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Lynne Drexler — wax crayon on construction paper
Lynne Drexler

wax crayon on construction paper

1960

Lynne Drexler's wax crayon on construction paper works exemplify her vibrant, gestural approach to abstract expressionism, utilizing humble materials to create dynamic compositions of bold color and expressive mark making. The artist's choice of wax crayon and construction paper, typically associated with children's art, elevates these accessible materials to fine art through her sophisticated command of color relationships and compositional balance. Drexler's work in this medium demonstrates her commitment to breaking down hierarchies between "high" and "low" art materials while producing images of genuine aesthetic and emotional intensity.

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February 28, 2025

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Lynne Drexler, wax crayon on construction paper, 1960

Lynne Drexler's wax crayon on construction paper works exemplify her vibrant, gestural approach to abstract expressionism, utilizing humble materials to create dynamic compositions of bold color and expressive mark making. The artist's choice of wax crayon and construction paper, typically associated with children's art, elevates these accessible materials to fine art through her sophisticated command of color relationships and compositional balance. Drexler's work in this medium demonstrates her commitment to breaking down hierarchies between "high" and "low" art materials while producing images of genuine aesthetic and emotional intensity.

Year
1960
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

20th Century, Non-Representational, Energetic Mood, Wax Crayon, American Artist, Abstract Expressionism, Gestural Abstraction, Vibrant Color, Construction Paper, Experimental Technique

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