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September 28 – December 15, 2024
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The works in this exhibition capture the vibrancy of the emerging abstract movements during the 1960s and 70s, including Abstract Expressionism, Minimalism, Op Art, and Pop art. This show features an extraordinary collection of works on paper by artists now widely recognized as giants of 20th century art: Josef Albers, Max Ernst, Helen Frankenthaler, Ellsworth Kelly, Roy Lichtenstein, Joan Miró, Robert Motherwell, Claes Oldenburg, Robert Rauschenberg, Ed Ruscha, Frank Philip Stella, and others.
This exhibition is organized by the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Artists
- Josef Albers
- Harold Altman
- Richard Anuszkiewicz
- Lee Bontecou
- Lawrence Calcagno
- Dan Christensen
- Sister Corita Kent
- Allan M. D'Arcangelo
- Piero Dorazio
- Max Ernst
- Sorel Etrog
- Helen Frankenthaler
- Antonio Frasconi
- Robert Goodnough
- Adolph Gottlieb
- Charles Hinman
- Robert Indiana
- Paul Jenkins
- Ellsworth Kelly
- Reiji Kimura
- Julio Le Parc
- Roy Lichtenstein
- Richard Lin
- Vincent Longo
- Conrad Marca-Relli
- Joan Miró
- Robert Motherwell
- Robert Natkin
- Tetsuo Ochikubo
- Claes Oldenburg
- Victor Pasmore
- Philip Pearlstein
- Serge Poliakoff
- Robert Rauschenberg
- Omar Rayo
- Larry Rivers
- Ed Ruscha
- Pierre Soulages
- Theodoros Stamos
- Julian Stanczak
- Frank Philip Stella
- Carol Summers
- Victor Vasarely
- Esteban Vicente
- Vera Wolfe
- Jack Youngerman
- Adja Yunkers
- Larry Zox
Drawn to Abstraction Events & Workshops
In addition to the exhibition, Bedford Gallery will offer workshops and programming that are open to the public.
- Rock 'n' Roll Fridays
Every Friday, 12 - 5 pm, through December 13
From Jefferson Airplane and The Doors to The Beatles and beyond, you’re invited to take in this extraordinary collection while reveling in the soundtrack of the psychedelic generation. Then, take inspiration from your groovy viewing experience and make an abstract work of your very own! - Family Tie Dye T-shirt Workshop with Center for Community Arts Instructor Arrow
10:30 am – 12 pm, Saturday, October 19
Perfect for all ages, this groovy experience will guide you through three techniques of the tie-dye craze that defined a generation.
- Bike to Bedford
10 - 1:30 pm, Saturday, November 2
Join a guided tour of Walnut Creek’s prolific downtown public art collection. From original murals to functional art, this 45-minute walking tour highlights this acclaimed Bay Area collection followed with free entry to the exhibition. - Cocktails & Conversation with Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Director of Curatorial Affairs Rehema C. Barber Williams
5:30 – 7 pm, Thursday, November 14
Join Rehema C. Barber Williams, the Director of Curatorial Affairs at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, as she dives deep into the Collins Collection, exploring how it was passionately gathered by the Collins family and ultimately bequeathed to the institution. - Yoga & Sound Healing: Holiday Edition – back by popular demand!
10 – 11:30 am, Saturday, December 7
Led by Janine Ellis, who has guided yoga, meditation, and sound healing for over 35 years, this experience will uplift your heart and nourish your spirit as we celebrate the season together.
BG Donor Preview
Saturday, September 28, 2024
11 am – 12 pm PDT
Free for Bedford Gallery Donors. Bring your ID for entry.
Opening Party
Saturday, September 28, 2024
12 PM– 2 PM PDT
12 & under — FREE
BG Donors — FREE
Artwork Credits
Installation at Sordoni Gallery, Wilkes University, 2020.