Abstract and Minimal Vocabulary. A visual landscape in Georgia O'Keeffe, Agnes Martin, and Hilma af Klint’s paintings

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• Tattoo Parlor
  For his influential book, The Americans, Frank took thousands of photographs across the United States. This one of a collage at a tattoo parlor in New York City did not make the book, but did become the famous cover for the Rolling Stones’ Exile on Main Street.
• Some Stories
  Presented without commentary, this film reveals the thinking behind his work and provides clues to the understanding of the artist's paintings, photographic work and books. What emerges is a portrait of a thoughtful, quietly rebellious artist who has influenced a large number of younger artists over the last 20 years. 1990, 28 mins. This tape reveals Baldessari's thoughts and intentions for his work over the course of his career, providing clues to the understanding of his paintings, books, and photos. What emerges is a portrait of a rebellious artist who attempts to undermine the catagories and dogmas of the art world- with the full realization that in the long run, some catagory or other will be named to label his work.