generation “Need Money For” - COVID-19 Edition
8/24 : Kobe Bryant
Plastic Gallery is pleased to present 8/24 : Kobe Bryant by American Artist Michael Muller. A virtual exhibition of never before seen photographs of Kobe Bryant shot by Muller throughout the last decade. Opening August 24, 2020 and on view through September 24, 2020, this is the first release of Muller’s MAMBA series.Known for his complex and profound body of work, Muller captures Kobe’s raw emotions as the legendary athlete sports his Lakers jersey for one of the last times before retirement. For Muller, these photographs embody the icon that is Kobe Bryant. His glare, his fierceness and his competitive spirit are felt by viewers creating an everlasting opportunity to experience Kobe’s greatness. This body of work celebrates the power, strength and warmth of Kobe. Images so stunning that when the tragic news spread around the world of Kobe's passing, TIMES magazine chose Muller's Black and White image of Kobe bowing as their commemorative cover. Shot from below, Muller’s The Bow evokes an emotional response and serves for many as Kobe’s last goodbye. Using high contrast black and whites for his portraits, Muller captures the essence of number 24. Of the series Michael said, “Kobe was a one of a kind basketball player, a loving father, a thoughtful husband and a dynamic human being that impacted so many lives. It was an honor and a privilege to create art with him.”