Heinemann’s intensity, always apparent in his incisive, schematized shapes and hues, now describe with awkward purposefulness the trappings of rustic life: still lifes of dry good scales, vases, and lawn ornaments, and outdoor scenes populated by bird feeders and flower gardens – and, most notably, by the cats which by turns resemble inert, furry spheres or rocketing pillows with lethal teeth.

Picasso: The Classical Period, at C & M Arts 45 E 78th Street between Madison and Park Avenues, 212-861-0020, through December 5 Gregory Amenoff: Paintings, at Salander-O’Reilly 20 E 79th Street between Fifth and Madison Avenues, 212-879-6606, through October 25 Peter Heinemann: Flamingo Heaven, at Gallery Schlesinger 24 E 73, 2nd floor, between Fifth and … Continued