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If the change in seasons has brought out the cultural side of you then perhaps it\u2019s time to indulge the eye with a spot of art. Of course we\u2019re not just talking about any art here. The venue has to be special and the art has to be unique. So let Elysium Magazine introduce you to Paul Mellia\u2019s KA-POW! A Hero\u2019s Exhibition – at London\u2019s iconic Playboy Club.<\/p>\n
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His work covers an array of popular characters from the past and present. Gorge your creative cravings on artistic portrayals of icons of the calibre of David Bowie, Elvis, Superman, Spider Man and The Joker. Paul is perhaps most famous for his pop art interpretations of superhero characters. He\u2019s one of the select few licensed by Marvel Comics to reproduce characters from the Marvel family. This exhibition certainly showcases many of the icons the discerning gent would expect.<\/p>\n
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Speaking to Elysium Magazine, Paul talked about the inspiration behind his work, saying: \u201cI was undoubtedly inspired by legendary painters and sculptors such as Rubin, Picasso and Dali. But it was Warhol\u2019s pop art that resonated the deepest with me, which gave me the confidence to focus on what I loved most \u2013 images of Americana, that took me back to my childhood.\u201d<\/p>\n
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Paul added: \u201cI was the first artist licensed by Marvel to paint the super heroes – which was an honour as they had always been hugely inspiring to me – and the Spider Man series was extremely close to my heart – consequently Spider Man was one of the first ‘hero’s’ I painted.\u201d<\/p>\n
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Catch KA-POW! now until May 7th at The Playboy Club, 12pm-9pm seven days a week for non-members (24-hour access for members). Admission is free.<\/p>\n
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