Wind Surfing 1984

LeRoy Neiman made this screenprint, titled 'Wind Surfing,' using a process that is as important as the image itself. Screenprinting, also known as serigraphy, involves pushing ink through a stenciled screen, layer by layer, to build up the final picture. Neiman's work bursts with color and energy, made possible by the bold, flat areas of ink that define screenprinting. The medium lends itself perfectly to his dynamic style. It's a technique that democratizes art, making it reproducible and accessible. Think about the labor involved: each color requires a separate screen and careful alignment, a blend of artistic vision and technical skill. Neiman’s choice of screenprinting reflects a desire to connect with a wider audience. This print, with its vivid colors and celebration of leisure, speaks to a post-war consumer culture, where art becomes a part of everyday life. Considering the materials, process, and the world it reflects, challenges the divide between art and mass culture, inviting us to see the value in both.