Galerie Stein Magazine

Willem de Kooning, a Dutch American artist born in Rotterdam, Netherlands, is celebrated as one of the most influential figures in the world of modern art. Renowned for his dynamic and innovative contributions to Abstract Expressionism, de Kooning's work challenged conventions and reshaped the trajectory of 20th-century art. His journey from the streets of Rotterdam to the pinnacle of the New York art scene is a testament to his enduring legacy. de Kooning left an...

Damian Pavlovic Belgrade, Eastern Europe, Serbia Damian Pavlovic is a Serbian abstract artist and architect based in Belgrade, Serbia. Damian describes his artwork as “not static, without definition and does not end. It ​will​ change​, fall​, grow with you, depend on you, your everyday life and great future plans. It is your creation started by me.”  Pavlovic feels that his art should resonate with you, with your own experience. He doesn’t want people to say...

Eddie LoveFayetteville, AR, United States I absolutely love Eddie Love’s work. With his amazing use of bold and vibrant color, there’s a notable influence and inspiration from Basquiat in his work, while still being wildly creative and original. Self-described as an “outsider”, Eddie uses that perspective to be motivational and blunt in his art. The descriptions of his paintings are often brutally honest and raw, sometimes speaking of failed relationships and other harsh influences on his...

The epicenter of the Abstract Expressionist movement was New York City, where a group of artists, known as the New York School, congregated and exchanged ideas.  The term "Abstract Expressionism" was coined by art critic Robert Coates in a 1946 article for The New Yorker; and it was in New York that the movement gained prominence and international recognition. Clyfford Still (1904-1980) 'PH-972' by Clyfford Still (1959). For years Clyfford Still was practically unknown compared to...

Abstract Expressionism, one of the most influential art movements of the 20th century, emerged in the United States during the mid-20th century and brought about a revolutionary transformation in the world of visual arts. Characterized by its spontaneous, non-representational style, Abstract Expressionism challenged traditional artistic norms and ushered in a new era of artistic freedom and experimentation. Abstract Expressionism is often divided into two main styles: Action Painting and Color Field Painting. Action Painting — This...

Abstract Expressionism, one of the most influential art movements of the 20th century, emerged in the United States during the mid-20th century and brought about a revolutionary transformation in the world of visual arts. Characterized by its spontaneous, non-representational style, Abstract Expressionism challenged traditional artistic norms and ushered in a new era of artistic freedom and experimentation.  The Roots of Abstract Expressionism The roots of Abstract Expressionism can be traced back to the turbulent years...

From our earliest times paining on cave walls, there has always been a need for humans to express themselves artistically. Art has always had a way of giving a voice to ideas that would otherwise remain silent, while allowing us to experience emotion in a way that is individual to us all. My love for abstract expressionism stems primarily from its ability to create emotion in a way that is pure, direct, and individual; but...

Key Artists of the Abstract Expressionist Revolution 1. Clyfford Still For years Clyfford Still was practically unknown compared to his contemporaries, despite being widely considered the most talented member of the bunch. He refused to show his works in poor quality exhibitions causing his reputation to falter, even as he thrived artistically. When he died in 1980, he retained more than 95% of his output. In 2011, in accordance with the demands of his estate, the...

Painting on Cave Walls  From our earliest times paining on cave walls, there has always been a need for humans to express themselves artistically. Art has always had a way of giving a voice to ideas that would otherwise remain silent, while allowing us to experience emotion in a way that is individual to us all. In particular, my love for abstract expressionism stems primarily from its ability to create emotion in way that is...