Sam Francis: 40 Years of Painting
A brief text by Yves Michaud surveys the career of painter Sam Francis. Born in California, Francis came to Paris in 1950, where he began the most austere period of his work, painting sumptuous, nearly monochromatic oil paintings with liquid color covering almost the entire surface. This was followed by an obsession with blue during the Blue Balls period, which ended in 1962, when the artist returned permanently to California.
Key facts
- Yves Michaud wrote a brief text surveying Sam Francis's career.
- Sam Francis was born in California.
- Francis came to Paris in 1950.
- In Paris, he began his most austere period, painting nearly monochromatic oil works.
- His Blue Balls period ended in 1962.
- Francis returned permanently to California in 1962.
Entities
Artists
- Sam Francis
- Yves Michaud
Locations
- California
- Paris
Sources
- artpress —