Kenneth Farley

Farley, Ken

American, active late 20th century

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The image displays swirling and splattered shapes and lines in an abstract composition. Circular and blob-like forms are scattered across the canvas, with shades of gray, green, and black. The backdrop features fine lines and dots, creating an energetic web that connects the larger forms. Some circular shapes have a concentric pattern.
Sam Francis, Kenneth Farley, Gemini G.E.L., Untitled, 1993, color aquatint on Copperplate Deluxe wove paper, Gift of Lee and Ann Fensterstock, 2000.177.105

Untitled

Sam Francis, Kenneth Farley, Gemini G.E.L. · 1993 · color aquatint on Copperplate Deluxe wove paper ·  Accession ID  2000.177.105

The image displays irregular, overlapping shapes and lines in an abstract arrangement. The shapes are varied in color and texture, with some resembling organic forms such as leaves or cellular structures. Circular shapes with layered centers are also present. The background contains splattered dots and thin lines, contributing to a dynamic atmosphere.
Sam Francis, Kenneth Farley, Gemini G.E.L., Untitled, 1993, color aquatint on Copperplate Deluxe wove paper, Gift of Lee and Ann Fensterstock, 2006.120.2

Untitled

Sam Francis, Kenneth Farley, Gemini G.E.L. · 1993 · color aquatint on Copperplate Deluxe wove paper ·  Accession ID  2006.120.2

This image features a variety of shapes and lines overlapping and intersecting. The word "OPEN" is displayed in bold lettering multiple times. Abstract brushstrokes add depth and texture to the background. A German Shepherd dog is resting beside a brick wall in the image. Soft orange and brown hues create a warm tone.
Robert Rauschenberg, James Reid, Kenneth Farley, Gemini G.E.L., Murmurs, 1991, published 1992, color lithograph on Cotman handmade paper, Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, 2017.54.19

Murmurs

Robert Rauschenberg, James Reid, Kenneth Farley, Gemini G.E.L. · 1991, published 1992 · color lithograph on Cotman handmade paper ·  Accession ID  2017.54.19

The image shows bold, scribbled black lines arranged in an abstract composition resembling a face. Red shapes, including circles and an eight, surround the swirling lines. Facial features like eyes and a mouth are visible amidst X-like patterns, creating a surreal face. The word "at ease" is written at the bottom of the drawing.
Jonathan Borofsky, James Baughman, Stanley Baden, Susan Cornish, Kenneth Farley, Gemini G.E.L., Self-Portrait with Gold Dot [special proof], 1991, lithograph and screenprint with acrylic and gold leaf on Arches 88 wove paper [special proof], Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, in honor of Andrew Robison, 2016.146.13

Self-Portrait with Gold Dot [special proof]

Jonathan Borofsky, James Baughman, Stanley Baden, Susan Cornish, Kenneth Farley, Gemini G.E.L. · 1991 · lithograph and screenprint with acrylic and gold leaf on Arches 88 wove paper [special proof] ·  Accession ID  2016.146.13

The image features swirling lines, curves, and jagged edges creating a dense abstract composition. The shapes interweave and overlap. Soft pastel colors such as pinks, greens, and blues, along with hints of white and black, are used.
Jonathan Borofsky, Kenneth Farley, Kyle Militzer, Gemini G.E.L., Flower Head [special proof], 1991, color etching on Meirat Velasquez wove paper [special proof], Gift of Lee and Ann Fensterstock, 2000.177.73

Flower Head [special proof]

Jonathan Borofsky, Kenneth Farley, Kyle Militzer, Gemini G.E.L. · 1991 · color etching on Meirat Velasquez wove paper [special proof] ·  Accession ID  2000.177.73

