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Alma W. Thomas: Everything Is Beautiful

Name: Alma W. Thomas: Everything Is Beautiful
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Book Synopsis: A sweeping retrospective of Alma W. Thomas’s wide-reaching artistic practice that sheds new light on her singular search for beauty. Achieving fame in 1972 as the first Black woman to mount a solo show at the Whitney Museum of American Art, Alma W. Thomas (1891–1978) is known for her large abstract paintings filled with irregular patterns of bright colors. This insightful reassessment of Thomas’s life and work reveals her complex and deliberate artistic existence before, during, and after the years of commercial and critical success, and describes how her innovative palette and loose application of paint grew out of a long study of color theory. Essays trace Thomas’s journey from semirural Georgia to international recognition and situate her work within the context of the Washington Color School and creative communities connected to Howard University. Featuring rarely seen theatrical designs, sculpture, family photographs, watercolors, and marionettes, this volume demonstrates how Thomas’s pursuit of beauty extended to every facet of her life—from her exuberant abstractions to the conscientious construction of her own persona through community service, teaching, and gardening.

Published in association with The Columbus Museum and the Chrysler Museum of Art.

Exhibition Schedule:

Chrysler Museum of Art, Norfolk, VA (July 9–October 3, 2021)
The Phillips Collection, Washington, DC (October 30, 2021–January 23, 2022)
Frist Art Museum, Nashville (February 25–June 5, 2022)
The Columbus Museum, GA (July 1–September 25, 2022)

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Immerse yourself in the vibrant and captivating world of Alma W. Thomas with her groundbreaking book, "Everything Is Beautiful." This stunning retrospective showcases Thomas's artistic genius and her tireless quest for beauty. As the first Black woman to have a solo show at the renowned Whitney Museum of American Art, Thomas's work is a testament to her incomparable talent and groundbreaking contributions to the art world.

Discover the mesmerizing abstract paintings that made Thomas a household name. Her unique style, characterized by irregular patterns and bold splashes of color, will leave you in awe. Through this insightful reassessment, you'll gain a deeper understanding of Thomas's deliberate and complex artistic journey, from her remarkable success to her personal exploration of color theory.

Delve into Thomas's life as essays trace her path from semirural Georgia to international recognition. Learn about her connection to the Washington Color School and the influential creative communities tied to Howard University. Uncover the hidden gems of her artistic range, from seldom-seen theatrical designs to intricate sculptures, family photographs, watercolors, and marionettes. This comprehensive volume unveils the multitude of ways Thomas embodied beauty in every aspect of her life.

Published in association with The Columbus Museum and the Chrysler Museum of Art, this extraordinary book takes you on a visual journey through Thomas's artistic evolution. Don't miss the chance to experience her unparalleled talent for yourself. Join us on this remarkable exploration of beauty and order your copy of "Everything Is Beautiful" today!

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