Abstract Expressionism is a post-WWII movement that emerged in the 1940s in the United States. It was the first of many modern art movements and is considered one of the most influential art movements of the 20th century. The movement was a reaction to the heavily intellectual and formal art of the past and instead focused on the emotion and experience of the individual artist. It was a break away from the traditional rules of composition and subject matter and instead focused on the abstract and non-objective form of expression.
Abstract Expressionism was heavily influenced by the Dada and Surrealist movements of Europe. It was also heavily influenced by the Abstract Impressionism movement that was popular in the United States in the 1940s. This movement was characterized by large, gestural brush strokes, vivid colors, and an emphasis on the emotional experience of the artist. The art was often seen as chaotic and chaotic and was often seen as a reflection of the chaos and uncertainty of the post-war world.
The most famous Abstract Expressionists were Jackson Pollock, Willem de Kooning, and Mark Rothko. These artists, along with many others, pushed the boundaries of traditional art and created works that pushed the boundaries of what a painting could be. They used large brush strokes, bright colors, and bold forms to create works that challenged the viewer to think in new ways. They focused on the emotional experience of the artist, rather than the traditional rules of composition and subject matter, and created art that was free from the constraints of traditional forms.
The legacy of Abstract Expressionism is still felt today and its influence can be seen in many modern art forms. It was a revolution in the way people thought about and expressed art and it opened up a whole new world of artistic expression. It was a movement that challenged traditional rules and instead focused on the individual experience of the artist.