The image features a combination of sharp angles and sweeping lines that merge into an abstract composition. The top section displays the faded image of a denim pocket with a knot tied into the fabric. Below, a contrasting section uses vibrant oranges and yellows with splatters of teal and dark red. An overlay shows a repeated motif of a bicycle. The piece juxtaposes elements of everyday objects such as denim and bicycles with bold, abstract patterns and colors.
Robert Rauschenberg, Kenneth Farley, Gemini G.E.L., Fest, 1991 - 1992, color lithograph on John Koller HMP handmade paper, Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, 2017.54.20

Fest

Robert Rauschenberg, Kenneth Farley, Gemini G.E.L. · 1991 - 1992 · color lithograph on John Koller HMP handmade paper ·  Accession ID  2017.54.20

The image shows an interior scene with a large sofa, lamps, framed pictures, and a window. Colors include blue, yellow, green, and black, with bold outlines and patterns. The sofa is on the right side, lamps on the ends, pictures on the walls, and a window on the left side. In front of the sofa is a stylized floor pattern.
Mark Mahaffey, Gemini G.E.L., Gary Chavez, Claudio Stickar, Mark Schultz, Carmen Schilaci, James Reid, Carlos Moreno, Kyle Militzer, Roy Lichtenstein, Heather Kurlander, Scott Griffith, Michael Cascadden, Christy Becker, James Baughman, Stanley Baden, Kenneth Farley, Blue Floor, 1990, published 1991, color lithograph, woodcut, and screenprint on PTI paperboard, Gift of Roy Lichtenstein and Gemini G.E.L., 2003.146.5

Blue Floor

Mark Mahaffey, Gemini G.E.L., Gary Chavez, Claudio Stickar, Mark Schultz, Carmen Schilaci, James Reid, Carlos Moreno, Kyle Militzer, Roy Lichtenstein, Heather Kurlander, Scott Griffith, Michael Cascadden, Christy Becker, James Baughman, Stanley Baden, Kenneth Farley · 1990, published 1991 · color lithograph, woodcut, and screenprint on PTI paperboard ·  Accession ID  2003.146.5

The image shows a stylized black ink sketch of an apple core on a light beige background.
Claes Oldenburg, Kenneth Farley, Carmen Schilaci, Phil Silverman, Gemini G.E.L., Apple Core (First State), 1990, lithograph in gray and black on green Laurence Barker handmade paper, Gift of Lee and Ann Fensterstock, 2000.177.51

Apple Core (First State)

Claes Oldenburg, Kenneth Farley, Carmen Schilaci, Phil Silverman, Gemini G.E.L. · 1990 · lithograph in gray and black on green Laurence Barker handmade paper ·  Accession ID  2000.177.51

The image contains bold, black lines and a mix of curved and angular shapes, creating an abstract composition. There is a shape in the upper left that resembles a face with a smile and closed eyes, similar to a basic caricature or stick figure. The lines twist and bend, with one bold line extending upwards, resembling an arm raised high.
Claes Oldenburg, Kenneth Farley, Carmen Schilaci, Phil Silverman, Gemini G.E.L., Extinguished Match (First State), 1990, lithograph on John Koller HMP handmade paper, Gift of Lee and Ann Fensterstock, 2000.177.53

Extinguished Match (First State)

Claes Oldenburg, Kenneth Farley, Carmen Schilaci, Phil Silverman, Gemini G.E.L. · 1990 · lithograph on John Koller HMP handmade paper ·  Accession ID  2000.177.53

Bold, sweeping black lines form an abstract representation resembling an apple core. The shape has gently inward sweeping sides and a darkened top section that resembles a stem. Powders of olive green add depth and highlights, giving the impression of an apple's skin. The abstract depiction suggests the apple core in an undefined space.
Claes Oldenburg, Kenneth Farley, Carmen Schilaci, Gemini G.E.L., Apple Core—Spring, 1990, color lithograph on green Laurence Barker handmade paper, Gift of Lee and Ann Fensterstock, 2000.177.81

Apple Core—Spring

Claes Oldenburg, Kenneth Farley, Carmen Schilaci, Gemini G.E.L. · 1990 · color lithograph on green Laurence Barker handmade paper ·  Accession ID  2000.177.81