In Contemplation of Lines and Scribbles – Cy Twombly’s Beautiful Writing

Powered and informed by calligraphic expressions, Cy Twombly was a key figure that influenced 20th century abstract art. He was best known for his dominating, large-scale graffiti-like abstract compositions of sophisticated scribbles, scrawls, and scratches, which polarized the art world. Twombly, who was also a sculptor and photographer, throughout his long career, had 249 solo exhibitions, while facing criticism and skepticism from those that labeled his artwork and creative process as “silly” and “child-like.” As a key contributor to the Abstract Expressionism movement, Twombly’s art has impacted the art world and influenced contemporary artists and art culture. Read on to learn about the iconic American artist that was loved and loathed by art critics and audiences - www.artdex.com/in-contemplation-of-lines-and-scrib… — #ARTDEX #ARTDEXblog #CyTwombly #contemporaryart #art #abstractart #abstractexpressionism #abstract #calligraphy #scribbles #abstractpainting