Frank Stella
What was his side job as an artist?
he painted houses
What art movement came before minimalism?
Abstract expressionalism
Where did he first start painting?
New York City
What time period did it start?
early 1960s
What painting made him popular?
Black Paintings
What is the definition of Minimalism?
Art movement that incorporates simplicity.
What was the main characteristic featured in his paintings?
Geometric shapes
What are the important qualities?
geometric shapes, simple lines, etc
Who inspired Frank Stella?
Barnett Newman and Jasper John
Why did artists develop minimalism?
Wanted to break away from abstract expressionism; instead of putting emotions into the art, they just put shapes.