Dr. Alex Grimley

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Biography

Alex Grimley is a doctoral student studying modern and contemporary art with an interdisciplinary focus on experimental music, Color Field painting, and Abstract Expressionism. His dissertation focuses on Morton Feldman, Kenneth Noland, and Jules Olitski. He is a regular contributor to Brooklyn Rail and has written extensively on contemporary landscape painting and abstraction. Additionally, he has written essays for exhibitions at Miles McEnery Gallery, Hollis Taggart, Yares Art, and other galleries. Currently, he is organizing an exhibition on contemporary art titled 'Painting Color,' set to open at the Currier Museum of Art in Manchester, NH, in March 2026.

Research Interests

Post-War American Art Color Field Painting Abstract Expressionism Phenomenology Theory Practice Art Criticism Contemporary Landscape Painting

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.