2. Jackson Pollock : January 28, 1912 – August 11, 1956 Born in Cody, Wyoming, United States

3. Jackson Pollock’s earlier artworks remained abstract expressionistic except that they were figurative, such as, Moon Woman Cuts the Circle, c. 1943.

5. August 8, 1949 Life magazine introduces Jackson Pollock and his abstract expressionistic painting style throughout the world. “Is he the greatest living painter in the United States?”

7. “I do not want the viewer to search for subject matter. Instead, my artwork should be enjoyed like music.” “The brush never touches the canvas. I have limited control over where the paint lands.”

8. The Cold War (originated from WWII) Recession after WWII Race to the moon: United States vs. Soviet Union Creating weapons of mass destruction (i.e. Nuclear bombs). Democracy vs. Communism Propaganda Expansion of territory Allies Social classes (rich, intermediate, poor) Trade

9. Jackson Pollock’s No. 1, 1948 painting was a mix of personal experiences and influences, such as, the Cold War and American life and culture. The painting also displays Pollock’s strive to break away from traditional art practices. As Brian Grosskurth mentioned during the lecture, “these paintings by Jackson Pollock would show freedom/liberty: the freedom to splash and splatter paint to create an artwork.”

10. 1. Would you consider Jackson Pollock as an artist not of his time and why? 2. In your eyes, are Jackson Pollock’s later artworks a diary of self-expression and experiences, and or are they minimalist aesthetic paintings? 3. What do you think was the meaning of art to Pollock? What is the meaning of art to you?