Episcopalian Pandemonium 1976

Pat Lipsky made Episcopalian Pandemonium without a date, and likely using acrylic on canvas, judging by the color. What I love about this piece is how each square is its own little world. Up close, you can see the texture of the paint, the subtle variations in color, and the way Lipsky allowed the paint to breathe. It's not about perfection; it's about process. Look at the square in the top left corner, that dark blue feels so alive next to the greens and reds around it. The grid is a structure, but within it, there is so much freedom and improvisation. The title hints at a kind of joyous chaos, and I think that's exactly what Lipsky achieved. It makes me think of Agnes Martin, but looser, wilder, and more punk rock. Art isn’t about answers. It’s about asking questions.