The exhibit “Sam Francis: Black + White” focuses on Francis’ rarely seen graphic works in black and white. Fueled by his study of Jung’s theories on dreams and memory, his fascination with Eastern religion and philosophy, and surrealism, Francis created iconic abstract works employing splatters, stains and grids.
While best known for his brightly colored works, the exhibition investigates what might be regarded as the purest aspect of Francis’ vision. This was his investigation of the energy created by the tension of opposites – the yin and yang of black ink splattered and painted across a negative space.
The Santa Monica-based Sam Francis (1923-1994) was a prolific printmaker and made major contributions to the American print renaissance of the 1960s.
WHEN: 10am-6pm Tues-Fri, 10am-5pm Sat
ADMISSION: Free
WHERE: Jack Rutberg Fine Arts
ADDRESS: 357 N. La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
PHONE: (323) 938-5222
WEBSITE: www.jackrutbergfinearts.com
ADDITIONAL INFO: The exhibit closes April 30
