Vija Celmins: To Fix the Image in Memory

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking world of Vija Celmins with the stunning catalogue that accompanies her critically-acclaimed exhibition, "To Fix the Image in Memory." Displayed at the Metropolitan Museum, this exhibition showcases the incredible talent of Celmins, renowned for her awe-inspiring drawings of ocean surfaces.

Celmins has been capturing the beauty of natural imagery for over five decades, and her work has mesmerized art lovers worldwide. From her meticulously detailed renderings of desert floors to her captivating night sky paintings, Celmins has a unique ability to distill vast landscapes into small-scale masterpieces that leave viewers in awe.

By "redescribing" the world through her art, Celmins not only creates visually stunning pieces but also invites us to reflect on our own consciousness and experiences. Now, you can fully explore Celmins's extensive body of work since the 1960s in this comprehensive and lavishly illustrated volume.

Inside, you'll find scholarly essays, a narrative chronology, and captivating excerpts from interviews with the artist herself. The publication delves into Celmins's artistic techniques and methods, offering you a deeper understanding of her creative process. It also takes you on a journey through her early years in Los Angeles, where she was part of a vibrant artistic community that included luminaries like James Turrell and Ken Price, to her later life in New York City, where she connected with influential figures such as Robert Gober and Richard Serra.

Don't miss out on this must-have publication, the first major book on Vija Celmins in twenty years. As a bonus, it has been published in association with the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, making it a valuable addition to any art enthusiast's collection.

To experience the wonder of Vija Celmins's art and expand your understanding of her profound work, get your copy of "To Fix the Image in Memory" now!