Lee Krasner Quotes

A collection of quotes by Lee Krasner.

Lee Krasner (1908-1984) was an American abstract expressionist painter and one of the pioneers of abstract expressionism. Born in Brooklyn, New York, she studied art at the Cooper Union and the National Academy of Design. Krasner married fellow artist Jackson Pollock in 1945, and their relationship greatly influenced their work. Known for her dynamic brushwork and innovative use of color, Krasner's artistic career spanned several decades. Her contributions to the abstract expressionist movement continue to be celebrated today, and she remains an influential figure in modern art history.

With Jackson there was quiet solitude. Just to sit and look

With Jackson there was quiet solitude. Just to sit and look at the landscape. An inner quietness. After dinner, to sit on the back porch and look at the light. No need for talking. For any kind of communication.

Lee Krasner

Communication

My own image of my work is that I no sooner settle into some

My own image of my work is that I no sooner settle into something than a break occurs. These breaks are always painful and depressing but despite them I see that there's a consistency that holds out, but is hard to define.

Lee Krasner

Work