Starry Night and the Astronauts

Alma Thomas

Created:
Movement:
1972
Abstract Expressionism
key Notes:
Abstract Expressionism, Celestial Imagery
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Dimensions:
152.4 × 134.6 cm (60 × 53 in.)
medium:
Acrylic on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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Starry Night and the Astronauts by Alma Thomas

Alma Thomas (1891–1978) was an influential African American artist known for her vibrant abstract paintings. Created in 1972, Starry Night and the Astronauts is an exemplary work that showcases her signature use of color and geometric patterns. This painting, made with acrylic on canvas, reflects Thomas's fascination with space exploration, a theme that resonated during the era of the Apollo missions. Her work is significant for its contribution to the Color Field movement and for breaking racial and gender barriers in the art world. Thomas was the first African American woman to have a solo exhibition at the Whitney Museum of American Art in 1972, the same year she created this piece. Her art continues to inspire discussions on abstraction and representation in modern art.

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Starry Night and the Astronauts by Alma Thomas

Created in 1972, "Starry Night and the Astronauts" by Alma Thomas is an acrylic on canvas painting that exemplifies her signature abstract style, characterized by vibrant, mosaic-like patterns. The artwork reflects Thomas's fascination with space exploration, capturing the celestial theme through rhythmic, colorful brushstrokes.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Starry Night and the Astronauts