Posts tagged Jules Olitski

What is the general feel of the art program at Bennington? Representational art or more abstract? Is there a trend in the sort of work people do like certain schools that are known for their "super ironic political omg" stuff? Is illustration a thing that happens? — Asked by Anonymous

You can pursue your personal art interests at Bennington. I myself study fairly traditional art history (think Italian Renaissance, Baroque, etc.). Other students make incredible abstract art. It depends on your taste and what you want to study/create. To get a better feel for visual arts at Bennington, you should check out our faculty and the curriculum. Hope this helps!

Enjoy this piece by artist Jules Olitski, who taught at Bennington from 1963 to ‘67.

~ Holly ‘13

This term, I have a class in the Deane Carriage Barn, which is a con because it’s so far away from my room, but a pro because a) the class is great and b) I get to look over at this painting whenever I want. Bennington has a lot of cool art in cool places, but this is one of my favorites. Flame On (1964) is by Jules Olitski, an abstract expressionist who taught at Bennington for a little while but is mostly known for being one of the most important painters of his generation. We’re very lucky to have this piece in our collection, and especially lucky that we can go chill with it any old time we want.

- Meg ‘12