Thaddaeus Ropac Seoul Presents Alex Katz Studies Exhibition Through August 1
The Facts
Thaddaeus Ropac Seoul opened 'By Sooyoung Choi Studies', a solo exhibition of Alex Katz featuring small-scale studies painted from the 1990s to the present, running until August 1. The show highlights the intermediate stages of Katz's creative process, displaying works typically kept in the studio alongside their larger-scale counterparts. It is the gallery's second solo presentation of Katz's work, following the 2022 exhibition 'Flowers'. Katz employs a classical technique called 'pouncing'—a Renaissance method using powder pigment dusted through perforated outlines—to enlarge his compositions, as seen in 'Study for Lilies' (2025) and the resulting large-scale 'Lilies 6'.
The Signal
The exhibition offers collectors and curators a rare glimpse into Katz's working method, revealing how the artist maintains compositional integrity across vastly different scales. The studies, such as 'Niki' (2006) and 'Study for Emma' (2015), demonstrate Katz's ability to capture light and expression with swift, precise brushwork, echoing historical references like Velázquez. For the market, this presentation underscores the enduring value of Katz's practice and the gallery's commitment to showcasing process-oriented works, potentially increasing interest in his smaller, more intimate pieces.
- Artists: Alex Katz
- Galleries: Thaddaeus Ropac
- Locations: Seoul
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