This exhibition at the Hamon Arts Library brings together two notable collections of posters, flyers, clothing and ephemera from the highly influential era of punk and New Wave, DIY movements which ushered in a cultural shift in Britain and the United States in the mid-1970s. Featured in Torn Apart are the print collections of Andrew Krivine, scholar and collector, and clothing collection of Malcolm Garrett, MBE RDI, prominent graphic designer of this decade for bands. Graphic works include designs for The Sex Pistols, The Clash, Buzzcocks, The Cramps, Grace Jones, Talking Heads, Devo and many more. Clothing pieces from revolutionary shops on King’s Road in 1970s London include BOY and Vivienne Westwood’s SEX and Seditionaries. Garrett will speak about his renowned career as a graphic designer in the music industry and other creative fields. 

Following the talk, please join Malcolm Garrett, Andrew Krivine, and curator Michael Worthington for a wine reception celebrating the exhibition opening from 7-9 p.m. in the Hawn Gallery at Hamon Arts Library. 

Malcolm Garrett lecture, O'Donnell Hall from 6-7 p.m.

Wine reception, Hawn Gallery from 7-9 p.m.