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Ken Botto: Barbies

Presented by Bolinas Museum at Bolinas Museum, Bolinas CA

Apr 13 2024
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Jun 02 2024
Ken Botto: Barbies

KEN BOTTO, "Three Faces of Eve" (detail), 1986, Chromogenic print, 7 x 11 inches, courtesy of Ava Bogle.

Bolinas-based artist Ken Botto (1937-2008) created & photographed miniature tableaux using toys

Ken Botto: Barbies

Opening Reception / Art Talk
* Saturday, April 13, 3:00 pm talk, 4:00 – 5:00 pm reception

Exhibition Dates:
* April 13 – June 2

Curated by Louisa Gloger

Bolinas-based artist Ken Botto (1937-2008) created and photographed miniature tableaux using his toy collection, unique props, and found objects.

Among his varied subjects, he is well known for staging and photographing Barbie, Ken, and Robots between 1980-1986.

This exhibition showcases a selection of his iconic Barbie photographs and never-before-seen prints, including some borrowed from private collections.

Come and see a marble bust of Barbie and many treasured memorabilia.

ADMISSION INFO

Free admission

Additional time info:

Opening Reception / Art Talk: Saturday, April 13, 3:00 pm talk, 4:00 – 5:00 pm reception

Exhibition Dates: April 13 – June 2

Museum Hours:
Friday 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Saturday-Sunday 12:00 - 5:00 pm

LOCATION

Bolinas Museum

48 Wharf Road, Bolinas, CA 94924

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PARKING INFO

On-street parking available only.

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