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      Dynamic blue splashes of yellow and orange define this 1952 abstract expressionist masterpiece by James Brooks, offering a captivating burst of color for your collection.

      James Brooks (1906-1992) was a pivotal Abstract Expressionist painter known for his innovative staining techniques, lyrical abstraction, & large-scale murals like "Flight" at LaGuardia Airport. Explore his calligraphy-infused works and legacy as a fi

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      Artist Biography

      Early Life and Education

      • Born: October 18, 1906, St. Louis, Missouri
      • Family moved to Dallas, Texas in 1916
      • Studied art at Southern Methodist University (1922-1924)
      • Private lessons with James A. Waddell and Martha Simkins in Dallas
      • Moved to New York City in 1926
      • Studied at the Art Students League under Boardman Robinson and Kimon Nicolaides
      • Worked as a commercial artist to support himself

      The WPA Years and Early Murals

      • Active in the Works Progress Administration (WPA) Federal Art Project from 1936-1942
      • Painted three murals for the WPA, demonstrating social realist style.
      • Flight (1940-1942): A significant mural at La Guardia Airport's Marine Air Terminal, depicting the history of aviation. It was the largest WPA mural and later restored after being painted over.
      • Friendships with Jackson Pollock and Philip Guston during this period

      Abstract Expressionist Period: Style and Development

      • Served as a combat artist in the U.S. Army (1942-1945)
      • Returned to New York City in 1946, reconnected with Pollock and Krasner
      • Shifted towards Abstract Expressionism, influenced by Surrealist principles
      • Developed a unique staining technique: Experimenting with the bleed of paste through canvas.
      • Early works showed influences of Synthetic Cubism.
      • Palette initially featured browns, grays, blacks and vivid colors.
      • Later work incorporated larger forms, broader strokes, and simpler compositions using acrylics.
      • Often used numbers and letters to identify paintings, incorporating nonsense syllables as titles (e.g., *Pask*, *Burwak*, *Jondol*).

      Major Exhibitions and Recognition

      • First solo exhibition at the Peridot Gallery in New York City (1949)
      • Participated in the historic Ninth Street Exhibition (1951) – a key event in Abstract Expressionism.
      • Featured in exhibitions such as Twelve Americans and New American Painting at the Museum of Modern Art.
      • Documenta, Kassel, West Germany (1959).
      • John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation Fellowship (1969)

      Legacy and Historical Significance

      • Considered a first-generation Abstract Expressionist painter.
      • Known for his innovative staining techniques and lyrical abstraction.
      • His work is held in prominent collections including the Art Institute of Chicago, The Museum of Modern Art, Tate Gallery, and National Gallery of Art.
      • Brooks's artistic journey reflects the evolution of Abstract Expressionism and his willingness to experiment with new approaches to painting.
      • Died on March 9, 1992, in East Hampton, New York.
      James Brooks

      James Brooks

      1906 - 1992 , United States of America

      Quick Facts

      • Artistic Movement Or Style: Abstract Expressionism
      • Artists Who Influenced This Artist:
        • Jackson Pollock
        • Lee Krasner
        • Pablo Picasso
        • Georges Braque
      • Date Of Birth: October 18, 1906
      • Date Of Death: March 9, 1992
      • Full Name: James Brooks
      • Nationality: American
      • Notable Artworks: ['Flight (LaGuardia Airport mural)']
      • Place Of Birth: St. Louis, United States
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