Alex Katz Small-Scale Studies and 2025 Lilies Series on View at Thaddaeus Ropac
On June 29, 2026, Thaddaeus Ropac announced an exhibition of works by Alex Katz, highlighting intimate small-scale paintings created outdoors from the 1990s onward. The show pairs these preparatory studies with three monumental pieces from Katz's 2025 Lilies series, offering a direct view of his creative process. The studies include both landscapes and portraits of Katz's close circle, rendered using his signature wet-on-wet technique to capture fleeting light and movement. Katz describes the small works as "the very first flash that sears the mind," emphasizing their role as unfiltered expressions of his lifelong pursuit of light.
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For collectors and curators, the exhibition provides a rare opportunity to trace the evolution of Katz's practice from rapid, plein-air sketches to finished large-scale canvases. At 98, Katz continues to push his investigation of light and color, making this a significant moment for understanding his artistic legacy. The direct juxtaposition of studies and final works underscores the meticulous translation of observation into monumentality, a process that has defined his career and influenced generations of painters.
- Artists: Alex Katz
- Galleries: Thaddaeus Ropac
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