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Philip Guston: Collected Writings, Lectures, and Conversations

Philip Guston: Collected Writings, Lectures, and Conversations is a compilation that spans the artist's career, providing a rich tapestry of his intellectual and creative pursuits. The collection features his essays, speeches, and dialogues, offering readers a glimpse into Guston's philosophical approach to art and his reflections on the role of the artist in society. This volume is a testament to Guston's enduring influence on the art world and his contributions to the discourse on modern art. more

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Philip Guston
Philip Guston

Philip Guston was an influential American painter known for his unique style and contributions to modern art. His works combined elements of Abstract Expressionism and Surrealism, showcasing profound emotions and complex themes. more

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“Usually I draw in relation to my painting, what I am working on at the time. On a lucky day a surprising balance of forms and spaces will appear... making itself, the image taking hold. This in turn moves me toward painting - anxious to get to the same place, with the actuality of paint and light.”

“I have a studio in the country - in the woods - but my paintings look more real to me than what is outdoors. You walk outside; the rocks are inert; even the clouds are inert. It makes me feel a little better. But I do have a faith that it is possible to make a living thing, not a diagram of what I have been thinking: to posit with paint something living, something that changes each day.”