Sansiao Gallery is proud to announce a solo exhibition from Brooklyn born pop artist James Rizzi “Rizzi Stardust” . Starting during university Rizzi became known for his 3D silk screens, submitted to teachers as makeshift alternatives for paintings,prints and sculptures. Major works have included the covers for the first and second Tom Tom Club albums and being the first ever living artist to be commissioned by the German government to design postage stamps. Having also designed numerous advertisements for Japanese companies, Rizzi is probably best known for being the official artist for both the 1996 Atlanta Olympics and 1998 Nagano Olympics.
-James Rizzi
October 5, 1950 – December 26, 2011.
Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY.