Mary Heilmann: Looking at Pictures

Mary Heilmann: Looking at Pictures

Mary Heilmann studied ceramics and poetry before moving to New York in 1968 and taking up painting. A pioneer of infusing abstract painting with influences from craft traditions and popular culture--especially rock music and California beach culture--Heilmann is one of the most important yet under-recognized artists working today.
Mary Heilmann: Looking at Pictures explores the artistâ€™s approach to abstraction from two distinct but interrelated perspectives: the formal and the personal. The autobiographical dimension of the artistâ€™s work is clear in her pieces related to friendships, memories and places; while the formal aspect of her oeuvre is evident in her paintings of grids and squares rendered in primary colors and in works based on architectural planes.
As well as a new essay by Briony Fer and writings on key works by the artist, the volume features over 100 beautiful full-color illustrations of paintings, works on paper, furniture and ceramics from Heilmannâ€™s five-decade career.
Country USA
Brand Whitechapel Gallery
Manufacturer Whitechapel Gallery
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber Illustrated
ReleaseDate 2016-08-23
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780854882472

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