Alan Aldridge embodied the spirit of the 60s and 70s by masterminding the seminal art book 'The Beatles Illustrated Lyrics' and designing Andy Warhol's iconic Chelsea Girls film poster. His evocative, psychedelic images epitomised the feeling and art of an era. At the Design Museum from 10 October to 25 January 2009, a new exhibition entitled The Man With Kaleidoscope Eyes will cover Aldridge's career to date. On display will be work from the early 60s when his whirling designs refreshed the sombre tone of Penguin book covers, to his collaborations with The Beatles and their Apple record company, through to serving as creative director to the original Hard Rock Cafe. Commissions from Andy Warhol, The Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, Elton John and The House of Blues will also be on display alongside photographs, sketchbooks and illustrations from his influential children's books. |  |
