The Frank Bowling Archive is a comprehensive collection of materials acquired by the artist, his family, and friends over the course of his life and career. It is comprised of a selection of primary and secondary sources gathered during tenures in London and across the Americas such as; preparatory drawings, photographs, correspondence, exhibition catalogues, and other documentation that provide a valuable insight into Frank Bowling's artistic journey and creative process as well as his personal life.
Examples of What's in the Archive
The archive contains a diverse range of materials, such as:
- Sketches, collages, and preparatory drawings
- Photographs of the artist, his life, and his work
- Personal and professional correspondence
- Source materials
- Exhibition catalogues, posters, and ephemera
- Press clippings and reviews
- Studio objects
- Published and unpublished writings
- Diaries and notebooks
- Video and audio recordings
Instructions for Accessing the Archive
The archive catalogue is not available online at this time but is open for researchers. If you are interested in viewing the catalogue or accessing the Frank Bowling archive, please send an email with a brief explanation of your research or project. This email must include your contact information as well as your availability for visiting the archive in person. Once received, the archivist will assess to what extent the studio can support your project. We aim to reply to any emails within two weeks and will do our best to answer all enquiries.
Contact Information
To get in touch with the Frank Bowling archive, please send an email to the following address: archive@frankbowling.com