Joan Mitchell was an American abstract expressionist painter known for her large-scale, vibrant paintings. She was born on February 12, 1925, in Chicago, Illinois, and grew up in a wealthy family.
Mitchell studied at the Art Institute of Chicago and later at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. She also spent time in New York City, where she became associated with the Abstract Expressionist movement and developed her distinctive style of painting.
Mitchell's paintings were characterized by their bold, gestural brushstrokes and their use of bright, contrasting colors. Her work was inspired by nature, and she often painted landscapes and seascapes in an abstracted form.
In addition to her paintings, Mitchell was also a prolific printmaker and created many works on paper. She was a respected member of the art world, and her work influenced a generation of artists who came after her.
Mitchell lived in France for many years, and died there on October 30, 1992, at the age of 67. Her work can be found in major museums and collections around the world, and she is widely regarded as one of the most important artists of the 20th century.