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This is the first major publication of Mary Weatherford, who is quickly becoming one of the most prominent artists of her generation, and surveys the artist's neon paintings. Since the beginning of her career she has rooted her abstract painting in subjective experience and brought a feminist perspective to what is perhaps the defining category of modern and contemporary art, breaking down preconceived notions of scale, technical achievement, and formal progress. Weatherford accents the surface of her recent luminous paintings and installations with neon lighting fixtures to evoke the dynamic nature of city life. This beautifully illustrated book presents all of Weatherford's neon works to date, along with essays by Robert Faggen, Katy Siegel, Jennifer Peterson, and an interview with the artist.
This book surveys the neon paintings of Mary Weatherford, a prominent contemporary artist. The publication details her abstract paintings rooted in subjective experience and a feminist perspective, challenging traditional notions of scale and technical achievement. Weatherford integrates neon lighting fixtures into her luminous works to capture the dynamism of urban environments. The book presents all of her neon works to date, accompanied by critical essays and an artist interview.
This monograph is the first major publication dedicated to Mary Weatherford, positioning her as a significant artist of her generation. The critical essays and artist interview provide in-depth analysis of her unique approach to abstract painting and her use of neon. The book is noted for its comprehensive presentation of her neon works, offering a thorough overview of this aspect of her oeuvre. Its focus on her feminist perspective and engagement with urban themes contributes to a rich understanding of her contribution to contemporary art.
Page Count:
218
Publication Date:
2016-01-01
ISBN-10:
3791355880
ISBN-13:
9783791355887
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