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Ithell Colquhoun, Ghosts and World Receivers
Ithell Colquhoun, Ghosts and World Receivers
Ithell Colquhoun: Genius of the Fern Loved Gully by Amy Hale
In art history discussions British Surrealism is often an under-represented topic as is one of its most important pioneers – Ithell Colquhoun. But there is more to and more to say about Colquhon than her on-off relationship with Surrealism as Amy Hale makes strongly apparent in her biography of this intriguing artist. Born in India in…
Landscape near Murnau with Locomotive by Vasily Kandinsky, 1909,Guggenheim Museum
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York © 2016 Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York/ADAGP, Paris
Medium: Oil on board
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Charles Green Shaw - Black into Yellow (1970)
Author, journalist, poet and artist, Charles Green Shaw (1892-1974) was an important figure in early American abstract art. He was born into a wealthy New York family and lived a life of privilege “earning” him a place in the group known as the “Park Avenue Cubists." Though Shaw took an interest in art as a child it wasn’t until 1927 that he began to focus on developing his talent; studying under artist George Luks and enrolling in the Art Students League in New York. Intent on further honing his skills, Shaw traveled to Europe from 1929-1932 where he immersed himself in the arts.
It wasn’t until after returning to New York in 1932 that Shaw considered himself a painter. Though inspired by the European styles of art that he was exposed to in his travels, notably Neo-plasticism and Cubism, Shaw sought to create a style of abstract art that was uniquely American and his own; what he soon developed was the style he called "Concretionist”.
In 1933 he began what many consider his most important work, a series of paintings in the “Concretionist” style called “Plastic Polygons”, which were inspired by the New York skyline. In 1936 Shaw helped form the Abstract American Artists group, which contributed to the development and acceptance of abstract art in the United States and still exists today. His works are in the collections of many prominent galleries and museums including MOMA, Guggenheim and The Met.
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Mime by Man Ray, 1916,Guggenheim Museum
The Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation Gift, Peggy Guggenheim, 1979 © 2016 Man Ray Trust/Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York/ADAGP, Paris
Medium: Pochoir print with ink on paper
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Happy September.
Do not feel forlorn, summer is still here. Somewhere.
What’s your entrance strategy for fall? I’ve been wrapping my head around a lot of unknowns, new prospects and possibilities.
Time to step way back from the picture, maybe turn it upside down - maybe hang it in another room for an entirely fresh perspective.
Suppose I’m going on strike, or quitting myself - in a good way.
That said, I’ve really enjoyed collecting this bit of goodness for you. Hope you discover something inspiring or helpful.
If anything strikes a chord for someone you know, forward this post to them.
That’s nice - xo, Darla
Apply
Go for a Guggenheim Fellowship. The application deadline for the 2017 United States and Canada competition is two weeks away.
Tell your friend about this job. The International Center of Photography is seeking a full-time Director of Content and Public Programming.
Send in your resume STAT, The New York Times is looking for an editor to cover gender issues.
Learn
I’ve spent all of my adult life in painting, dance and rehearsal studios. Acquiring online acumen is an ongoing process for me. I really enjoy learning from Paul Jarvis .Super great to find “one of your people” in this realm. Check out his online classes for creatives, freelancers and online businesses - swell podcasts, too. Thanks Paul!
Archtober presents it’s sixth annal month-long festival of architecture and design. Get in on special tours, lectures, films and exhibitions that focus on the importance of architecture and design in everyday life.
Experience
Just learned of Robert Montgomery’s work. This one feels right, right now.
(*his light poem seen up top)
I shot this at Tony Oursler's Imponderalbe at MOMA. His archive of ephemera relating to stage magic, spirit photography, pseudoscience, telekinesis, and other manifestations of the paranormal was truly fascinating. These are Houdini’s handcuffs. His wife would pass him the key with a kiss before he hit the water. (Kate Bush fans - can you hear that song?)
