Beach Boys, 1964

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About the artwork

Blake began using images of musicians in his work from the 1950s onwards. This print from 1964 was produced for the Institute of Contemporary Arts as part of an initiative to encourage artists to explore silkscreen techniques. It demonstrates Blake’s interest in typography, composition, and colour. The image of the Beach Boys was taken from a press photograph.

Artist Peter Blake
Artwork Beach Boys, 1964
Credit Screenprint on paper 53 x 30.8 cm © Peter Blake / DACS 2015

Peter Blake in a colourful room, next to a wooden ventriloquist dummy

ABOUT THE ARTIST

One of the leading figures in British pop art, Peter Blake is known for his urban realist subjects. Born in Dartford in 1932, he moved to London to study at the Royal College of Art in 1956. Remaining in the city for more than a decade, Blake was at the cultural centre of vibrant 1960s London. His work fuses high art and popular culture, referencing historical artworks, weekly magazines, children’s stories, movie stars and musicians. His output is famously broad ranging and includes painting, graphic design, collage, book illustration, sculpture and printing. He was the subject of a retrospective exhibition at Tate Britain in 1983.

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As custom prints are made to order, unfortunately we cannot accept returns if you have changed your mind or made a mistake. If we have made a mistake, or there is a problem with your order, then please contact our customer service team at shop@tate.org.uk.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

When will my order be delivered?

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I've changed my mind, can I cancel my order?

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Why do some artworks have fewer size options available?

The sizes available on the product page are calculated to offer the best reproduction of the artwork, and have been approved by the artists, their estate, or the owners of the original piece. In some instances, the size and nature of the original artwork mean that the larger print size options wouldn't represent the artwork in the high quality it deserves, so size options are limited to achieve the best possible print.

Are the artwork details included on the print?

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About Our Prints

Our custom prints are high-quality, made-to-order fine art print reproductions of Tate collection and exhibition artworks. Available in a choice of sizes and hand-made frames, they’re created using state of the art technology and sustainably sourced materials by our Sussex-based print specialists.