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A collection of previously unseen photographs taken in L.A. venues from 1978-1980
Event information:
The exhibition will run for five days, consisting of previously unseen images taken in L.A. by Spike from ‘78-’80 featuring: Blondie, John Lydon & PiL, The Clash, Madness, The Specials, The Selector, Sham 69, The Undertones, The Go-Go's, John Cale, The Cramps, X and many more.
It will also cover the extraordinary life of the photographer Spike who also briefly worked as a paparazzo in Hollywood and has dedicated his time to activism and promotion of punk bands and punk ideology. A selection of 40 previously unseen prints will be on show along with Spike’s personal archive of contact sheets, zines, magazine covers, record releases and images from his life in LA and San Francisco’s anarchist, punk and queer scenes.
There will be a programme of acoustic performances from the best of Brighton’s emerging bands throughout the week (line up to be announced) and will culminate on the 18th with a free gig at "Garageland" at Daltons on Brighton seafront from 9pm.
Book Tickets
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Standard | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
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Opening Times
| Picture This: A Public Image * Photography Exhibition By Spike (17 Oct 2025) | ||
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| Day | Times | |
| Friday | 12:00 | - 23:00 |
| Picture This: A Public Image * Photography Exhibition By Spike (18 Oct 2025) | ||
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| Day | Times | |
| Saturday | 12:00 | - 20:00 |
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