Friday, September 3, 2021

Abstract Expressionism of the 1950s- YouTube

 Abstract  Expressionism of the 1950s
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YouTube

The videos that were produced during artists' gathering were conducted by the artists themselves or by art critics or art historians. The intention of these videos were to provide historically important material for future generations.

Beginning of the New York School 1950s
Abstract Expressionism of  the 1950s 


The video presents an afternoon with the New York artists. Artists' recollect the beginning of the New York School. Staring with the formation of the American Abstract Artists. The discussion emphasized the importance of Hans Hofmann's teaching in the early 1930s and the effect on the artists who went to study with him during the post world war II era by taking advantage of the GI bill. 

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Abstract Expressionism - New York School Artists
of the 9th St Show Reminisce



Pioneers of the New York School reminisce about the art world of the 1950's. 
They discuss the creation of the first Artist s Annual, the "9th St." Show and the continuation of the New York Painting and Sculpture Annuals at the Stable Gallery.
Participating artists:
Alcopley, Conrad Marca-Relli, Joe Stefanelli, John Stephan and Robert Richenburg, Will Barnet.

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Alcopley, Joe Stefanelli, John Stephan are included in the book: with two full-page color reproductions of his artwork, statement and biography: 

New York School Abstract Expressionists: Artists Choice by Artists: A Complete Documentation of the New York Painting and Sculpture Annuals; 1951-1957 


Robert Richenburg is included in each of the books with two full-page color reproductions of his artwork, statement and biography:

New York School Abstract Expressionists: Artists Choice by Artists: A Complete Documentation of the New York Painting and Sculpture Annuals; 1951-1957 

American Abstract Expressionism of the 1950s: An Illustrated Survey With Artists' Statements, Artwork, and Biographies  


Conrad Marca-Relli is included in each of the books with two full-page color reproductions of his artwork, statement and biography:

New York School Abstract Expressionists: Artists Choice by Artists: A Complete Documentation of the New York Painting and Sculpture Annuals; 1951-1957 

American Abstract Expressionism of the 1950s: An Illustrated Survey With Artists' Statements, Artwork, and Biographies  

American Abstract and Figurative Expressionism: Style is Timely Art is Timeless




Art Criticism-Press Coverage & Art of the 1950s

On May 7, 1995 pioneer abstract expressionists and museum directors relate the impact of critics on their careers. Moderated by Phyllis Braff, Art Historian and Art Critic. The influence and criticism of Jerome Klein, John Canaday, Fairfield Porter, Clement Greenberg, Hilton Kramer and Dore Ashton is discussed.

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Most of the artists are included in the following books with two full-page color reproductions of artwork, statement and biography:

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E-mail: nyschoolpress@aol.com





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