Gary Hinsche

This exhibition by Gary Hinsche positions Hard-Edge not as a relic of the modernist past, but as a living framework—one that continues to inspire artists who seek clarity in a world saturated with noise. The exhibition before you explores the striking clarity and formal discipline of Hard-Edge design—an artistic movement that emerged in the mid-20th century as a bold counterpoint to the gestural chaos of Abstract Expressionism. Defined by sharp contours, flat planes of color, and geometric precision, Hard-Edge art emphasizes control, balance, and visual clarity. 

About Gary W. Hinsche

Gary W. Hinsche is an accomplished painter, sculptor, and graphic designer. He studied design at Santa Monica College, Art Center College of Design and California State University at Long Beach. His work has always been grounded in the conceptual/minimalist space. He was first influenced by Craig Ellwood, a celebrated architect and artist. While teaching at Yale, Ellwood developed a close relationship with Josef Albers, who encouraged him to paint. To some extent, that link back to Albers has had a profound influence on Hinsche and the way he approaches his own work. Meeting Frank Gehry, becoming friends and working on a few of his amazing projects has also shaped Hinsche’s work. Hinsche’s work has been honored with gold medals from the New York and Los Angeles Art Directors Clubs, AIGA, the Mead Annual Report Show, and has been featured in Print, Graphics, and Communications Arts. He served as president of the Los Angeles Art Directors Club, sat on the advisory board of AIGA/LA and served as Adjunct Professor at the Art Center College of Design.