Frank Malina : Light Art and Scientific Abstraction – Les presses du réel (book)
Edited by Camille Fremontier. 45.00 € ISBN : 978-2-37896-558-7EAN : 9782378965587
Preface by Roger F. Malina; contributions by Margit Rosen,Annikki Luukela; interview with Frank J. Malina by Frank Popper.
First comprehensive book on the art of Frank Malina, American rocket scientist turned Paris-based artist, co-founder of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, founder of visionary art/science revue Leonardo, and one of the fathers of light art.
The book traces Malina’s singular transition from aerospace engineering to a leading figure in scientific abstraction while navigating the political, security and multimedia creative landscape of the Cold War. It examines how Malina blended his American cultural heritage with the ambitions of the European avant-garde and how he engaged in interdisciplinary and inter-community exchanges. The book situates Malina as one of the forefathers for many contemporary currents and reflections.
Published with RCM Galerie. April 2025 English edition,23,5 x 27,5 cm (hardcover) 252 pages (ill. 45 euros
Frank Malina : Light Art and Scientific Abstraction – Les presses du réel (book)
Book signings will be held at University of Texas, Dallas and Texas A and M University and Caltech in fall 2025.