Kenneth Farley

Farley, Ken

American, active late 20th century

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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, started 1991, published 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. · started 1991, published 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, started 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 · started 1990, published 1991 · color lithograph, woodcut, and screenprint on PTI paperboard ·  Accession ID  2003.146.5

The image showcases a series of thick, bold black lines and shapes intersecting and overlapping to form an abstract pattern. It includes curved lines and arcs that suggest arching structures or a moving landscape. The mix of solid strokes and finer sketch-like lines creates depth resembling layered cityscapes or complex street maps. The abstract elements may suggest musical notes on a sheet or the dynamic energy of a bustling urban environment.
Mark di Suvero, Kenneth Farley, Kyle Militzer, Gemini G.E.L., Santana Wind, 1990, drypoint and sugarlift aquatint on Rives BFK wove paper, Gift of Lee and Ann Fensterstock, 2000.177.75

Santana Wind

Mark di Suvero, Kenneth Farley, Kyle Militzer, Gemini G.E.L. · 1990 · drypoint and sugarlift aquatint on Rives BFK wove paper ·  Accession ID  2000.177.75

The image shows a room with a white armchair on the left, a striped sofa on the right, and a red polka-dotted wall in the center. The color scheme includes red, black, white, blue, yellow, and green. The armchair is near a blue and yellow artwork, and the sofa faces a window with black diagonal lines. A plant with red and white flowers is on the windowsill, and a potted plant and a table with books and decorations are also visible in the room.
Roy Lichtenstein, Carmen Schilaci, Stanley Baden, James Baughman, Christy Becker, Michael Cascadden, Kenneth Farley, Mark Mahaffey, Kyle Militzer, Carlos Moreno, James Reid, Mark Schultz, Phil Silverman, Claudio Stickar, Gemini G.E.L., The Living Room, started 1990, published 1991, color woodcut and screenprint on PTI paperboard, Gift of Roy Lichtenstein and Gemini G.E.L., 2003.146.6

The Living Room

Roy Lichtenstein, Carmen Schilaci, Stanley Baden, James Baughman, Christy Becker, Michael Cascadden, Kenneth Farley, Mark Mahaffey, Kyle Militzer, Carlos Moreno, James Reid, Mark Schultz, Phil Silverman, Claudio Stickar, Gemini G.E.L. · started 1990, published 1991 · color woodcut and screenprint on PTI paperboard ·  Accession ID  2003.146.6

This is a painting of an interior scene with a light blue armchair and a side table with a lamp. The painting uses bold colors and thick black outlines. The armchair has distinctive black and white striped details and sits on a green floor. A yellow side table holds a green lamp with a red lampshade. The background is patterned with diagonal black and white stripes and a segment shows a framed picture in yellow with green. A red curtain partially covers the black wall on the left. Red dotted patterns are visible on the right side.
Roy Lichtenstein, Mark Mahaffey, Stanley Baden, James Baughman, Kenneth Farley, Karoline McKay, Kyle Militzer, Carlos Moreno, Carmen Schilaci, Phil Silverman, Gemini G.E.L., La Sortie, started 1990, published 1991, color woodcut on PTI Museum Board, Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, 2017.54.13

La Sortie

Roy Lichtenstein, Mark Mahaffey, Stanley Baden, James Baughman, Kenneth Farley, Karoline McKay, Kyle Militzer, Carlos Moreno, Carmen Schilaci, Phil Silverman, Gemini G.E.L. · started 1990, published 1991 · color woodcut on PTI Museum Board ·  Accession ID  2017.54.13

The image shows intersecting lines and shapes, with a bold X shape at the center and horizontal lines crossing the canvas. There is also an organic heart-like shape on the side.
Richard Diebenkorn, Kenneth Farley, Mark Schultz, Gemini G.E.L., Untitled [special proof], 1990, published 1991, lithograph in black on Rives BFK wove paper [special proof], Gift of Gemini G.E.L. and the Artist, in honor of Andrew Robison, 2016.146.4

Untitled [special proof]

Richard Diebenkorn, Kenneth Farley, Mark Schultz, Gemini G.E.L. · 1990, published 1991 · lithograph in black on Rives BFK wove paper [special proof] ·  Accession ID  2016.146.4