Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a gouache drawing by Katherine Porter. It dates from 1984 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Katherine Porter's 1984 drawing, Untitled, is a work on paper that combines ink and gouache. It is part of The Museum of Modern Art's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing features geometric forms and abstract shapes, including a yellow form outlined in red and a dark circle with a spiral. The composition is dominated by jagged black lines and muted grays, punctuated by bold colors.
Technique & Style
Porter's use of thick, uneven brushstrokes and a mix of ink and gouache gives the drawing a rough, expressive quality. The water-based paint and ink allow for bold, vibrant colors and sharp lines.
Artist & collection
Artist
Katherine Porter was an American visual artist. Porter is considered one of the most important contemporary artists associated with Maine. She resisted categorization. Through the medium of painting and drawing her…
