The Art Of Whipped Cream : For the American Ballet Theatre

The Art Of Whipped Cream : For the American Ballet Theatre
ISBN: 9782374950587
Publication Date: 10 March 2020

In 2017, Mark Ryden, the "Godfather of Pop Surrealism," tackled a new medium: ballet.In partnership with American Ballet Theatre (ABT), he created "Whipped Cream," a new masterpiece that has since become a part of the theatre's classic repertoire.

Featuring interviews with and commentaries from principal dancers-including Misty Copleland, David Hallberg, Stella Abrera, Gillian Murphy, and Daniil Simkin-and members of the creative team, The Art of Whipped Cream showcases Ryden's amazing concept art as well as paintings made specifically for this publication. Follow Mark Ryden's process from initial drawings to set design and be a part of this groundbreaking new ballet.

From costumes to backdrops and accessories, you'll be able to observe and experience the show through exclusive images as if you were sitting in the first row!

About the Authors

Blending pop culture themes with techniques reminiscent of the old masters, Mark Ryden has created a singular style that blurs the traditional boundaries between high and low art. His work first garnered attention in the 1990s when he ushered in a new genre of painting, "Pop Surrealism," dragging a host of followers in his wake. Ryden has trumped the initial surrealist strategies by choosing topics loaded with cultural connotation. Mark Ryden received a BFA in 1987 from Art Center College of Design in Pasadena.

Alexei Ratmansky was born in St. Petersburg and trained at the Bolshoi Ballet School in Moscow. His performing career included positions as principal dancer with Ukrainian National Ballet, the Royal Winnipeg Ballet and the Royal Danish Ballet. He has choreographed ballets for the Mariinsky Ballet, the Royal Danish Ballet, the Royal Swedish Ballet, Dutch National Ballet, New York City ...