Fred Eversley: Parabolic Light

Fred Eversley (b. 1941) is a pivotal figure in West Coast postwar contemporary art. Influenced by Southern California movements like Light and Space, his work is a unique synthesis, shaped by lifelong studies of light, space, time, gravity. A former engineer, Eversley collaborated with NASA, contributing to Gemini and Apollo programs. This developed his interest in the parabola, which emerged in his youth. Eversley’s pioneering use of materials like plastic and polyester resin mirrors postwar technological leaps, while unveiling the enduring mysteries of human perception - art transcending eras, offering timeless insights into the workings of the human eye and mind.

Formerly Associate Professor at Ohio State University, Amanda Gluibizzi is the founding Co-Director of the New Foundation for Art History (NFAH) and Artseen Editor for the Brooklyn Rail. She specializes in mid- and late-20th century art, design, and urbanism in the United States, Europe, and Latin America. Amanda is the author of Art and Design in 1960s New York (Anthem Press, 2021).