The Bookery Gallerie is a repository of mainly nonfiction secondhand books, embedded within a vibrant gallery space
The Bookery Gallerie is a repository of mainly nonfiction secondhand books, embedded within a vibrant gallery space
LAST CHANCE TO SEE 'THE LAST MALE GEISHA STANDING'
AND THE LAST FINISSAGE OF THE SUMMER
SATURDAY 22nd July
6.30-10PM
The multi-platform exhibition of male Geiaha and multifaceted artist Russell C. Brennan comes to an end with a bang with Saturday’s finissage with an end-of-show event + plus a bonus daytime tours by Russell C Brennan. The e
LAST CHANCE TO SEE 'THE LAST MALE GEISHA STANDING'
AND THE LAST FINISSAGE OF THE SUMMER
SATURDAY 22nd July
6.30-10PM
The multi-platform exhibition of male Geiaha and multifaceted artist Russell C. Brennan comes to an end with a bang with Saturday’s finissage with an end-of-show event + plus a bonus daytime tours by Russell C Brennan. The evening includes exclusive live performances from both his Psykick Holiday albums + poetry & supporting sets. Plus Holly Penfield giving a perfomance . The exhibition features many stunning photos, paintings and the new art form of Sensory Artworks, videos, books and more. ( performances starts at 7 pm
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EXCLUSIVE BOOK SIGNING: Q & A by RUSSELL C. BRENNAN
of THE FUTURE LEGEND RECORDS STORY
13th of July 2023
6.00-10.00pm
As well as putting on a month-long photo/art exhibition of multiplatform artist & Geisha, Russell C. Brennan. He is also doing a book launch and signing of The FUTURE LEGEND RECORDS STORY.
As well as doing all the arts he ha
EXCLUSIVE BOOK SIGNING: Q & A by RUSSELL C. BRENNAN
of THE FUTURE LEGEND RECORDS STORY
13th of July 2023
6.00-10.00pm
As well as putting on a month-long photo/art exhibition of multiplatform artist & Geisha, Russell C. Brennan. He is also doing a book launch and signing of The FUTURE LEGEND RECORDS STORY.
As well as doing all the arts he has run a very influential indie record label that is celebrating its 30th anniversary. Exclusive album artwork is also part of the exhibition but there is also a paperback release about this pioneering label, its trend-setting and its innovative productions, plus the ups and downs of being an indie label.
He will be doing a talk about the label and the book, plus give an insight into the music business and do a Q & A. about that and other parts of his Geisha career.
He & Maiko will also perform songs from their brand new Psykick Holiday album 'Sensory Art'
There will also be a special guest opera singer performing on the night as a support act.
The Legendary Tony Wilson of factory records called Future Legend Records the definitive indie record label (It has even seen off many major companies) and is one of the last indies standing from the golden age of UK indie labels.
The national newspaper The Independent newspaper called Russell an Indie Production God and he has been nominated for Uk Record Producer of the Year and recently featured on the front cover of Songwriter International Magazine. he also has best selling pop trivia quiz book and is the author of the notorious book 'Music Business Bastards (How to do well in the music business without getting ripped off).
You can also view all the new photos, artwork & videos by Russell, so make sure you arrive early the event starts opens at 6.30pm
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Bookery Gallerie pleased to present:
The Last Male Geisha Standing
A Retrospective of the Multifaceted Artist Russell C Brennan
Saturday 24th June – Saturday 22nd July 2023
Private view and launch night
Saturday 24th June
Door open from 6.30- 10pm
plus
13th of Thursday July from 6-9.30pm,
A talk and Q&A as well book launch Both nights feat
Bookery Gallerie pleased to present:
The Last Male Geisha Standing
A Retrospective of the Multifaceted Artist Russell C Brennan
Saturday 24th June – Saturday 22nd July 2023
Private view and launch night
Saturday 24th June
Door open from 6.30- 10pm
plus
13th of Thursday July from 6-9.30pm,
A talk and Q&A as well book launch Both nights feature an exclusive live performance of his band Psykick Holiday's new album.
Russell C Brennan is a majorly fascinating Male Geisha, mastering the concept of the conceptual in all forms often setting trends and new genres, from his rich tapestry of words in his poetry, songwriting and novels, he is an innovative record producer with ‘Future Legend Records, with 400 releases of which we will be celebrating the 30th anniversary this with ltd edition record iconic record sleeves on canvas. Visual arts play a main feature in his career, working with photography and collaborating with abstract painters such as artist Aurélie Freoua developing and pioneering the genre of Sensory art
One word used a lot when seeing photos taken by Russell is 'Wow'. He is also known for having lots of Style, Stamina & Innovation.
But one thing that fascinates people most, is his status, the only male Geisha in the World.
Although incorporates many Japanese things into his look the word Geisha means Total Artist or Multi -platform Artist ). Russell does all the arts and has made an impact in them all.
All though he has exhibitions featuring his photography he has always wanted one that features multiple arts that he does. With The Bookery Russell has finally meet people with vision, willing to embrace this unique in a one of a month long exhibition.
Uniquely to it is also the 30th anniversary of his Influential record label Future Legend and so this will be incorporated into the exhibition. Many unique artworks will preview in the exhibition.
Apart from many of Russell's iconic, new available of Limited -edition photographic Canvas, Russell also debut as pioneering paintings genre called 'Sensory Art', this is achieved with established Abstract painter Aurelie Freoua (Often called The John Coltrain or Miles Davis of Abstract art). This is where they push each other buttons emotionally and sensually to jointly create a painting at the same time. 10 pieces have been done and are making their debut at this exhibition.Russell has also done a one off 4D art piece called 'Essence of Maiko' which also preview.
As well as being an innovative record producer (400 releases) Songwriter (70 releases) He also designs or takes photos for Future Legend Records releases. In the past his record sleeve were often called a work of art and many have asked about getting them on Canvas. So, to tie in with the record label anniversary, 10 of the most requested covers have been made into limited edition canvases, for the first time. (Only 5 will be available of each).
Russell is also in the Pioneering, Pop Noir, with the band 'Psykick Holiday, releasing their long- awaited 2nd album 'Sensory Art' in June and this will be available for the first time at the Bookery Gallerie, on Ltd Edition CD. Russell and Maiko will exclusively perform a selection of songs from the album for the first time anywhere at the bookery on the Opening night. Holly Penfield will also sing a song written for her by Russell and Maiko, will sing one written for her specially. That was releases as a solo single recently.
Russell releases book as well in June 'The Future Legend Records Story' about the history of the label and will sign copies on two occasion first on the 24thJune again on the 13th July. The last, few copies of his influential poetry book, will also be available and he may perform from that as well. A the special book signing of the new book, Russell will read a few passages from his books and do a Q & A from any of his books. Plus do a brief talk about being a male Geisha with Q & A, where you can book with Russell to do a special one hour Geisha experience exclusively for 5 people who want to book this (fee applies) You get a Sake of Tea experience and select from a list of stories you would like to hear about Russell's many adventures and be able to ask questions. As well as doing all the arts and pouring sake/tea Geishas other task at tea houses in Japan is to reveal interesting stories to their clients. It's rare for this to happen outside of Japan and even rarer for a male Geisha to perform this event.
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