Ron Olds

American, active late 20th century

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The image contains curved lines and shapes forming an abstract composition on a pale green background. The shapes suggest a swirling motion. Within the shapes are colorful illustrations, including scenes of a beach, a checkered pattern, and architectural blueprints. At the bottom, there is a road sign with "ONLY" and "Melrose Avenue." The image creates an abstract representation integrating everyday elements.
David Hockney, Daniel Freeman, Jeff Wasserman, Kenneth Tyler, Serge Lozingot, Ron Olds, Gemini G.E.L., Wind, 1973, color lithograph and screenprint on Arjomari wove paper, Gift of the Woodward Foundation, Washington, D.C., 1976.56.52

Wind

David Hockney, Daniel Freeman, Jeff Wasserman, Kenneth Tyler, Serge Lozingot, Ron Olds, Gemini G.E.L. · 1973 · color lithograph and screenprint on Arjomari wove paper ·  Accession ID  1976.56.52

This print shows a red pot with a leafy green plant in front of bright blue shutters. Streaks of yellow and green come in from the left side of the print, overlapping with the potted plant and the shutters. The plant casts a dark purple shadow that stretches to the right on the tan surface below it. In the bottom left is a red object or surface that also casts a shadow.
David Hockney, Ron Olds, Donna Rae Hirt, Robert Knisel, Gemini G.E.L., Sun, 1973, color lithograph and screenprint on Arjomari wove paper, Gift of the Woodward Foundation, Washington, D.C., 1976.56.51

Sun

David Hockney, Ron Olds, Donna Rae Hirt, Robert Knisel, Gemini G.E.L. · 1973 · color lithograph and screenprint on Arjomari wove paper ·  Accession ID  1976.56.51

The image displays bold, geometric shapes and lines like rectangles, circles, and curved lines intersecting and overlapping in a structured composition. A vibrant palette of red, yellow, blue, and black against a white background is used. Diagonal red and yellow stripes fill some shapes. Elements like semi-circular cut-outs and flat color fields evoke a modern, industrial feel.
Roy Lichtenstein, Ron Olds, Ron McPherson, Bruce Porter, Gemini G.E.L., Bull IV, 1973, color lithograph, screenprint, and line-cut on Arjomari wove paper, Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, 1981.5.63

Bull IV

Roy Lichtenstein, Ron Olds, Ron McPherson, Bruce Porter, Gemini G.E.L. · 1973 · color lithograph, screenprint, and line-cut on Arjomari wove paper ·  Accession ID  1981.5.63

This is a painting of a cow standing on a blue ground with a striped blue background. The cow is rendered in a bold graphic style using the colors blue, white, and black. The blue areas form shapes across the cow's body, outlined in black. The background consists of diagonal blue stripes, contrasting with the white areas. The style is reminiscent of Roy Lichtenstein, showcasing ben-day dots and comic-strip aesthetics associated with Pop Art.
Roy Lichtenstein, Ron McPherson, Bruce Porter, Ron Olds, Gemini G.E.L., Bull II, 1973, lithograph and line-cut in blue and black on Arjomari wove paper, Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, 1981.5.62

Bull II

Roy Lichtenstein, Ron McPherson, Bruce Porter, Ron Olds, Gemini G.E.L. · 1973 · lithograph and line-cut in blue and black on Arjomari wove paper ·  Accession ID  1981.5.62

The image displays bold, black letters in an abstract arrangement on a white background. Lines and smudges create a sense of movement and texture. The words are reversed and mirrored, similar to text reflected in a mirror. The large block letters resemble signs or headlines, suggesting printed media or public notices.
Bruce Nauman, James Webb, Ron Olds, Gemini G.E.L., Pay Attention, 1973, lithograph on Arjomari wove paper, Gift of Benjamin B. Smith, 1985.47.137

Pay Attention

Bruce Nauman, James Webb, Ron Olds, Gemini G.E.L. · 1973 · lithograph on Arjomari wove paper ·  Accession ID  1985.47.137

