Francie Hester Art
American
The art of Francie Hester evokes the feeling of a secret or memory being uncovered. Her contemporary abstract pieces may seem chaotic at first, but patterns begin to emerge upon closer inspection. Using mathematical and geometric principles, Hester creates paintings, drawings and sculptures that strive to bring order to chaos and draw out the unknowable.
Born in 1959, Hester focused on art from an early age. She earned a BFA from the University of Michigan in 1982 and an MFA from the University of Maryland in 1994. She held her first solo exhibition at Anton Gallery in Monterey, California, in 2006 and has since exhibited across the country and around the world.
Hester also creates large-scale public commissions. One of her most well-known site-specific works is Wordfall, a 2016 installation for the lobby of the Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. The stunning piece, which drapes down from the high ceiling, is made from over 80,000 paperclips wrapped in the words of poetry from Brendan Ogg, a young cancer victim.
Hester is the recipient of several honorary grants, including from the D.C. Commission on the Arts and Humanities, the Arts Council of Montgomery County and the Maryland State Arts Counsel. Her paintings and sculptures are held in many private and corporate collections, including those of the International Monetary Fund, the World Bank, Capital One and Ernst & Young.
Hester lives and works in Boulder, Colorado, and Silver Springs, Maryland, and is represented by Susan Eley Fine Art in New York. In 2022, she was one of the featured artists at an exhibition presented by the Carl Cherry Center for the Arts in California called "The Most Beautiful Mistake You Can Make." A perfect fit for Hester's work, the show explored how random errors can stimulate artistic creativity.
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Artist: Francie Hester
Axis A
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
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Metal
Convex 23-A
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
Convex 23-A (2023)
Acrylic and cold way on three segments of Aluminum
29 Inches
Hester’s practice is a meditation on both her personal and our collective pasts. Throughout her wor...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
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Wax, Acrylic
Portal 23 #4
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
Portal 23 #4 (2023)
Acrylic, wax, and aluminum leaf on paper.
8" x 8" unframed
15" x 15" framed
Hester’s practice is a meditation on both her personal and our collective pasts. Thr...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
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Acrylic, Panel
Portal 23 #3
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
Portal 23 #3 (2023)
Acrylic, wax, and aluminum leaf on paper
8" x 8" unframed
15" x 15" framed
Hester’s practice is a meditation on both her personal and our collective pasts. Throu...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
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Acrylic, Panel
Portal 23 #1
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
Portal 23 #1 (2023)
Acrylic, wax, and aluminum leaf on paper
8" x 8" unframed
15" x 15" framed
Hester’s practice is a meditation on both her personal and our collective pasts. Throu...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
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Acrylic, Panel
Confluence 22 C
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
Confluence 22 C (2022)
Acrylic, aluminum leaf, and wax on aluminum panel
50 x 42 inches
Hester’s practice is a meditation on both her personal and our collective pasts. Throughout h...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
Materials
Wax, Acrylic, Panel
Axis 45
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
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Metal
Axis 50
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
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Metal
Axis 49
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
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Metal
Axis 48
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
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Metal
Axis 47
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
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Metal
Axis 33
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
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Metal
Axis 30
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
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Metal
Axis 46
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
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Metal
Strata 22 Set 2
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
Acrylic, aluminum leaf, and wax on aluminum panel.
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
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Wax, Acrylic, Panel
Axis 42
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
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Metal
Axis 41
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
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Metal
Axis 40
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
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Metal
Axis 38
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
Materials
Metal
Axis 37
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
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Metal
Axis 36
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
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Metal
Axis 35
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
Materials
Metal
Axis 29
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
Materials
Metal
Axis 27
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
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Metal
Axis 26
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
Materials
Metal
Axis 23
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
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Metal
Axis 22
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
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Metal
Axis 21
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
Category
2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
Materials
Metal
Axis 20
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
Category
2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
Materials
Metal
Axis 19
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
Category
2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
Materials
Metal
Axis 18
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
Category
2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
Materials
Metal
Axis 17
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
Category
2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
Materials
Metal
Axis 16
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
Category
2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
Materials
Metal
Axis 15
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
Category
2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
Materials
Metal
Axis 13
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
Materials
Metal
Axis 12
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
Materials
Metal
Axis 10
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
Materials
Metal
Axis 9
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
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Metal
Axis 8
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
Category
2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
Materials
Metal
Strata 23-A
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
Acrylic, aluminum leaf, and wax on aluminum panel.
