This partnership of over 25 years continues to evolve. Newman's sensibilities also extend to the commercial arena where he consults as a product designer responsible for new concepts, forms and the appearance of products ranging from bicycle accessories to museum environments. His shows in New York's SoHo during the past two years represent the results of six years of experimentation and work with his unique means of combining two professions, namely designer-craftsman and artist. The things Newman does with paint can be accomplished only with acrylic, which dries quickly and pliably. Newman saw in this physical property the essence of a new way to think about the nature of paintings, and of art objects generally.
Few shows make so clear the relations between ideas and the physical properties of visual media.
The artist as shaman presides. Visit the Calendar of Events Search Page for complete exhibit and performance information. For more information, please contact Joseph Newman.