From the press release:
Nelson Hancock Gallery is pleased to announce an exhibition of photographs by Peter Ellenby. Drawn from his new monograph "Everyday is Saturday" (Chronicle Books), the exhibition includes a survey of Ellenby's work in the indie rock world during the last decade. The opening reception will feature a rare acoustic performance by Nada Surf, as well as a book signing by Ellenby.
An impromptu shooter with a fan's eye, Ellenby's photography embodies the same sort of freewheeling, devil-may-care attitude that underlies the best of indie rock. His arsenal of gear includes plastic cameras, fish-eye lenses, and an array of esoteric filmstocks deftly employed in studios, on locations and at live performances. One of his subjects described Ellenby's as a "Pabst-fueled Pollockesque technique perfected in the beer-soaked expanse between stage and fans."
Opening Night: January 31. The reception was one of Nelson Hancock Gallery's most memorable, with Ellenby on hand to sign copies of his book and independent rock band Nada Surf performing an acoustic set in the main exhibition area to a rapt audience.
Videos of the Nada Surf performance:
January 31 - February 26
Gallery Hours: Wednesday - Saturday, noon-6pm and by appointment