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The Remarkable Autobiography Of An American Artists Dreams, Passions, And Workas An American Abstract Expressionist Painter And Early Protege Of Leo Castelli, Jon Schueler Lived And Worked Among The Countrys Most Gifted Artists: Clyfford Still, Mark Rothko, Helen Frankenthaler, Jackson Pollock, Willem De Kooning, Jasper Johns, And Many Others. Schueler Was Mysteriously Driven To Connect Nature With A Deeply Personal Passion. In The Late 1950S, He Travelled For The First Time To Mallaig, A Town In Western Scotland On The Sound Of Sleat, Where The Dramatic Landscape Inspired His Art And Continued To Influence Him Throughout His Career.Over Nearly Thirty Years, As He Painted, Schueler Worked On This Book. In It, He Struggled To Define What It Was That Compelled Him To Paint And Wrestled With A Conflict That Confronts All Artistshow To Strike A Balance Between The Need To Create In Solitude And The Desire For Human Intimacy. The Sound Of Sleat Tells The Story Of A Passionate Life And Offers A Fascinating Look At The New York Art World In The Latter Half Of This Century And An Astonishing Window On Art, Hope, Despair, And Creativity.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Sound of Sleat: A Painter's Life'? A: The book explores the life of artist Jon Schueler, focusing on his passion for painting, connection to nature, and the artistic community he was part of.
- Q: Who is the author of this autobiography? A: The author is Jon Schueler, an American abstract expressionist painter.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers will gain insight into Schueler's personal struggles as an artist, the influences of his surroundings, and the dynamics of the New York art scene.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Sound of Sleat: A Painter's Life' have? A: The book contains 384 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition is a hardcover.
- Q: When was 'The Sound of Sleat' published? A: The book was published on January 15, 1999.
- Q: Is this book suitable for art enthusiasts? A: Yes, it offers a deep dive into the life and thoughts of a significant figure in the abstract expressionist movement, making it ideal for art enthusiasts.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the First Edition of 'The Sound of Sleat: A Painter's Life'.
- Q: Does the book include any illustrations or artwork? A: While the primary focus is on the narrative, it may include some illustrations representative of Schueler's work.
- Q: What are the key topics discussed in the autobiography? A: Key topics include the balance between solitude and social connection in the life of an artist, the transformative power of nature, and the emotional journey of creativity.