Meet the Author: Steve Parke is being held on Saturday, October 14 at 1 p.m. in Grand Tier III
Each year, Mason offers a four-day celebration gathering thousands of alumni and supporters through dozens of events in the main Fairfax campus. It’s a special time to stroll through old stomping grounds, reconnect with friends and faculty, and to reminisce about the joy of being a true #MasonPatriot.
The upcoming Alumni Weekend is scheduled to take place from Thursday, October 12–Sunday, October 15, 2017. One of the weekend’s highlights will be an exclusive Q&A and book signing session with Steve Parke, author of the newly-published Picturing Prince—an intimate portrait by the legendary star’s former creative director.
Steve Parke attended Mason in the early 1980s as a Theater major. Following his studies at Mason, he embarked on a 14-year run as art director and personal photographer for Prince. In this role, he designed everything from album covers and merchandise to sets for Prince’s tours and videos. He eventually became Paisley Park’s official art director for 14 years. As a prominent photographer, Steve’s clients have also included David Bowie, Bon Jovi, Bob Dylan, and Sheila E., among many others.
Meet the Author: Steve Parke is being held on Saturday, October 14 at 1 p.m. in Grand Tier III. It includes a one-hour interview and Q&A facilitated by Mason alumna Nicole Livas. Guests may purchase a book at the event to be signed by the author. This event is FREE.