Doel reed biography of william

Doel Reed Museum Collections

Doel Reed, Rio Grande, Aquatint on Paper, circa 1971, #11/30, 11″ x 17″

Doel Reed is considered an important member of the Taos art community post-1960.

Doel reed biography of william

Educated at the Cincinnati Art Academy, Reed served as the head of the Oklahoma State University art department from 1924-1959, with breaks in his tenure in 1926 and 1930-31 while he traveled in France, studying and sketching. He was elected to the National Academy of Design for his printmaking in 1952, and wrote a book entitled “Doel Reed Makes and Aquatint” in 1965.

Doel Reed, The Gorge at Pilar, Aquatint on Paper, circa 1978, Trail Proof, Edition of 35, 10″ x 15″

A master printmaker, Reed’s prints are reminiscent of Gene Kloss’ work in their high contrast and expert use of light and shadow.

He worked in a variety of mediums, but is best known for his prints, aquatints and casein paintings. His work is in th