Ben Nicholson (1894-1982)
Was an artist who was a leading figure in the modernist movement. He was born in England and lived and worked in both Britain and Europe throughout his life. Nicholson's work is characterised by his use of simple shapes and subtle colour combinations to create abstract compositions. He was also known for his reliefs, which often incorporated wood and other natural materials. Nicholson's work had a major influence on the development of modern art in Britain.
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Ben Nicholson | Distant Planes 1955 - 1979 - Piano Nobile
Barbara Hepworth (1903-1975)
Was a British sculptor and one of the leading figures in the modernist movement. She was born in England and spent much of her life in St Ives, Cornwall. Hepworth's work is characterised by abstract forms and the use of organic shapes and curves. She was known for her use of materials such as marble, bronze, and wood, and her pieces often incorporated negative space and voids. Hepworth's work had a major influence on the development of modern sculpture and continues to be highly regarded today.
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Barbara Hepworth: freedom and form - Financial Times
Patrick Heron, (1920-1999)
Was a British painter and writer who was associated with the abstract expressionist movement. He was born in England and spent much of his life in St Ives, Cornwall.
Heron's work is characterised by his use of vibrant colour and bold brushstrokes. He was known for his large-scale abstract paintings, which often featured complex geometric patterns and bold contrasts of colour. Heron's work had a major influence on the development of abstract expressionism in Britain and continues to be highly regarded today.
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Discover Patrick Heron An Insight To The Abstract Artist - Turner Contemporary
Naum Gabo (1890-1977)
Was a Russian Constructivist artist & sculptor known for his abstract works. He lived in St Ives, Cornwall for several years, where he was part of the artistic community and created some of his most important work. Gabo's pieces featured the use of materials & techniques to create dynamic sculptures. His influence continues to be important in modern art history. Gabo lived in Russia, Europe & the US throughout his life.
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Naum Gabo - Esperanza Muino
Wilhelmina Barns-Graham (1912-2004)
Was a Scottish artist, she spent much of her life in St Ives and her work is characterised by the use of colour and her focus on abstract form. Barns-Graham was known for her abstract paintings which often incorporated geometric shapes and strong contrasts of colour. She was a pioneering female artist who had a major influence on the development of abstract expressionism in Britain and her legacy continues to be highly regarded.
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Wilhelmina Barns-Graham: Inspirational Journeys - RWA Bristol
Roger hilton (1911-1975)
He was known for his abstract and semi-abstract paintings and his use of bright, bold colours. Hilton's work often incorporated loose brushwork and a spontaneous, gestural style. He was considered a pioneering figure in British abstract art and his work continues to be highly regarded today. Hilton's life was marked by personal and artistic struggles, including periods of mental illness, but his unique vision and approach to art have made him an important figure in the history of modern art in Britain.
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Lines on Roger Hilton's Watch - pjsh4
The St. Ives School
The St Ives School was a group of artists who worked in the seaside town of St Ives during the first half of the 20th century. These artists were known for their modernist approach to landscape painting, often using abstract and cubist techniques to convey the rugged beauty of the Cornish coast.
Here is a list of some associated artists: