David Reed's Working Drawings and Paintings Reveal Abstract Process at Peter Blum Gallery

From January 13 to March 6, David Reed will present over sixty recent drawings and color studies at the Peter Blum Gallery in Soho. His work includes oil and alkyd paintings that showcase his unique abstract and expressive style. Reed’s drawings on graph paper delve into color experimentation and personal insights, with notes like “thinking of Resnick” and uncertainties about techniques. Notably, painting #571 comes with four pages filled with reflections, color samples, sketches, and structural notes. For instance, Color Study 43 (2009), about 16 by 8.5 inches, features green ribbons on red with dark blue highlights and a purple pole. Similarly, Color Study 45 (2009), measuring 12 by 8 inches, shows green waves over red with a black-and-white symbol. This exhibition highlights his artistic journey and connects to New York's abstract art scene, alongside artists like Sean Scully and Louise Fishman, emphasizing the enduring significance of painting as a form of personal expression that resonates with history.