Jackson Pollock
Jackson Pollock was a major figure in the abstract expressionist movement known for his 'drip technique' of painting.
Painter
January 28, 1912
Aquarius
August 11, 1956
44
Cody, Wyoming
Jackson Pollock, a prominent artist in the abstract expressionist movement, gained recognition for his distinctive “drip technique,” which involved pouring or splashing paint onto a horizontal surface. Some of his most renowned works include “Mural,” “Number 1, 1949,” “Convergence,” “Blue Poles,” and “Autumn Rhythm.” Pollock played a significant role in American art and was associated with both surrealism and abstract expressionism movements.