Fred Genis

Australian, born the Netherlands, 1934

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The image shows an illustration featuring two groups of mushrooms on the right side. The upper group consists of tall, slender mushrooms with greyish caps and green moss-like foliage around their bases. The lower group comprises mushrooms with yellowish caps, slightly curving edges, and white undersides. The color palette includes greys, greens, yellows, and browns against a white background. On the left side, there is a text block on yellowish-beige paper providing descriptions and possibly scientific classifications of the mushrooms, with formatted sections and bolded titles. The text and illustrations are neatly placed, allowing easy focus on each part, with the text on the left half of the image and the illustrations on the right half.
Lois Long, Fred Genis, James Sheehy, Untitled, 1972, color lithograph on Arches paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2001.145.9.b

Untitled

Lois Long, Fred Genis, James Sheehy · 1972 · color lithograph on Arches paper ·  Accession ID  2001.145.9.b

The image shows a series of overlapping and angular lines formed by handwritten text scattered diagonally across the page. The presentation of words and letters resembles fallen leaves or twigs. Variations in boldness and orientation of the text can be seen, along with three parallel lines near the bottom. The chaotic arrangement creates a visual texture that is irregular and reminiscent of a stormy sky with branches and scribbles.
John Cage, James Sheehy, Fred Genis, Untitled, 1972, lithograph in black on Arches paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2001.145.9.a

Untitled

John Cage, James Sheehy, Fred Genis · 1972 · lithograph in black on Arches paper ·  Accession ID  2001.145.9.a

The image shows a page with two sections: text on the left related to fungi, and illustrations of mushrooms on the right. The top illustration displays orange mushrooms, while the lower one shows gray mushrooms. The color palette consists of beige, orange, gray, and greenish-gray. The text is on the left, while the mushroom illustrations are on the right side of the page.
Lois Long, Fred Genis, James Sheehy, Untitled, 1972, color lithograph on Arches paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2001.145.6.b

Untitled

Lois Long, Fred Genis, James Sheehy · 1972 · color lithograph on Arches paper ·  Accession ID  2001.145.6.b

The image displays swirling lines and clusters of text forming an abstract composition across the page. The handwriting weaves in various directions, resembling chaotic notes. Some formations look like interconnected branches, while others resemble maps or constellations. The layout encourages viewers to ponder connections and meanings between the overlapping words.
John Cage, Fred Genis, James Sheehy, Untitled, 1972, lithograph in black on Arches paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2001.145.6.a

Untitled

John Cage, Fred Genis, James Sheehy · 1972 · lithograph in black on Arches paper ·  Accession ID  2001.145.6.a

The image consists of swirling lines and clusters of text on a beige background. The black script forms various shapes that resemble clouds or islands. Some lines connect, creating paths or networks on the canvas.
John Cage, Fred Genis, James Sheehy, Untitled, 1972, lithograph in black on Arches paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2001.145.5.a

Untitled

John Cage, Fred Genis, James Sheehy · 1972 · lithograph in black on Arches paper ·  Accession ID  2001.145.5.a

The image features detailed illustrations of mushrooms on the right side. The mushrooms are brown with lighter stalks and gills, accented with yellowish-green hues. They are clustered at the bottom right corner, with one mushroom shown in profile towards the center. On the left side, a large block of text against a beige background includes the title "Stropharia rugoso-annulata Farlow in Murrill."
Lois Long, Fred Genis, James Sheehy, Untitled, 1972, color lithograph on Arches paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2001.145.5.b

Untitled

Lois Long, Fred Genis, James Sheehy · 1972 · color lithograph on Arches paper ·  Accession ID  2001.145.5.b

The image shows various handwritten text fragments arranged in a seemingly random and scattered manner across a plain background. The phrases are varied in size and orientation, overlapping and interspersed with rough sketches and simple shapes like a semi-circle.
John Cage, James Sheehy, Fred Genis, Untitled, 1972, lithograph in black on Arches paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2001.145.8.a

Untitled

John Cage, James Sheehy, Fred Genis · 1972 · lithograph in black on Arches paper ·  Accession ID  2001.145.8.a

The image displays a complex arrangement of handwritten text lines creating a web-like pattern. The abstract composition of words and sentences weaves in different directions, forming clusters and layers. The erratic positioning of text invites exploration of the landscape, evoking thoughts of scattered notes or scribbles. This fragmented assembly of writing offers an exploration of language and form.
John Cage, James Sheehy, Fred Genis, Untitled, 1972, lithograph in black on Arches paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2001.145.7.a

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John Cage, James Sheehy, Fred Genis · 1972 · lithograph in black on Arches paper ·  Accession ID  2001.145.7.a

The image features two clusters of mushrooms as the largest objects, one at the top right corner with pinkish-brown caps and the other at the bottom right corner with yellow and brown caps. On the left side of the image, there is a column of text describing the mushrooms, occupying most of the left page. The illustrations of the mushrooms are positioned on the right page, with the pinkish-brown mushrooms near the top center and the yellow and brown mushrooms near the bottom center.
Lois Long, Fred Genis, James Sheehy, Hollander Graphic Workshop, Untitled, 1972, color lithograph on Arches paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2001.145.1.b

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Lois Long, Fred Genis, James Sheehy, Hollander Graphic Workshop · 1972 · color lithograph on Arches paper ·  Accession ID  2001.145.1.b

Three mushrooms are illustrated on the right page. Two larger ones stand upright, while a smaller one leans to the right, showing gills and textures. The color palette includes beige, creamy white, and light brown tones against an off-white background. The mushrooms are on a flat surface with minimal grass-like details. On the left is a page of text with the title "Agaricus campestris Fries" and additional text arranged neatly in columns.
Lois Long, James Sheehy, Fred Genis, Untitled, 1972, color lithograph on Arches paper, Gift of the Collectors Committee, 2001.145.7.b

Untitled

Lois Long, James Sheehy, Fred Genis · 1972 · color lithograph on Arches paper ·  Accession ID  2001.145.7.b