David Byrne, the multi-talented artist best known as the frontman of Talking Heads, discusses his visual art practice in a new interview with Artnet News. He reveals plans for a solo exhibition at Pace Gallery in New York this fall, featuring his drawings and photographs. Byrne also talks about his immersive project 'Theater of the Mind,' which explores neuroscience and perception, traveling to Chicago's Goodman Theatre in 2026, and reflects on his early art school experiences at Rhode Island School of Design and Maryland Institute College of Art.
This interview matters because it highlights the often-overlooked visual art practice of a major cultural figure, bridging his musical and artistic output. Byrne's exhibition at Pace—a leading global gallery—signals the growing recognition of his work in the fine art world, while his interdisciplinary projects like 'Theater of the Mind' demonstrate how contemporary artists are increasingly merging art with science and technology to engage audiences in new ways.