Monthly Archives: May 2012
LAST Discussion Topic: Pollock’s Action Painting
The American Abstract Expressionist Jackson Pollock produced Number 1, 1950 (Lavender Mist), a prime example of Action Painting. This large canvas, nearly 7 x 10 feet, was painted on the ground using his infamous “drip technique.” With carefully controlled movements, … Continue reading
Discussion Topic: Unpacking Picasso’s Les Demoiselles D’Avignon
Pablo Picasso’s Les Demoiselles D’Avignon is a masterpiece of western art in the collection at MoMA. Some have suggested Picasso’s painting is the most important work in Modern Art.  Picasso executed over a hundred sketches and preparatory studies before completing … Continue reading
Discussion Topic: Is the Art Market Out of Control?
Edvard Munch’s The Scream 1895 goes on the auction block Tuesday night, May 2, 2012, at Sotheby’s auction house in New York City. This picture is one of four versions of this iconic work of art. In the last two … Continue reading