The image shows a view of a valley from a slightly elevated perspective. In the background, there are hills on the horizon. A lightning bolt slashes vertically across the scene, stretching from dark clouds above. A winding path or road runs through the lower part of the image, leading towards the lightning. The artwork features soft brush strokes and a grayscale palette, emphasizing the contrast between the dark land and the bright sky. The grayscale tones create a moody atmosphere, with the lightning adding a striking element. The overall effect is one of tension and an approaching storm.
David Hockney, Ron Olds, Jeff Wasserman, Ron McPherson, Gemini G.E.L., Lightning, 1973, color lithograph and screenprint on Arjomari wove paper, Gift of the Woodward Foundation, Washington, D.C., 1976.56.54

Lightning

David Hockney, Ron Olds, Jeff Wasserman, Ron McPherson, Gemini G.E.L. · 1973 · color lithograph and screenprint on Arjomari wove paper ·  Accession ID  1976.56.54

The image displays geometric shapes and abstract lines. There is a semi-circular fan-like arrangement in the top left, an abstract freeform shape in the center, and a wire hanger shape flowing towards the bottom right. The color palette includes layered rectangles, creating a patchwork effect.
Jasper Johns, Ron Olds, James Webb, Ron Adams, Richard Ewen, Chuck DeLong, Gemini G.E.L., Evian [trial proof], 1972, color lithograph on Angoumois à la Main handmade paper [trial proof], Patrons' Permanent Fund and Special Friends of the National Gallery of Art, 2008.27.18

Evian [trial proof]

Jasper Johns, Ron Olds, James Webb, Ron Adams, Richard Ewen, Chuck DeLong, Gemini G.E.L. · 1972 · color lithograph on Angoumois à la Main handmade paper [trial proof] ·  Accession ID  2008.27.18

The image shows concentric trapezoidal lines in dark purple on a light background, creating an abstract pattern. The lines form a shape resembling an opening or portal, similar to a doorway or tunnel. The repeated lines add depth and dimension, suggesting movement and perspective.
Frank Stella, Richard Ewen, Ron Adams, Ron Olds, Gemini G.E.L., Ileana Sonnabend, 1972, lithograph in purple on Copperplate Deluxe wove paper, Gift of Benjamin B. Smith, 1985.47.220

Ileana Sonnabend

Frank Stella, Richard Ewen, Ron Adams, Ron Olds, Gemini G.E.L. · 1972 · lithograph in purple on Copperplate Deluxe wove paper ·  Accession ID  1985.47.220

The image shows various lines and shapes, including a circular form resembling a spiral staircase in the upper left corner and scattered angular lines. The artwork features grayscale tones and varied textures, resembling an architectural blueprint or artist's sketchbook. In the lower section, there are three colored rectangles in purple, yellow, and teal placed together, resembling small panels or tiles. A thin wire-like line suggests the shape of a coat hanger, adding an everyday object element to the abstract design.
Jasper Johns, Ron Olds, James Webb, Ron Adams, Richard Ewen, Chuck DeLong, Gemini G.E.L., Evian, 1972, color lithograph on Angoumois à la Main handmade paper, Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, 1981.5.36

Evian

Jasper Johns, Ron Olds, James Webb, Ron Adams, Richard Ewen, Chuck DeLong, Gemini G.E.L. · 1972 · color lithograph on Angoumois à la Main handmade paper ·  Accession ID  1981.5.36

The image depicts concentric hexagonal shapes created by parallel lines arranged in an octagonal pattern on the left side of a plain background. The dark lines form nested shapes that decrease in size towards the center.
Frank Stella, Ron Olds, Richard Ewen, Gemini G.E.L., Henry Garden, 1972, lithograph in purple on Copperplate Deluxe wove paper, Gift of Benjamin B. Smith, 1985.47.221

Henry Garden

Frank Stella, Ron Olds, Richard Ewen, Gemini G.E.L. · 1972 · lithograph in purple on Copperplate Deluxe wove paper ·  Accession ID  1985.47.221