Charles Hinman in his studio on the Bowery in Manhattan in 2014. (Ghostly International; photo by Will Calcutt)
In a moving obituary, The New York Times celebrates the life and work of Charles Hinman (1932–2026), recognizing him as a pioneering force in postwar American art.
The article traces his journey from professional baseball to becoming one of the leading innovators of the shaped canvas, highlighting his groundbreaking fusion of painting and sculpture and his enduring influence on generations of artists. It also reflects on the recent resurgence of scholarly and institutional recognition for his work, affirming his place as one of the most original voices in American abstraction.
Westwood Gallery NYC is honored to be the co-trustee of the Hinman Art Trust and to continue preserving and advancing his remarkable artistic legacy.
