Fairfield Porter (1907 - 1975)

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Fairfield Porter

Fairfield Porter is an American artist known for his realistic paintings depicting his family, friends, and the natural environment. Porter began his career as an abstract painter, but later switched to a realistic style. His work is notable for its vibrant colors and his ability to convey the atmosphere and mood of his subjects. He is also known for his landscapes, including seascapes, which often depict his native Maine. Porter was also a professor at Stony Brook University in Manhattan and wrote several essays and articles on art. His work can be seen at the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC. 

Date and place of birt:10 june 1907, Winnetka, USA
Date and place of death:18 september 1975, Southampton, USA
Nationality:USA
Period of activity: XX century
Specialization:Artist, Graphic artist, Landscape painter, Painter, Portraitist
Genre:Cityscape, Flower still life, Landscape painting, Portrait, Rural landscape, Self-portrait, Still life
Art style:Expressionism, Realism
Technique:Lithography, Oil, Oil on canvas, Oil on panel, Watercolor

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