This was the 1st modern art movement to begin in the United States. The 1950's saw the shift from Europe to New York as the new art center, and with that came a desire for pushing boundaries.
Abstraction comes in many forms. From simplification, non representational to all over compositions.
Lee Krasner was the only female artist of the 1st generation Abstract Expressionists. She was greatly overshadowed by fellow artist/husband Jackson Pollock. Her all over abstract compositions feature a vibrant array of colors drawing the eyes all around the canvas. Towards One 1967, showcases a complementary color scheme.
Context is essential. We need to have a firm understanding of the time and society the piece was created in. I admire Krasner for a variety of reasons. Chief amount them was her unique signature: the gender neutral L.K. She wanted her work to stand on it's own, gender and husband aside. Her work is open for interpretation. The white space emphasizes the bright fuchsia spirals occupying the center. A very organic forest green creates a border around the piece.
Look, enjoy and appreciate. Abstraction can be frustrating because it's so open ended but to me that's freeing. This week take a moment to enjoy and reanalyze an abstract painting. Explore the possibilities!
~Samantha
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