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Study for Amorpha, Warm Chromatic and for Fugue in two colors; Study for The Fugue by František Kupka, 1910,Guggenheim Museum
The Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation Peggy Guggenheim Collection, Venice, 1976 © 2016 Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York/ADAGP, Paris
Medium: Pastel on machine-made laid-line paper
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Untitled by Cy Twombly, 1961,Guggenheim Museum
Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation Hannelore B. and Rudolph B. Schulhof Collection, bequest of Hannelore B. Schulhof, 2012 © Cy Twombly
Medium: Oil and crayon on canvas
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Interior with Mirrored Wall by Roy Lichtenstein, 1991,Guggenheim Museum
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York © Estate of Roy Lichtenstein
Medium: Oil and Magna on canvas
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NYC Vibes…
Various Actions by Vasily Kandinsky, 1941,Guggenheim Museum
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York Solomon R. Guggenheim Founding Collection © 2016 Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York/ADAGP, Paris
Medium: Oil and enamel on canvas
https://www.guggenheim.org/artwork/1991
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The Clarinet by Georges Braque, 1912,Guggenheim Museum
The Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation Peggy Guggenheim Collection, Venice, 1976 © 2016 Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York/ADAGP, Paris
Medium: Oil with sand on fine linen canvas
https://www.guggenheim.org/artwork/674
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Study for “Disks of Newton” (“Disques de Newton”) by František Kupka, 1911,Guggenheim Museum
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York Gift, Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Liberman, 1994 © 2016 Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York / ADAGP, Paris
Medium: Pastel on paper
https://www.guggenheim.org/artwork/2387
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The Parachutists by William Baziotes, 1944,Guggenheim Museum
The Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation Gift, Ethel Baziotes, 2004 © 2004 William Baziotes
Medium: Duco enamel on canvas
https://www.guggenheim.org/artwork/13165
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For an Anniversary by Afro (Afro Basaldella), 1955,Guggenheim Museum
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York Gift, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Pulitzer, Jr., 1958 © 2016 Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York / SIAE, Rome
Medium: Oil on canvas
https://www.guggenheim.org/artwork/116
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Dragonfly by Man Ray, 1916,Guggenheim Museum
The Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation Gift, Peggy Guggenheim, 1979 © 2016 Man Ray Trust/Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York/ADAGP, Paris
Medium: Pochoir print with ink on paper
https://www.guggenheim.org/artwork/32216
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Pitcher and Bowl of Fruit by Pablo Picasso, 1931,Guggenheim Museum
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York By exchange, 1982 © 2016 Estate of Pablo Picasso / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York
Medium: Oil on canvas
https://www.guggenheim.org/artwork/3446
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Before the Festivity by Paul Klee, 1920,Guggenheim Museum
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York Estate of Karl Nierendorf, By purchase © 2016 Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York / VG Bild-Kunst, Bonn
Medium: Watercolor and oil transfer drawing on paper, mounted on cardboard
https://www.guggenheim.org/artwork/2133
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Comedy by David Salle, 1995,Guggenheim Museum
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York Purchased with funds contributed by the International Director’s Council, Mr. and Mrs. Edward G. Shufro, The Eli Broad Family Foundation, and Rachel Lehmann, 1996 Art © David Salle/Licensed by VAGA, New York, NY
Medium: Oil and acrylic on canvas
https://www.guggenheim.org/artwork/3767
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Fiesta by Agnes Martin, 1985,Guggenheim Museum
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York, Gift, The American Art Foundation, 1992 © 2016 Agnes Martin / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York
Medium: Acrylic and graphite on canvas
https://www.guggenheim.org/artwork/2808
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Light Painting by Mary Corse, 1971,Guggenheim Museum
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York Gift, The Theodoron Foundation, 1971 © Mary Corse
Medium: Glass microspheres in acrylic on canvas
https://www.guggenheim.org/artwork/906
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Untitled by El Lissitzky, 1917,Guggenheim Museum
The Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation Peggy Guggenheim Collection, Venice, 1976 © 2016 Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York/VG Bild-Kunst, Bonn
Medium: Oil on canvas
https://www.guggenheim.org/artwork/2511
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Men in the City by Fernand Léger, 1919,Guggenheim Museum
The Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation Peggy Guggenheim Collection, Venice, 1976 © 2016 Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York/ADAGP, Paris
Medium: Oil on canvas
https://www.guggenheim.org/artwork/2442
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The City by Robert Delaunay, 1911,Guggenheim Museum
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York Solomon R. Guggenheim Founding Collection, By gift
Medium: Oil on canvas
https://www.guggenheim.org/artwork/1021
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Sancta Francisca by Vasily Kandinsky, 1911,Guggenheim Museum
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York © 2016 Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York/ADAGP, Paris
Medium: Reverse oil painting on glass
https://www.guggenheim.org/artwork/1856
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Private Title by Brice Marden, 1966,Guggenheim Museum
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York Panza Collection, 1991 © 2016 Brice Marden / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York
Medium: Oil and wax on canvas
https://www.guggenheim.org/artwork/2789
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Dominant Curve by Vasily Kandinsky, 1936,Guggenheim Museum
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, New York Solomon R. Guggenheim Founding Collection © 2016 Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York/ADAGP, Paris
Medium: Oil on canvas
https://www.guggenheim.org/artwork/1972
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