As the era of psychedelic rock unfolded in the vibrant city of San Francisco, two visionary artists emerged, their names forever entwined with the era's transformative spirit. Stanley Mouse and Alton Kelley, a dynamic duo known for their groundbreaking concert posters, captured the essence of the counterculture movement with their bold colors, intricate designs, and evocative imagery. Their collaboration, born from a shared passion for art and music, resulted in some of the most iconic posters of the era, including the Quicksilver Messenger Service 1966 Concert Poster.
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Artists: Stanley Mouse and Alton Kelley
- Year: 1966
- Edition: FD-14 Original Bootleg Poster
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Numbering: NA
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Signature: NA
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Dimensions: Approximately 14"x20"
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Material: Original Concert Poster
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Venue: The Avalon Ballroom
The Artists: Stanley Mouse and Alton Kelley
Stanley Mouse and Alton Kelley's partnership began in 1965, when a chance encounter sparked a creative synergy that would forever shape the landscape of psychedelic art. Mouse, a skilled draftsman with a flair for the dramatic, brought his technical expertise to the forefront. Kelley, a visionary with a penchant for the surreal, infused their work with a dreamlike quality. Together, they formed Mouse Studios, a creative hub that became synonymous with the psychedelic poster movement.
The Band: Quicksilver Messenger Service
Quicksilver Messenger Service, a band formed in 1965, epitomized the spirit of psychedelic rock. Their music, characterized by its improvisational nature, its blend of rock, blues, and jazz influences, and its exploration of altered states of consciousness, resonated with the counterculture movement. The band's electrifying performances at the Avalon Ballroom, immortalized by Mouse and Kelley's poster, cemented their status as pioneers of the psychedelic era.
The Venue: The Avalon Ballroom
The Avalon Ballroom, a legendary venue in San Francisco, emerged as a sanctuary for the counterculture movement. Its psychedelic ambiance, pulsating with music and energy, provided the perfect backdrop for Mouse and Kelley's art. The Quicksilver Messenger Service 1966 Concert Poster, designed for their performances at the Avalon, became an emblem of the venue's transformative spirit, a visual representation of the era's rebellion, its rejection of conventional norms, and its pursuit of a more enlightened world.
