“Once you put your hand in the paint you must do something, create something” - Jules Olitski

 It has been quite a while since our last post here at the Luther W. Brady Art Gallery, but we are excited to say that we have almost finished our installation for Jules Olitski On An Intimate Scale. Jules Olitski, an American painter known mostly for his abstract works was born in the 1920’s and died just a short time ago in 2007.  We are thrilled to display pieces from the Olitski collection yet again, as this will be the Gallery’s third exhibition featuring the artist.

The exhibition will open Friday, September 21^st with a reception with the artist’s family, and will run through December 14^th. Along the same time span, the American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center will be hosting their show Revelation: Major Paintings by Jules Olitski.  The Brady Art Gallery’s exhibition of smaller scale works is a fitting comparison to the monumental works that will be on view at American University.  Come get to know Olitski’s style with a close view to his admired paintings. 

Along with the show, there will be a panel discussion at the Phillips Collection on Jules Olitski’s work as a segment of the Creative Voices DC series.  Do not hesitate to come by The Phillips Collection on September 20^th at 6:00 PM for more information on Olitski’s collected works.  

Shaker, 1961, acrylic on canvas, 25"x16". Image courtesy of the Olitski Family Estate.