Peter Waite: Social Memory

Though devoid of human figures, Peter Waite’s architectural scenes evoke an uncanny sense of presence, offering space to reflect on how memory, identity, and social ritual are embedded in the environments we inhabit. This publication presents new perspectives on Waite’s artistic legacy by situating his work within the broader canon of American art. It features an essay by artist and critic Robert Taplin, an interview with the artist, and notes on the paintings by curator Laura Leonard. With 34 full-color plates and a complete exhibition checklist, this volume stands as the most comprehensive survey of Waite’s career to date, illuminating Waite’s vision, process, and the symbolic power of the spaces he paints. Details: Publisher: The Wadsworth Atheneum Author: Robert Taplin & Laura Leonard 68 pages Softcover ISBN: 978-0-91833-331-5