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Judy Chicago's 1969-70 Pasadena Lifesavers Yellow Series #2 documented in artcritical

publication · 2026-04-22

Judy Chicago created Pasadena Lifesavers Yellow Series #2 between 1969 and 1970 using sprayed acrylic lacquer on acrylic. The work was photographed by Donald Woodman. Artcritical published documentation of this piece on September 2, 2016. Chicago's early spray-painted works from this period represent significant experimentation with industrial materials and techniques. The Pasadena Lifesavers series demonstrates her exploration of color and form during a formative phase of her career. These works predate her better-known feminist installations like The Dinner Party. The documentation preserves visual information about this specific artwork. The publication date provides a reference point for when this information became publicly available through artcritical's platform.

Key facts

  • Judy Chicago created Pasadena Lifesavers Yellow Series #2
  • The work dates from 1969-1970
  • Medium is sprayed acrylic lacquer on acrylic
  • Donald Woodman photographed the artwork
  • Artcritical published documentation on September 2, 2016
  • The work is part of Chicago's Pasadena Lifesavers series
  • Chicago was experimenting with industrial techniques during this period
  • This work predates her major feminist installations

Entities

Artists

  • Judy Chicago
  • Donald Woodman

Institutions

  • artcritical

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