Nomenus: The Language of Flowers

Erik Madigan Heck has curated a special issue of Nomenus titled The Language of Flowers, featuring a selection of floral and figurative contemporary paintings and photographic studies from artists such as Anselm Kiefer, Rita Ackermann, Helen Frankenthaler, and more.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 07 July 2022
Publisher: Nomenus Quarterly

Erik Madigan Heck has curated a special issue titled "The Language of Flowers" for the second installment of Nomenus, a limited edition arts publication. This captivating issue seamlessly weaves together a curated selection of floral and figurative contemporary paintings and photographic studies from renowned artists such as Anselm Kiefer, Rita Ackermann, Helen Frankenthaler, Gabriel Orozco, Nick Knight, Mircea Suciu, Miranda Lichtenstein, Ida Applebroog, Emily Mason, Christophe Yvoré, Ben Sledsens, Martina Hoogland Ivanow, Brigitte Lustenberger, Alex Foxton, Kaye Donachie, Jesse Willenbring, Aubrey Levinthal, Erik Madigan Heck, and Tomo Campbell.

The artwork in this issue explores the intricate connections between flowers and human emotions, capturing the beauty, complexity, and symbolism of these natural wonders. From Anselm Kiefer's abstract interpretations of flowers to Rita Ackermann's vibrant and expressive photographs, each piece offers a unique perspective on the language of flowers.

The issue also includes a series of essays and interviews with the artists, providing insight into their creative processes and the inspiration behind their work. The artists discuss the role of flowers in art history, their personal connections to these subjects, and the ways in which they translate the essence of flowers into their visual language.

"The Language of Flowers" is a testament to the power of art to convey emotions and ideas, and to the enduring fascination with the natural world. It is a must-read for art enthusiasts, collectors, and anyone who appreciates the beauty and complexity of flowers and their place in our lives.

Weight: 1840g
Dimension: 304 x 264 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780578907871