Tom Pruitt

American, active late 20th century

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The image shows a woman with black hair, green eyes, and red lipstick wearing a green garment. She is positioned slightly turned to the side against a blue background.
Alex Katz, Tom Pruitt, Graphicstudio, Sharon, 2008-2010, color lithograph and woodcut on Somerset Satin White wove paper, Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida, 2010.99.1

Sharon

Alex Katz, Tom Pruitt, Graphicstudio · 2008-2010 · color lithograph and woodcut on Somerset Satin White wove paper ·  Accession ID  2010.99.1
The image contains horizontal and vertical lines, a textured pattern in the upper half, streaks, and drips. Below these elements are rows of blurry text on a dark background. The style of the text may resemble an old typewriter or worn-out print.
Pat Steir, John Yau, Marcia Brown, Jill Lerner, Robert Hanning, Hank Hine, Tom Pruitt, Yoon Mi Nam, Graphicstudio, Horizon's Levitation, 2000, color lithograph on Somerset Satin paper, Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida, 2002.111.27

Horizon's Levitation

Pat Steir, John Yau, Marcia Brown, Jill Lerner, Robert Hanning, Hank Hine, Tom Pruitt, Yoon Mi Nam, Graphicstudio · 2000 · color lithograph on Somerset Satin paper ·  Accession ID  2002.111.27
The image shows golden-orange irregular shapes and lines on a white background. There is a prominent streak resembling a brushstroke at the top, with scattered droplets suggesting fluid splattering. Staggered text in the same color aligns with the shapes, resembling rain, poetry, or words falling.
John Yau, Pat Steir, Robert Hanning, Jill Lerner, Hank Hine, Yoon Mi Nam, Tom Pruitt, Eric Vontillius, Graphicstudio, Sky's First Poem, 2000, color lithograph on Somerset Satin paper, Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida, 2002.111.29

Sky's First Poem

John Yau, Pat Steir, Robert Hanning, Jill Lerner, Hank Hine, Yoon Mi Nam, Tom Pruitt, Eric Vontillius, Graphicstudio · 2000 · color lithograph on Somerset Satin paper ·  Accession ID  2002.111.29
The image displays abstract shapes and lines on a gradient background transitioning from light to deep blue. The form resembles a flowing brushstroke that can be perceived as a silhouette of a bird in flight. Words and phrases are positioned throughout the image in various orientations and overlapping patterns. The text creates a complex play of language on the canvas.
John Yau, Pat Steir, Jill Lerner, Robert Hanning, Marcia Brown, Hank Hine, Tom Pruitt, Chris Ballantyne, Eric Vontillius, Graphicstudio, Sky's Four Sides, 2000, color lithograph and waxtype on Somerset Satin paper, Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida, 2002.111.30

Sky's Four Sides

John Yau, Pat Steir, Jill Lerner, Robert Hanning, Marcia Brown, Hank Hine, Tom Pruitt, Chris Ballantyne, Eric Vontillius, Graphicstudio · 2000 · color lithograph and waxtype on Somerset Satin paper ·  Accession ID  2002.111.30
The artwork titled "Double Feature" features two black-and-white photographic images. The top image depicts an ocean wave crashing, with a partially visible human figure submerged beneath it. The wave's frothy texture is captured as it surges forward. The bottom image shows a person lying in shallow water, with their upper body visible. They are wearing a dark, wet garment, and their mouth is open. The background is composed of swirling water.
Burt Barr, Graphicstudio, Sarah Howard, Robert Hanning, Marcia Brown, Jennifer Melko, Jill Lerner, Hank Hine, Tim Baker, Tom Pruitt, William Lytch, Walter Morton, Double Feature, 2000, photolithograph in black on Arches Cover white paper, Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida, 2002.111.1

Double Feature

Burt Barr, Graphicstudio, Sarah Howard, Robert Hanning, Marcia Brown, Jennifer Melko, Jill Lerner, Hank Hine, Tim Baker, Tom Pruitt, William Lytch, Walter Morton · 2000 · photolithograph in black on Arches Cover white paper ·  Accession ID  2002.111.1
The image displays a series of uneven, vertical lines and shapes on a vivid red background. This abstract composition creates an impression of streaks or smudges. White text is partially visible under the abstract lines, resembling letters that are partially washed away.
Pat Steir, John Yau, Jill Lerner, Robert Hanning, Hank Hine, Tom Pruitt, Deli Sacilotto, Graphicstudio, Rain Pillow, 2000, color lithograph, Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida, 2002.111.28

