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Book Synopsis: The renowned artist Ed Ruscha was born in Nebraska, grew up in Oklahoma, and has lived and worked in Southern California since the late 1950s. Beginning in 1956, road trips across the American Southwest furnished a conceptual trove of themes and motifs that he mined throughout his career. The everyday landscapes of the West, especially as experienced from the automobile—gas stations, billboards, building facades, parking lots, and long stretches of roadway—are the primary motifs of his often deadpan and instantly recognizable paintings and works on paper, as well as his influential artist books such as Twentysix Gasoline Stations and All the Buildings on the Sunset Strip. His iconic word images—declaring Adios, Rodeo, Wheels over Indian Trails, and Honey . . . I Twisted through More Damn Traffic to Get Here—further underscore a contemporary Western sensibility. Ruscha’s interest in what the real West has become—and Hollywood’s version of it—plays out across his oeuvre. The cinematic sources of his subject matter can be seen in his silhouette pictures, which often appear to be grainy stills from old Hollywood movies. They feature images of the contemporary West, such as parking lots and swimming pools, but also of its historical past: covered wagons, buffalo, teepees, and howling coyotes. Featuring essays by Karin Breuer and D.J. Waldie, plus a fascinating interview with the artist conducted by Kerry Brougher, this stunning catalogue, produced in close collaboration with the Ruscha studio, offers the first full exploration of the painter’s lifelong fascination with the romantic concept and modern reality of the evolving American West.Published in association with the Fine Arts Museums of San FranciscoExhibition dates:de Young, San Francisco: July 16–October 9, 2016 Read more

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Immerse yourself in the captivating artwork of Ed Ruscha and experience the beauty of the Great American West like never before. Ruscha, a legendary artist who hails from the heartland of America, has created a collection that truly captures the essence of this vast and diverse landscape. From the dusty roads of the Southwest to the iconic gas stations that line the highways, his work brings the everyday landscapes of the West to life with an unmistakable touch.

In this remarkable book, you'll find Ruscha's most influential artist books, including "Twentysix Gasoline Stations" and "All the Buildings on the Sunset Strip." These publications have become iconic in their own right, with their thought-provoking images and bold typography. Ruscha's word images, such as "Adios" and "Honey . . . I Twisted through More Damn Traffic to Get Here," add a contemporary Western sensibility to his work, making it relatable and engaging for a modern audience.

What sets Ruscha apart is his ability to seamlessly blend the real West with Hollywood's version of it. His silhouette pictures transport you to another time, reminiscent of grainy stills from old Western movies. They not only showcase the contemporary West, with its parking lots and swimming pools, but also pay homage to its historical past, featuring covered wagons, buffalo, teepees, and howling coyotes. It's a harmonious fusion of tradition and modernity.

Featuring insightful essays by Karin Breuer and D.J. Waldie, as well as a captivating interview with the artist himself conducted by Kerry Brougher, this catalogue is a comprehensive exploration of Ed Ruscha's fascination with the romantic concept and modern reality of the American West. Each page is meticulously curated in collaboration with the Ruscha studio to provide an authentic and immersive experience for art enthusiasts.

Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to own a piece of the Great American West. Immerse yourself in the transformative artistry of Ed Ruscha and discover the true essence of the West through his eyes. Order now and embark on a journey through the evolving American West.

Order now to experience the West through Ed Ruscha's eyes.

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