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Ted Hartley, Untitled, 2018
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Ted Hartley, Fighting Chance, 2025
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Ted Hartley, Self-Portait, 2021
Exhibition
Ted Hartley: Onward
22 Jan 2025 – 10 Feb 2025
Regular hours
- Wednesday
- 11:00 – 18:00
- Thursday
- 11:00 – 21:00
- Friday
- 11:00 – 18:00
- Saturday
- 11:00 – 18:00
- Tuesday
- 11:00 – 18:00
Free admission
Address
- 522 W 23rd Street
- New York
New York - 10011
- United States
Experience the opening of ONWARD, Ted Hartley's captivating exhibition. Discover his journey from Navy pilot to Hollywood executive to artist, told through vibrant works of texture, form, and color.
About
"Onward" showcases the work of Ted Hartley, the title reflecting a guiding principle in Hartley’s life and art. It embodies his constant evolution – moving forward as a storyteller, an artist, and a human being.Hartley’s journey began in Omaha and unfolded through many chapters. From Navy fighter pilot to White House aide, Olympic wrestler, actor, and CEO of RKO Pictures, his path has been marked by reinvention. Painting became a meaningful pursuit while he cared for his wife, actress Dina Merrill. What began as a shared pastime grew into a deeply personal artistic endeavor. He moved from pencil sketches to watercolors and eventually to expressive acrylics.
Hartley’s work reveals a thoughtful exploration of medium, texture, and color. His pieces are dynamic yet introspective, with a sense of movement that draws the viewer in. Through his art, he continues to discover and
grow, reflecting a lifetime of resilience and creativity. The works in Onward are understated yet compelling. The interplay of light, texture, and color speaks to an artist who has found freedom in
experimentation and joy in creation.
As you engage with this collection, take a moment to appreciate the subtle energy and depth within each piece. This catalogue honors Ted Hartley’s artistic journey and his enduring commitment to his craft. May it offer insight into his vision and inspiration for your own onward path.
