semester 1 ceramics final Jackson pollock

Life and Training

Jackson Pollock was the fifth youngest son in a struggling farming family ., he grew up in California and Arizona jackson died in a massive car crash on August 11, 1956, it happened because he was drunk.  (1912–1956) he was an influential American artist, known for pioneering the Abstract Expressionist movement. He studied at the Art Students League of New York under Thomas Hart Benton, where he learned traditional techniques before moving toward abstraction. Pollock’s struggles with alcohol and his exploration of psychoanalysis influenced his art, particularly his later drip paintings.

Pollock’s Tallest Painting: Mural (1943)

Pollock's Mural is his tallest and one of his most significant early works, measuring 8 feet by 20 feet. Commissioned by Peggy Guggenheim, it blends figuration with abstract elements and shows his transition toward the gestural, dynamic style that defined his later works. It features sweeping, energetic forms and foreshadows his famous drip paintings.

Construction and Techniques

n the Mural, Pollock used big brushstrokes and bright colors, mixing planned and spontaneous movements. Its large size let him explore the physical act of painting, drawing viewers in with its abstract style and movement.

The mural interested me because it marked a pivotal moment in Pollock’s career. It showcased his shift toward abstraction and the emotional intensity that would define his drip paintings. The scale and energy of the work are compelling, and they reflect his evolving artistic process.​

how the piece went  

The piece turned out well. If I were to do it again, I’d focus more on making a bigger piece of art such as a mural or an even bigger painting it was pretty fun throwing the paint all over the plat. overall, I would like to make this peace again 

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Sources

• "Jackson Pollock." Biography.com. link.

• "Pollock’s Mural." The Guggenheim. link.