Category
2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
Materials
Wax, Acrylic, Panel
Confluence 23 B
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
Confluence 23 B (2023)
Acrylic, aluminum leaf, and wax on aluminum panel
50 x 42 inches
Hester’s practice is a meditation on both her personal and our collective pasts. Throughout h...
Category
2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
Materials
Acrylic, Panel, Wax
Confluence 23 A
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
Confluence 23 B (2023)
Acrylic, aluminum leaf, and wax on aluminum panel
50 x 42 inches
Hester’s practice is a meditation on both her personal and our collective pasts. Throughout h...
Category
2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
Materials
Wax, Acrylic, Panel
Confluence 22 D
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
Confluence 22 D (2022)
Acrylic, aluminum leaf, and wax on aluminum panel
50 x 42 inches
Hester’s practice is a meditation on both her personal and our collective pasts. Throughout h...
Category
2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
Materials
Wax, Acrylic, Panel
Axis 7
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
Category
2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
Materials
Metal
Axis 6
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
Category
2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
Materials
Metal
Axis 5
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
Category
2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
Materials
Metal
Axis 4
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
In the “Axis” series, recollection pivots around vivid, etched markers of moments, days, events—an axis of reference points. The work’s surfaces are integral to this exploration—the ...
Category
2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
Materials
Metal
Confluence A, Abstract geometric painting
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
This is a time that has forced us to redefine. Redefine how we live, how we interact, how we see, what we value. The Redefine series reflects on that process of redefinition. It i...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
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Silver
Vessel 22 #1
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
Acrylic paint and wax on steel. 22" diameter.
This is a time that has forced us to redefine. Redefine how we live, how we interact, how we see, what we value. The Redefine series ...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
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Steel
Vessel 22 #3, blue and green mixed media sculptural piece, textured,
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
Acrylic paint and aluminum leaf on acrylic glass. 36" diameter.
This is a time that has forced us to redefine. Redefine how we live, how we interact, how we see, what we value. Th...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
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Glass, Mixed Media, Acrylic
Renewal #6, mixed media aluminum sculpture, multicolored grid, 16 x 16 inches
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
For the past two decades, I have been working on aluminum panels – attacking the metal with sanders, hammers, routers and drills. Surfaces of paint are layered, sanded, and stripped ...
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2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
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Metal
Crossing Lines #15, abstract mixed media painting on aluminum, multicolored
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
Crossing Lines
The exhibition also includes Crossing Lines, a series created in collaboration with interdisciplinary artist Lisa Hill. This series draws on the literal and figurati...
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2010s Contemporary Francie Hester Art
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Metal, Wire
Crossing Lines #11, abstract mixed media painting on aluminum, red and white
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
Crossing Lines
The exhibition also includes Crossing Lines, a series created in collaboration with interdisciplinary artist Lisa Hill. This series draws on...
Category
2010s Contemporary Francie Hester Art
Materials
Metal, Wire
Cluster #2, mixed media aluminum sculpture, multicolored sphere
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
For the past two decades, I have been working on aluminum panels – attacking the metal with sanders, hammers, routers and drills. Surfaces of paint are layered, sanded, and stripped ...
Category
2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
Materials
Metal
Renewal #1, mixed media aluminum sculpture, multicolored grid, 16 x 16 inches
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
For the past two decades, I have been working on aluminum panels – attacking the metal with sanders, hammers, routers and drills. Surfaces of paint are layered, sanded, and stripped ...
Category
2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
Materials
Metal
Crossing Lines #2, abstract mixed media painting on aluminum panel, green
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
Crossing Lines
The exhibition also includes Crossing Lines, a series created in collaboration with interdisciplinary artist Lisa Hill. This series draws on the literal and figurati...
Category
2010s Contemporary Francie Hester Art
Materials
Metal, Wire
Crossing Lines #3, abstract mixed media painting on aluminum panel, blue tones
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
Crossing Lines
The exhibition also includes Crossing Lines, a series created in collaboration with interdisciplinary artist Lisa Hill. This series draws on the literal and figurati...
Category
2010s Contemporary Francie Hester Art
Materials
Metal, Wire
Renewal #5, mixed media aluminum sculpture, multicolored grid, 16 x 16 inches
By Francie Hester
Located in New York, NY
For the past two decades, I have been working on aluminum panels – attacking the metal with sanders, hammers, routers and drills. Surfaces of paint are layered, sanded, and stripped ...
Category
2010s Abstract Francie Hester Art
Materials
Metal
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