Steve Parke - Prince Black, White, Color

    Join the Orange Community Arts Guild for an extraordinary evening celebrating the life and legacy of a global icon. We are proud to present the official book release and exhibition for "Prince: Black, White, Color" by award-winning photographer and art director Steve Parke.

    Having worked as Prince’s in-house art director at Paisley Park for 13 years, Steve Parke held a position of unique trust, capturing the "Visionary" in moments the public rarely saw. This event marks the 10th anniversary of Prince’s passing with a stunning visual chronicle that reveals the artist as never before.

    The book "Prince: Black, White, Color" by Steve Parke is a significant visual tribute scheduled for release in April 2026 to mark the 10th anniversary of Prince’s passing.

    As Prince’s former in-house art director at Paisley Park for 13 years, Parke had a level of access few photographers ever achieved. This book is a curated collection of that work, moving beyond his stage persona to show the "Visionary" in rare, private moments.

    Key Highlights of the Book

    • Intimate Subject Matter: The collection includes shots of Prince at his home in Marbella, Spain, working in the recording studio, and quiet moments with his first wife, Mayte Garcia, and their dog, Mia.
    • Visual Scale: The standard edition features over 250 images, many of which are being published for the first time. The photography is a mix of 83 color and 187 black and white plates.
    • Historical Context: It includes poignant photos like those taken at the Paisley Park playground, which was originally intended for Prince and Mayte’s child. Parke notes how Prince’s demeanor shifted to a more somber tone during that specific shoot.
    • Authentic Perspective: Because Parke was an employee and friend, the photos often capture Prince barefoot or in casual settings, offering a stark contrast to his highly polished public image.

    About the Author

    Steve Parke is an award-winning photographer and designer. During his 13-year tenure at Paisley Park, he did everything from designing album covers (like Graffiti Bridge and Emancipation) to hand-painting Prince's guitars. He previously authored the well-regarded book Picturing Prince: An Intimate Portrait in 2017.

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    General Schedule Questions


    6:00 PM: Doors open for early entry / VIP ticket holders.

    6:30 PM: General public entry begins.

    7:15 PM – 8:00 PM: Keynote presentation and conversation.

    8:00 PM – 9:00 PM: VIP reception, gourmet hors d'oeuvres, and refreshments.

    8:30 PM – 10:00 PM: Book signing and photography meet-and-greet with Steve Parke.


    What time does the Photography exhibition open and close? Where is the photography exhibition?

    The exhibition gallery is open for the entire duration of the event (6:00 PM – 10:00 PM).

    For both locations


    What time is the Keynote presentation? How long will it be?

    The keynote/conversation presentation will begin promptly at 7:15 PM and will run for approximately 45 minutes (ending at 8:00 PM).


    Is the signing before or after the event? What time will it start and end?

    The book signing and photographer meet-and-greet take place after the presentation. It will start at 8:30 PM and run until the event concludes at 10:00 PM.


    Ticket Distribution & Performance Content

    Ticket Distribution: How will I get my ticket? Do I need to bring anything with me, like an ID or other credential?

    Tickets are distributed digitally via email upon purchasing. Attendees should bring either their digital ticket QR code on their smartphone or a printed copy.


    It is an intimate, "inside-the-world" conversation featuring Steve Parke, who spent 13 years living and working as Prince's in-house art director at Paisley Park. He will share personal stories behind designing Prince's album covers, hand-painting his iconic guitars, and capturing rare, intimate daily moments of the visionary artist that have seldom been seen by the public.


    Parking & Venue Procedures

    Standard parking procedures for the Segerstrom Center area apply. Parking is not provided directly with the ticket purchase, and standard garage rates will be active (there are no special discounted deals with the area garages).

    Valet for the Los Angeles location

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