Jackson Pollock
Painter who dripped and poured paint to create energetic abstracts.
Their Story
Jackson Pollock was an American painter and a major figure in abstract expressionism. He became famous for his 'drip paintings,' made by pouring and splattering paint onto canvases laid on the floor. His energetic style focused on movement and the act of painting itself.
Era
1900s
Field
Abstract Painting
Jackson Pollock
Painter who dripped and poured paint to create energetic abstracts.
Art · Abstract Painting · 1900s
Their Story
Jackson Pollock was an American painter and a major figure in abstract expressionism. He became famous for his 'drip paintings,' made by pouring and splattering paint onto canvases laid on the floor. His energetic style focused on movement and the act of painting itself.
Key Innovation
Developed drip painting, creating abstract works through movement and poured paint.
Why It Matters Today
His method shows students that art can be about energy and process, not just careful drawing.
Learn More
- Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jackson_Pollock
Wilkinson STEM Education Foundation · 251 American Innovators · wilkinsonstemfoundation.org
