Gap introduces artist edition t-shirts

SAN FRANCISCO Gap has introduced original designs from 12 artists for its fall (PRODUCT) RED Artist Edition T-Shirt collection.

The featured artists range from the established to the up-and-coming and include James Jean, Geoff McFetridge, Non-Format by Kjell Ekhorn and Jon Forss, Deanne Cheuk, Keiko Itakura, Kari Moden, nomoco, James Joyce, Stephen Kelleher, Stina Persson, David Hollier and Celia Calle.

To spotlight the new collection, on July 25, Gap is opening the doors to a pop-up art gallery featuring original works of art by 10 of the artists in its rotating concept venue adjacent to its 5th Ave. flagship store. In addition to unique paintings, sculptures and sketches, the Gap RED Art Gallery also features the exclusive t-shirt designs [$28] for men and women. The Gallery will be open through Aug. 10.

The collection is also available at Gap stores nationwide, with select styles available at gap.com and the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York City. Now through August 30, the Whitney Museum Store will carry five women's and five men's styles.