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  • Article
    Abstraction Today

    Examine how these artists build upon tradition.

  • A variety of three different paintings focused on three different colors
    Chance Compositions

    Use what you’ve learned about process in art-making to develop your own work.

  • Image of a person viewing a red and orange painting
    What is Abstract Expressionism?

    Learn about Abstract Expressionism.

  • Painting showing soft pastel colors
    Perfecting the Pour

    Discover how Helen Frankenthaler transformed painting forever.

  • Painting including three panels of colorful lines and shapes
    Making Her Mark

    Analyze what Joan Mitchell expresses in her paintings.

  • Pink and purple painting inspired by the Goddess of Earth
    A Place in History

    Explore the ways Lee Krasner pushed herself—and Abstract Expressionism—forward.

  • Painting of students made with different patterns such as zig-zags and polka dots
    Flawed Beauty

    Discover how this student artist enhances the message in his painting.

  • Article
    Abstract Grid Paintings

    Use what you’ve learned about mark making to create a collaborative abstract painting.

  • Lesson Plan
    Hands-On Project: Abstract Grid Paintings

    Download a hands-on project for grades 4-6 based on the March/April 2024 issue.

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  • Image of a painting of a man appearing to be wearing clothes from the 18th century
    Crafting Character

    Analyze how artists communicate using their visual voices.

  • Image of a 3-D structure of a home
    Empty Spaces

    Examine how these artists depict human-made structures.

  • Georgia O’Keeffe painting of the East River and busy coastlines
    Musings on the Metropolis

    Learn how Georgia O'Keeffe uses simple shapes to convey feelings about the modern world.