Author: Monk, WilliamWilliam Monk is known for his semiabstract, atmospheric and vibrant paintings that feature mysterious and otherworldly forms. Monk’s latest series 'The Ferryman' is comprised of large-scale paintings and smaller compositions that focus on the journey from this life into the next. A conversation with artist and poet John Yau provides new insight into Monk's creative practices, while text by art historian and critic Suzanne Hudson explores the nuances of the ferryman figure.Published to accompany Monk’s three-venue exhibition at Pace Gallery in New York and East Hampton and Grimm Gallery in New York, this paperback volume guides the reader through all three exhibitions, presenting the entire body of work in a visual narrative, utilizing cinematic proportions and images to replicate the experience of Monk’s careful spatial arrangements. ISBN 9781948701525. Pace Publishing. pb. 160 pages. 82 colour ills. 27 x 20 cm.available
