Invisible Painting: My Memoir of Leonora Carrington

Gabriel Weisz Carrington's book explores the life and art of his mother, Leonora Carrington, a renowned Surrealist artist. It delves into her relationships, travels, and artistic influences, painting a complex and authentic portrait of her as an artist.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 152 pages
\n Publication date: 21 May 2021
\n Publisher: Manchester University Press
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Since her passing in 2011, the legendary Surrealist Leonora Carrington has undergone numerous reconstructions and reinventions. In this captivating book, Gabriel Weisz Carrington delves into his mother's life, demystifying the woman and artist behind the iconic persona. Through his travels between Leonora's native England and adopted homeland of Mexico, he stops in New York and Paris, encountering some of the remarkable figures she associated with, including Max Ernst, André Breton, Remedios Varo, and Alejandro Jodorowsky. At the same time, he strives to portray a complex and authentic Surrealist creator, exploring Leonora not merely in relation to her romantic partners or social milieus but as the artist she always was. A rich and textured portrait emerges from the conversations, memories, stories, and Leonora's profound engagement with the books she read. This captivating exploration offers a fresh perspective on the life and legacy of a visionary artist, shedding light on the woman behind the enigmatic persona.

\n Weight: 426g\n
Dimension: 147 x 223 x 19 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781526153937\n \n