Full Description
Framing the Ephemeral marks the first publication of Lois Dodd (b. 1927), offering a captivating exploration of her observational paintings that capture everyday moments with a focus on light and atmosphere. Known for her swift, thin layers of paint, Dodd masterfully conveys fleeting, never-to-return scenes, revealing a fresh perspective on the ordinary. Her ability to observe with clarity and translate it into vivid works is rare, as is her remarkable seven-decade-long career. At 96, Dodd remains a pioneering yet often overlooked figure in post-war American art, challenging traditional gender norms and standing firm in her commitment to observational painting. This book shines a light on her profound contributions and reaffirms her place in art history.
Contents
Foreword 6
Introduction 8
Closing in on Nature—Lucy R. Lippard 16
A Freshening—Laura McLean-Ferris 36
Lightness of Sight—Faye Hirsch 60
Light of Awareness—Daniel Koep 80
The View from the Window—Karen Wilkin 100
"Look, the trees"—Janice McNab 118
The Window as Witness (and Mythmaker)—Katy Hessel 150
In Conversation—Lois Dodd and Hans Ulrich Obrist 166
Lois, Yesterday and Today—Vincent Katz 186
A Gift to be Simple—Phil Alexandre 202
Bringing Nature In—Louise Bjeldbak Henriksen 214
Biography 222
List of Works 226
Contributors' Biographies 234
