Chinese Filipino pop artist Sean Go presents “Electric Love,” opening October 25 at PARLOUR Amsterdam, marking the venue’s inaugural art exhibition. Running through November 25, the exhibition brings Go’s distinctive fusion of pop culture and social commentary to Amsterdam’s De Pijp district, curated with art historian Rikkert Beek, former curator at the Cobra Museum in Amsterdam, alongside Lincoln Lim, co-founder of PARLOUR Amsterdam.
“Electric Love” reimagines familiar cultural icons through a Filipino lens. Go takes cartoon characters, corporate logos, Marvel superheroes, and Star Wars figures, recontextualizing them with local food brands and traditional Filipino motifs. Fusing street art energy with comic book storytelling, the exhibition creates a vibrant narrative about rock and roll, love, and inclusion while critiquing capitalism and deconstructing colonial legacies.
This marks another milestone in Go’s growing international presence. Often referred to as “the Andy Warhol of the Philippines,” his recent solo shows include “Colossus” at León Gallery International in the Philippines, exploring themes of scale and wonder; “Gods and Monsters” at YOD Gallery in Osaka, examining mythology and urban culture; and “Pop Go The Fable” at Hoang Beli Gallery in Paris. His work has been featured in Vogue, GQ, and Harper’s Bazaar.
Beek’s curatorial expertise adds depth to the presentation, positioning Go’s work within broader contemporary art conversations. PARLOUR Amsterdam, known for building a diverse community of locals and internationals through music-based exhibits and events, makes this collaboration a natural fit for showcasing cross-cultural artistic exchange.
Exhibition Details:
Venue: PARLOUR Amsterdam
Location: De Pijp district, Amsterdam
Dates: October 25 – November 25
Visit PARLOUR Amsterdam from October 25 and witness Sean Go’s “Electric Love” exhibition. For art collectors, cultural enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a fresh perspective on the icons that shape our world, this promises to be a transformative encounter with contemporary pop art’s rebellious edge.
