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Corita Kent (Sister Mary Corita) — Z do your thing (from the circus alphabet series)
Corita Kent (Sister Mary Corita) — Z do your thing (from the circus alphabet series)
Corita Kent (Sister Mary Corita) — Z do your thing (from the circus alphabet series)
Corita Kent (Sister Mary Corita)

Z do your thing (from the circus alphabet series)

1968

This vibrant screenprint from 1968 features the letter Z as part of Corita Kent's playful Circus Alphabet series. The work exemplifies Kent's bold use of color and her ability to transform simple letterforms into dynamic visual statements. Kent, a nun and artist, was known for her integration of spiritual and pop art sensibilities. The composition demonstrates her commitment to making art accessible and joyful. This piece reflects the optimistic spirit of 1960s American art and design.

Medium
screenprint in colors
Dimensions

Notes

Signed to lower right ‘Corita’. This work is from the edition of unknown size printed by Hambly Studios, Santa Clara, CA and published by the artist. This work is identified in the archive as number 68-56.

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Corita Kent (Sister Mary Corita), Z do your thing (from the circus alphabet series), 1968

This vibrant screenprint from 1968 features the letter Z as part of Corita Kent's playful Circus Alphabet series. The work exemplifies Kent's bold use of color and her ability to transform simple letterforms into dynamic visual statements. Kent, a nun and artist, was known for her integration of spiritual and pop art sensibilities. The composition demonstrates her commitment to making art accessible and joyful. This piece reflects the optimistic spirit of 1960s American art and design.

Medium
screenprint in colors
Dimensions
56.5 x 56.5 cm
Year
1968
Seen at
Wright, Chicago, United States

Related themes

Dynamic Composition, 1960s Art, Playful Typography, Vibrant Hues, Playful Form, Colorful Screenprint, Alphabet Series, Modernist Typography, Letter Z, Joyful Expression, Abstract Expressionism, Screenprint Colors, Pop Art, Color Field, 1960s Design, Child Friendly, Circus Theme, Abstract Letters, Vibrant Colors

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