Graphic Revolution: American Prints 1960 to Now examines the transformational decade of the 60s through the early XNUMXst century and the emergence of the creative synergies between artists, publishers, printers, dealers and collectors that were central to the development of American art during that time.
The explosion of printmaking that began in the United States in the 60s is notable for its radical spirit of exploration and experimentation that amplifies the possibilities of contemporary art. Often, in collaboration with experienced and market-savvy printers and publishers, artists have long since reimagined what a print can be and using print to push the boundaries of historic and popular imagery by engaging with contemporary issues and new technologies. The inventive options that an artist must choose today range from handmade to digital, from two-dimensional prints to books and multimedia objects.
Notable works include works by Andy Warhol, Robert Rauschenberg, Louise Bourgeois, Bruce Conner, Barbara Kruger, Luis Jimenez, Edgar Heap of Birds, Julie Mehretu and many others. Together, these individuals have created a fertile environment for artists of diverse perspectives to make new work, examples of which are brought into dialogue with one another throughout the exhibition.
Graphic Revolution: American Prints 1960 to
Saint Louis Art Museum (Missouri)
November 11–February 3, 2019
Main Exhibition Galleries
