Seeing with the Mind's Eye: Jasper Johns

Jasper Johns: Seeing with the Mind's Eye is an eloquent and accessible survey of the work of the iconic American artist, Jasper Johns. For over sixty years, Johns has been exploring the meaning of art in the mind's eye through his innovative creations. His influential paintings from the 1950s and 1960s, characterized by bold colors, popular imagery, and sculptural elements, played a pivotal role in shaping pop, minimalism, and conceptual art.

As one of the most significant artists of the 20th century, Jasper Johns has not only inspired a new wave of critical thinking and writing but also continues to be active in the art world at the age of eighty-two. The book, Jasper Johns: Seeing with the Mind's Eye, aims to introduce a new generation to the diverse critical approaches towards this contemporary master by bringing together established and younger scholars.

Unlike typical large surveys, this book offers a detailed examination of specific works of art and series from all stages of Johns's career, including paintings, drawings, graphics, sculptural pieces, and illustrated books. The contributions range from historical to critical and poetic, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of Johns's artistic evolution.

Published in association with the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, Jasper Johns: Seeing with the Mind's Eye coincides with an exhibition at the museum from November 3, 2012, to February 3, 2013. This exhibition serves as a testament to Jasper Johns' enduring impact on the art world and invites viewers to delve deeper into the mind of this visionary artist.

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