Clifford Gleason: The Promise of Paint

Focusing on the life and work of Clifford Gleason, this study highlights his journey as an "artist's artist" from the 1930s to the end of his life, marked by personal struggles with alcoholism, poverty, and societal repression. The monograph, published alongside an exhibition, explores his artistic evolution amid changing modernism, showcasing his unique contributions that blend visual beauty with poetic expression. It emphasizes how paint became his sanctuary, allowing him to achieve a sense of competence and success despite life's challenges.