Curated by Ingrid Schaffner
Concentrating on art created especially for publication and reproduction, this exhibition is built on the idea that Jess’s imagery is a form of dialogue with the written word. Jess collaborated extensively with poets and other writers, and worked with small presses and limited-edition publications throughout his life. The diverse, intricate work presented in this exhibition rewards close and sustained viewing, and provides a sense of the intensely fertile literary and art-world environment in which he thrived.
The exhibition, curated by Ingrid Schaffner, senior curator at the Institute of Contemporary Art in Philadelphia, is accompanied by a 128-page illustrated catalogue.

Jess, Goddess Because Is Is Falling Asleep, 1954
Jess

Jess, Cover for A Lesbian Estate, 1977

Jess, Echo’s Wake: Part V, 1961

Jess, Cover for The Mutabilities, 1975
Rollins College, Winter Park, Florida
January 22, 2009 - March 21, 2009
Portland, Oregon
May 8, 2008 - July 20, 2008
The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas
February 12, 2008 - April 8, 2008
Pasadena, California
October 11, 2007 - January 6, 2008
Madison, Wisconsin
August 5, 2007 - September 23, 2007
San Jose, California
March 18, 2007 - June 10, 2007