Stevie Wonder — In Square Circle Era

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Canadian National Exhibition, Toronto, September 2, 1982

Captured during the In Square Circle era, this photograph shows Stevie Wonder behind his array of synthesizers, radiating joy and immersed in musical creation. Hand-signed by John Rowlands, strictly limited edition.

The Full Story

The Moment

This photograph shows Stevie Wonder behind his array of synthesizers and Yamaha GX-1, radiating joy and immersed in a "musical trance." Rowlands consistently sought to capture the intangible charisma of artists in their moment of creation, and this image is exemplary.

The Heritage

This period coincided with Stevie Wonder's activism for the creation of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The photograph conveys both his musical mastery and his charismatic stage presence, illustrating a landmark period in 1980s soul and pop performance.

Editions & Dimensions

SMALL (16") — Edition 150
Paper Size: 22.26" × 16.4"
Image Area: 19.6" × 13.07"
Margins: 1.33" (sides/top), 2" (bottom)
Shipping: 23"L × 5"W × 5"H, 2.0 lbs

MEDIUM (24") — Edition 100
Paper Size: 33.39" × 24.6"
Image Area: 29.39" × 19.6"
Margins: 2" (sides/top), 3" (bottom)
Shipping: 34"L × 5"W × 5"H, 3.0 lbs

LARGE (33") — Edition 50
Paper Size: 45.87" × 33.79"
Image Area: 40.37" × 26.91"
Margins: 2.75" (sides/top), 4.13" (bottom)
Shipping: 47"L × 6"W × 6"H, 4.0 lbs

Provenance & Release

Newly revealed from the John Rowlands archive. Hand-signed by John Rowlands, strictly limited and hand-numbered. Museum-grade scanning and archival pigment printing on heavyweight, acid-free fine art paper.

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