Timothy Standring
Wyeth: Andrew and Jamie in the Studio
- ISBN 13:
- 9780300214215
- author:
- Timothy Standring
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Yale University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 26.7 x 28.4 x 2.5 cm
- Genre:
- Art, Architecture & Photography, Museums & Collections, Guggenheim
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Andrew Wyeth and Jamie Wyeth: A Study in Artistic Process The work of American realist painters Andrew Wyeth and his son Jamie Wyeth is notable for its diversity, despite their shared habits of mind and studio practice. This publication presents a unique exploration of the artists' working methods and processes, drawing on over 200 color illustrations of works created using various media. A rare glimpse into the artists' world is provided by author Timothy J. Standring's visits to their studios in the Brandywine Valley and Midcoast Maine. The book situates each artist's oeuvre within the context of their shared biographies, place, and artistic practices, offering a nuanced understanding of their distinct approaches. With its extensive collection of color illustrations, this handsome publication provides a valuable insight into the creative processes of two celebrated American realist painters.