This book explores the contemporary landscape of abstract painting through the works of eleven emerging New York City-based artists. The exhibition, presented by Virginia Commonwealth University's Anderson Gallery, showcases artists who are actively redefining abstraction. The collection focuses exclusively on painters, highlighting their individual approaches to the abstract form.

This catalog serves as a snapshot of emerging abstract painters in the early 2000s, offering insight into the evolving definition of abstraction. The selection of artists by the Anderson Gallery suggests a curatorial focus on innovation and contemporary relevance within the art world. The book likely appeals to art students, collectors, and enthusiasts interested in contemporary painting and the New York art scene. It provides a valuable record of a specific moment in abstract art.