Have you ever seen the legendary painting of a Campbell’s soup can from the 60s? Or perhaps the colorful canvases of Marilyn Monroe? If so, you’ve seen the artwork of the iconic artist and photographer Andy Warhol.
A leading figure of the visual arts movement called pop art, Warhol found both scandal and success as an artist in the 60s. At first a controversial artist, Warhol’s portraits quickly gained popularity and even became some of the most expensive paintings ever sold. He went on to become one of the most renowned artists of the 20th century, and his work is easily recognizable.
Since his death in 1987, Warhol has been studied and honored in films, documentaries and museums across the world. The Andy Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh, PA honors the work of Warhol, a Pittsburgh native. He’s even been featured on a postage stamp, issued in 2002.
Some of Warhol’s original artwork is now on display here at Clemson University. The exhibition, entitled “Warhol: Portraits and the Everyday” includes pieces of his original artwork including screen-prints, Polaroid portraits and black and white portraits. 
According to Clemson’s website, these pieces will provide viewers with “a snapshot of Warhol’s fluid approach to life.” 
“Warhol: Portraits and the Everyday” is open now at Lee Gallery, the primary exhibition space of Clemson Visual Arts. The exhibit is open until March 6, every Monday – Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The exhibit is free and open to the public.