Rain Pillow

Pat Steir, John Yau, Jill Lerner, Robert Hanning, Hank Hine, Tom Pruitt, Deli Sacilotto, Graphicstudio · 2000 · color lithograph ·  Accession ID  2002.111.28
This image displays a hand with the fingers spread apart against a light beige background. Abstract floral-like elements are intertwined with the wrist and palm. At the bottom of the image, there is text that reads "TWIST OF THE FUNNEL-- A NEW WORLD BLOSSOMS-- IT IS NOT IMPOSSIBLE - IT HAS HAPPENED BEFORE--".
Lesley Dill, Hank Hine, Stefanie Kohn, Chris Ballantyne, Steve Carlisle, Tim Baker, Eric Vontillius, Tom Pruitt, David McDaniel, Robert Hanning, Graphicstudio, Twist of the Funnel, 1998, lithograph, encaustic, silkscreen with applique, wire, thread and gold leaf on shellacked paper, Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida, 2002.111.9

Twist of the Funnel

Lesley Dill, Hank Hine, Stefanie Kohn, Chris Ballantyne, Steve Carlisle, Tim Baker, Eric Vontillius, Tom Pruitt, David McDaniel, Robert Hanning, Graphicstudio · 1998 · lithograph, encaustic, silkscreen with applique, wire, thread and gold leaf on shellacked paper ·  Accession ID  2002.111.9
The image features intricate vertical lines in the background, leading to a central figure with elongated features. The figure resembles a stretched head and torso, with text scribbled across creating a textured appearance. Adjacent to the figure are organic, twisting strands resembling hair or woven threads. The strands entwine the figure at the top and bottom, hanging down and sprawling outwards, creating a sense of connection.
Lesley Dill, Hank Hine, Stefanie Kohn, Eric Vontillius, Tim Baker, Marcia Brown, Steve Carlisle, Robert Hanning, Deli Sacilotto, Tom Pruitt, Jill Lerner, Graphicstudio, Word Crown, 1997, patinated copper relief collage, silk cloth, thread, and Fabriano Rosaspina paper on 4-ply museum board, Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida, 2002.111.11

Word Crown

Lesley Dill, Hank Hine, Stefanie Kohn, Eric Vontillius, Tim Baker, Marcia Brown, Steve Carlisle, Robert Hanning, Deli Sacilotto, Tom Pruitt, Jill Lerner, Graphicstudio · 1997 · patinated copper relief collage, silk cloth, thread, and Fabriano Rosaspina paper on 4-ply museum board ·  Accession ID  2002.111.11
This is a painting of a figure with threads above it, combined with text. The image features a central figure depicted in a minimalistic, abstract form, positioned below several thread-like lines that extend upwards and spread outwards. The painting incorporates text that reads: "A PHRASE LIKE A LARIAT THROWN INTO THE WORLD --- THIS AIR BREATHED IN -- AND DEEPLY BREATHED OUT ---." The words are spread across the canvas, integrating with the visual elements. The background is a muted earth tone, providing contrast to the dark lines and text. This is in the style of conceptual art, emphasizing the relationship between visual and textual elements.
Lesley Dill, Stefanie Kohn, Tom Pruitt, Eric Vontillius, Robert Hanning, Tim Baker, Marcia Brown, Hank Hine, Deli Sacilotto, Jill Lerner, Steve Carlisle, Graphicstudio, A Phrase Like a Lariat, 1997, screenprint with opper relief collage, thread, on silk mounted to clay-coated gampi paper and 4-ply museum board, Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida, 2002.111.8

A Phrase Like a Lariat

Lesley Dill, Stefanie Kohn, Tom Pruitt, Eric Vontillius, Robert Hanning, Tim Baker, Marcia Brown, Hank Hine, Deli Sacilotto, Jill Lerner, Steve Carlisle, Graphicstudio · 1997 · screenprint with opper relief collage, thread, on silk mounted to clay-coated gampi paper and 4-ply museum board ·  Accession ID  2002.111.8
The image depicts a panoramic cityscape with a mix of architectural structures and natural elements. The horizon is high, showing hills extending into the distance, with historical and modern buildings scattered among groves of trees. Detailed brushstrokes capture the landscape intricacies, along with a color palette of soft earthy tones. Close to us, rooftops and trees are visible, indicating an elevated viewpoint overlooking densely packed residential areas reaching toward the horizon.
Philip Pearlstein, Tom Pruitt, Conrad Schwable, Graphicstudio, Jerusalem, Kidron Valley, 1989, color heliorelief woodcut with roulette on two sheets of joined Rives BFK wove paper, Gift of Graphicstudio/University of South Florida and the Artist, 1989.90.2

Jerusalem, Kidron Valley

Philip Pearlstein, Tom Pruitt, Conrad Schwable, Graphicstudio · 1989 · color heliorelief woodcut with roulette on two sheets of joined Rives BFK wove paper ·  Accession ID  1989.90.2