Smoke SignalsArt offers an opening for expression and reinvention as Andy rises from grim Pittsburgh origins to become an innovative force in the New York art world.
Shadows: Andy & Jed
E2
Shadows: Andy & JedAndy embraces his role as a portrait painter for the rich and famous. But discontent — and disco-era hedonism — tears apart his life with Jed Johnson.
A Double Life: Andy & Jon
E3
A Double Life: Andy & JonFantasy propels Andy into the world of modeling and TV — and a relationship with the closeted Jon Gould — leading to explorations of drag and identity.
Collab: Andy & Basquiat
E4
Collab: Andy & BasquiatThe '80s take off, and graffiti artists inspired by pop art energize New York. Andy forms a close, fruitful friendship with Jean-Michel Basquiat.
15 Minutes
E5
15 MinutesAndy edges into the mainstream via "Saturday Night Live" and "The Love Boat" while a collaboration deals a blow to his connection with Jean-Michel.
Loving the Alien
E6
Loving the AlienAs HIV/AIDS hits NYC hard, Andy accepts a commission honoring "The Last Supper." The series takes on new resonance when he dies soon after the opening.
