"Color is born of the interpenetration of light and dark." - Sam Francis
Abstract expressionist Sam Francis (1923-1994) rose to fame for his vibrant, large-scale paintings characterized by gestural brushstrokes and washes of color. Born in California, his artistic journey began after a spinal injury during World War II. Influenced by Abstract Expressionism and his own emotional turmoil, Francis's work evokes a sense of energy and light.