Alex Katz on his Guggenheim retrospective, Under the Cover

Artforum editor in chief David Velasco joins Alex Katz in his Manhattan studio to discuss the making of Alex Katz: Gathering, a career retrospective at New Yorks Guggenheim Museum encompassing eight decades of the artists masterful production. Katz also reflects on his first paintings of Ada, his friendship with Frank OHara, and more. Adas Black Sandals, 1987, graces the cover of the February issue. Also in this issue: Four paintersSam McKinniss, Amy Sillman, Jamian JulianoVillani, andDavid Sallereflect on the legacy of this unflagging paragon of technique and style. Producer, Editor: Brian J. Green Cinematographer: Alexandra Sapp + Brian J. Green