“Everything that I saw became something to be made, and it had to be exactly as it was, with nothing added. It was a new freedom: there was no longer the need to compose. The subject was there already made, and I could take from everything. It all belonged to me: a glass roof of a factory, with its broken and patched panels, lines on a road map, a corner of a Braque painting, paper fragments in the street. It was all the same: anything goes.”
Quote by Ellsworth Kelly
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Ellsworth Kelly in San Francisco
This book delves into the artistic contributions of Ellsworth Kelly, focusing on his works displayed in San Francisco. It examines the impact of the city's environment on Kelly's art and provides insights into the significance of his pieces within the local art scene. more
Author
Ellsworth Kelly
Ellsworth Kelly, born on May 31, 1923, was an influential American painter known for his exploration of color and form. His works, characterized by simple geometric shapes and bold colors, have had a profound impact on modern art. more
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