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Ruth Asawa Through Line

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Book Synopsis: A groundbreaking examination of how the act of drawing was a vital component of Ruth Asawa’s multifaceted art “A revelatory exhibition. . . . [A] fine exhibition catalog.”—Nancy Princenthal, New York Times, “Critic’s Pick”

Ruth Asawa (1926–2013), widely known for her looped-wire sculptures, was an inveterate drawer. She filled sketchbook after sketchbook and even stated that drawing was central to her sculpture. This volume is the first to consider the significance of drawing in Asawa’s oeuvre throughout her career, featuring essays that examine the range of Asawa’s aesthetic maneuvers across materials and techniques; how Asawa’s drawing intertwined with the Bay Area arts community and her contributions to public education as a teacher and organizer; and the influence of Josef Albers’s pedagogy and Asawa’s lifelong adoption of his type of paper folding. Tracing Asawa’s artistic journey from her first formal art lessons in a Japanese American internment camp during World War II through her time at Black Mountain College and beyond, this comprehensive overview of the artist’s drawings includes reproductions of more than one hundred works—many of which have never been published—organized into eight thematic sections that cut through time, reflecting an art-making practice that was more circular or cyclical than linear.

Distributed for the Menil Collection and the Whitney Museum of American Art

Exhibition Schedule:
Whitney Museum of American Art, New York (September 16, 2023–January 15, 2024)
The Menil Collection, Houston (March 22–July 21, 2024)

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Discover the artistic brilliance of Ruth Asawa through her captivating drawings in the groundbreaking book, "Through Line." Asawa, renowned for her intricate looped-wire sculptures, also possessed a hidden talent for drawing. This revelatory exhibition catalog explores the profound role that drawing played in Asawa's multifaceted art, providing you with a deeper understanding of her creative process.

Immerse yourself in Asawa's extraordinary journey as you explore the essays featured in this volume. Gain insights into the diverse range of artistic techniques and materials she employed, allowing her to push artistic boundaries. Delve into how Asawa's drawing practices intersected with the vibrant Bay Area arts community, and learn about her contributions to public education as both a teacher and organizer.

Experience the profound influence of Josef Albers's pedagogy on Asawa's artistic development. Discover how she skillfully adopted his paper folding methods, weaving them seamlessly into her own artistic expression. With over one hundred never-before-published reproductions, this comprehensive overview of Asawa's drawings will transport you through time, revealing the cyclical nature of her art-making process.

Don't miss the opportunity to witness this mesmerizing exhibition firsthand. Join us at the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York from September 16, 2023, to January 15, 2024, and at The Menil Collection in Houston from March 22 to July 21, 2024. Embark on a visual journey of creativity and inspiration with Ruth Asawa's extraordinary drawings. Order your copy of "Through Line" today and delve into the mesmerizing world of an artistic genius.

Order your copy of "Through Line" now and experience the brilliance of Ruth Asawa's drawings firsthand. Don't miss out on this limited opportunity to immerse yourself in the artistic world of this extraordinary talent.

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