In the Studio : Jack Whitten

A fascinating insight into the creation of Jack Whitten's pioneering artworks through this richly illustrated companion to his life and work

In the Studio: Jack Whitten is an essential companion to the work of the pioneering African American artist, whose revolutionary approach to painting as a medium is widely considered to have changed the discipline. An elucidating new text by art critic Yínká Elújoba introduces Whitten's pioneering practice-his relentless experimentation, unconventional tools and materials, and profoundly original oeuvre-while numerous archival images offer a uniquely intimate window into the artist's process and inspirations. Covering Whitten's entire six-decade career, In the Studio: Jack Whitten offers a comprehensive introduction to the artist's life and work.