Jackson Pollock
Definition
Jackson Pollock was an influential American painter and a major figure in the Abstract Expressionist movement. He became famous for his technique of dripping or pouring paint onto canvas laid on the ground, which he would then manipulate with various tools.
Analogy
Imagine you're making pancakes without using any molds or shapes - you just pour batter onto the pan freely creating unique patterns each time. That's kind of how Jackson Pollock created his paintings!
Related terms
Abstract Expressionism: An art movement that emerged post-WWII characterized by abstract artwork expressing emotions through non-traditional means such as gestural brushstrokes, color fields, and spontaneous drips.
Drip Painting Technique: A method used primarily by Jackson Pollock, where paint is dripped or poured onto a canvas to create an abstract piece of art.
Lee Krasner: An influential American abstract expressionist painter in the second half of the 20th century. She was also Jackson Pollock's wife and had a significant impact on his career.
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