This American Impressionist painter presents his work within an exploration of time the years that bracket the centennial and World War II. With the recent reconsideration of Impressionism in California as part of the mainstream, Clark is now emerging as one of its most notable practitioners.
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Featuring 77 color plates and 10 halftones of Clark's work,
By Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: An American Impressionist: The Art and Life of Alson Skinner Clark (Hardcover)
Intended as the companion artbook to a traveling exhibition, An American Impressionist: The Art And Life Of Alson Skinner Clark is the first in-depth scrutiny of the American Impressionist painter Alson Skinner Clark (1876-1949). Featuring 77 color plates and 10 halftones of Clark's work, ranging from nude figures to bustling urban centers to panoramic scenes from all over the world, An American Impressionist pairs the raw beauty and gentle imagery of the oil on canvas works with a brief discussion of Clark's life, his marriage, travels abroad, the toll World War I took upon him, his obscure retirement and the recent rediscovery of his contributions, particularly to the Impressionist tradition in California, where Clark made a name and lasting memory for himself among the local art community. Especially recommended for collectors, students, and connoisseurs of the Impressionist style.
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An Excellent Catalogue for an Uneven Exhibition,
By Grady Harp (Los Angeles, CA United States) - See all my reviews (HALL OF FAME REVIEWER) (VINE VOICE) (TOP 50 REVIEWER) (REAL NAME)
This review is from: An American Impressionist: The Art and Life of Alson Skinner Clark (Hardcover)
Studying museum catalogues can be an entertainment in and of itself. Some blockbuster shows featuring important and controversial artists when distilled into catalogue accompaniment give no hint as to the impact of the works, the artists, or the layout of the exhibitions. Conversely, some museums, especially those involved in a traveling exhibition, create a fine volume, well designed and executed, while the centerpiece artist is not all that impressive.
The latter is the case for AN AMERICAN IMPRESSIONIST: THE ART AND LIFE OF ALSON SKINNER CLARK. Clark's life and times mirror Americana and that aspect of the writing is interesting. The problem with the topic is that Clark is a local 'hero' whose works really don't merit a retrospective as far as output is concerned. Yes, there are some nice paintings ...and there are some works better left uncurated were it not for the theme of the exhibition. Clark did not limit himself to American locales but dabbled in en plein air work in Europe and elsewhere. There is not much original thought here: Clark's style was derivative and he was but one of hundreds of painters now termed American Impressionists. But given these observations, the catalogue makes for an enjoyable journey into a kinder time. Grady Harp. November 05
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