Stanley Whitney: How High the Moon

Stanley Whitney's first museum survey, "Whitney: Endless Experimentation with Color," features 170 paintings and works on paper from the 1970s to the present day, exploring his bold and experimental palette and unique rhythm. The catalog includes scholarly explorations, a chronology, and illustrations. Whitney was born in 1946 near Philadelphia and has honed a unique body of abstract paintings, drawings, and prints reflecting his interests in art, architecture, textiles, and music.

Format: Hardback
Length: 296 pages
Publication date: 09 April 2024
Publisher: Distributed Art Publishers

Stanley Whitney, an American painter, has been creating vibrant and immersive abstract art for over 50 years. His paintings are characterized by a bold and experimental palette, and a unique rhythm that has captivated audiences worldwide. In recent years, Whitney has shifted his focus to creating large-scale paintings structured as loose grids, which allow him to explore endless painterly variations and invite viewers to focus on their own response to color. This approach has resulted in a body of work that is both visually stunning and deeply introspective. Whitney's paintings are accompanied by improvisatory small paintings, drawings, and prints, as well as his sketchbooks, which provide a glimpse into his engagement with the written word and politics. "Stanley Whitney: Endless Experimentation with Color" is the first in-depth survey of Whitney's work, and it is currently on display at the Buffalo AKG Art Museum. The exhibition features 170 paintings and works on paper spanning from the 1970s to the present day, and includes scholarly explorations of the artist's paintings and works on paper, a chronology, and illustrations of all works in the exhibition. Whitney's early work was influenced by artists such as Philip Guston, Robert Reed, Jack Whitten, Josef Albers, and Piet Mondrian, and he has since developed his own unique style that combines abstraction with elements of art, architecture, textiles, and music. His paintings are characterized by a dense grid of lines and shapes, which create a sense of movement and energy. Whitney's use of color is particularly striking, with bold and vibrant hues that create a sense of depth and intensity. He often uses a limited palette, but each painting is unique and distinct. Whitney's paintings have been exhibited in galleries and museums around the world, and he has received numerous awards and honors, including the Guggenheim Fellowship and the National Endowment for the Arts. Despite his success, Whitney remains humble and dedicated to his art. He continues to experiment with new techniques and materials, and his work continues to push the boundaries of abstraction. "Stanley Whitney: Endless Experimentation with Color" is a must-see exhibition for anyone interested in contemporary art. It offers a unique opportunity to explore the depth and complexity of Whitney's work and to gain a deeper understanding of his artistic vision. Whether you are a seasoned art collector or a newcomer to the world of art, this exhibition is sure to leave a lasting impression.

ISBN-13: 9781636811048