Against God, Against Guns, Against Energy

64 watercolour paintings by Risley depict people waiting in line for a gun store to open during the pandemic in Culver City, LA, with the image changing as BLM protests and the Gun Store catches fire. Texts by Lindsay Preston Zappas, Labi Siffre, William Pym, and Christian Viveros-Fauné accompany the paintings.

Format: Hardback
Publication date: 30 September 2021
Publisher: At Last Books

Risley's collection of 64 watercolor paintings, created during the pandemic in 2020, offers a unique perspective on the impact of lockdowns and social unrest. The paintings, all featuring the same motif of people waiting in line for the gun store to open in Culver City, LA, capture the tension and uncertainty of that time. As the world changed dramatically, so did the paintings. When the BLM protests began, David Risley added flames to the hills, symbolizing the growing unrest. Then, the Gun Store itself caught fire, adding a new layer of drama to the scene. Despite the chaos, the people in line remain steadfast, a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. The image of the Gun Store has become an iconic representation of America, reflecting the country's complex history and the ongoing debates around gun control. The paintings are accompanied by texts by Lindsay Preston Zappas, Labi Siffre, William Pym, and Christian Viveros-Fauné, providing additional insight into the themes and symbolism of the artwork. Risley's collection is a powerful reminder of the importance of art in documenting and shaping our world, even in the most challenging times.

Weight: 640g
Dimension: 218 x 250 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9788797261613