Brian Wilson Exhibition at CAPC Bordeaux

The CAPC musée d'art contemporain in Bordeaux, France, hosted the exhibition 'If Everybody Had an Ocean: Brian Wilson' from November 17, 2007, to March 3, 2008. The show explored the cultural impact of Brian Wilson, the Beach Boys' creative force, through contemporary art. It featured works by various artists responding to Wilson's music and persona, including pieces by Christian Marclay, Mike Kelley, and Raymond Pettibon. The exhibition was curated by Alex Farquharson and included a range of media such as painting, sculpture, video, and sound installations. It examined themes of pop culture, mental health, and the American dream, reflecting Wilson's influence on art and music. The show also included archival materials and a listening room. It was part of a series of exhibitions at CAPC focusing on music and art intersections.