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Thursday, February 3, 2011

JOAN MITCHELL



Though I am intrigued and inspired by all art media, I have an undeniable affinity toward painting, specifically Abstract Expressionism. I've always been fascinated by the work of Joan Mitchell, one of few female artists (along with Helen Frankenthaler, Lee Krasner, and Grace Hartigan) whose work was recognized during an artistic period defined by male bravado.



I developed a deep appreciation of her work during my undergraduate painting studies and an internship at the Joan Mitchell Foundation. The painterly print of these leggings immediately set me on course to yet another Mitchell-inspired outfit.



As a young girl, Mitchell (1925-1992) excelled in figure skating. After an injury rendered her unfit to skate, she turned to painting as her mode of expression. Many critics have compared her visceral brushstrokes to the imprint of skates on the ice.



Though many Abstract Expressionist artists denied any kind of representation, Mitchell openly portrayed landscape through her large, colorful canvases.


As a fixture at the Cedar Tavern, along with Willem de Kooning, Franz Kline, Mark Rothko, and Jackson Pollock, Mitchell was really at the core of Abstract Expressionism before she moved to Vétheuil, Monet's home, for the duration of her life.



The Joan Mitchell Foundation now exists to support art education for underprivileged youths and provide teaching jobs and grants to working artists. Find out more about the Foundation and its programs here.


To balance out the Mitchell-esque print of the leggings and tee, I simply added a few bright solids and neutral accessories.



This Burton snowboarding under armor has to be the warmest, most versatile thing in my wardrobe. Though I do not participate in any winter sports, I can definitely appreciate a good warm layer in the winter months!



I'm wearing an H&M sweater dress, Burton Dry Ride thermal leggings and crewneck, a vintage braided leather belt, AE scarf, Marc bag, and Zigi SoHo suede boots.



[Mitchell images from stevenalexanderjournal.blogspot.com, kimmco.typepad.com, writingaboutart.wordpress.com, and benandalice.com, respectively.]

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36 comments:

  1. Baby Budget BlogFebruary 4, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    Ahhh...my color inspiration : ) I LOVE THAT BLUE! The leggings and thermal are so funky! Love how you styled this (especially the addition of the green plaid scarf)!

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  2. MichaelaFebruary 4, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    I love your leggings and the way you use colour!
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  3. Eugenia WoodsFebruary 4, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    I am in love with that under armor! Abstract Expressionism is my favorite, too. I love Jackson Pollock.
    Have a great weekend!

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  4. For The Love Of Fashion And Other ThingsFebruary 4, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    So stylish you! :)
    XX

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  5. Cinnamon WrenFebruary 4, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    Wow, I love the painterly and plaid mix!
    Adding in the Abstract Expressionism made for a great post as well!
    Great style!

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  6. MeganFebruary 4, 2011 at 12:34 PM

    Who knew thermals could be so flippin stylish? That print is TDF. So pretty. If I could go back in time - any time - I'd go back to the Cedar Tavern when they were all hanging out there, arguing and getting drunk. What an exciting time to be a part of, you know?

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  7. AnitraFebruary 4, 2011 at 2:18 PM

    Arie, I LOVE the bright colors!!! You do such an AWESOME job coordinating your outfits with paintings. I don't know how you do it!!! and.............I see you are using "my" green purse. Don't forget who your favorite aunt is when handing down the most awesome green purse ever made!!!!!!! LOLOLOL
    Love Ya!

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  8. My Heart BloggedFebruary 4, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    I love the tights, and thermal they are so colorful. I bet they are really warm too. I love green, and blue together it's a nice break from all the black I'm seeing.
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  9. SheilaFebruary 4, 2011 at 3:32 PM

    Love the tights and top - they remind me of my painting rags (in a good way). :)

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  10. MonikaFebruary 4, 2011 at 4:36 PM

    Amazing powerful&colorful outfit:)

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  11. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    oh, it's really great idea with these leggings and crewneck! and I love this shade of blue soo much...:)

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  12. nooneFebruary 4, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    I love those tights you are wearing! they are so unique. you have a great blog, I'm your newest follower! :)

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  13. Katharine E.February 4, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    Brilliant, Ariel. Thank you for introducing me to another painter whose work I did not know. The colors and dynamics in these prints are wonderful, I especially like the second. Your outfit complements these beautifully. Love the tights and the bright blue sweater, green purse, and the blue and green mixed together in the scarf. Sublime. Nice pictures in the woods too.

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  14. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2011 at 6:32 PM

    This might be one of my favorite of your looks, Ariel. It's beautiful, with each piece perfect. I don't know how you do it--but I'm in awe.

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  15. AnisaFebruary 5, 2011 at 12:23 AM

    I love that you're able to make under armour fashionable! It looks great and you look warm, win win win for all!

    xxAnisa

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  16. Fashion Confessions of a MommyFebruary 5, 2011 at 1:13 AM

    I just love this outfit. The matching leggings and top is so crazy but somehow you make it work brilliantly and it definitely resembles your inspiration.

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  17. Jazzy E (Hivenn)February 5, 2011 at 4:39 AM

    Amazing as always. x hivennn

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  18. cipFebruary 5, 2011 at 6:32 AM

    lovelove those leggings and boots. wonderful colours (:

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  19. * WOLF STYLE *February 5, 2011 at 6:42 AM

    fabulous...great eye...
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    gabriela
    have a great weekend

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  20. Stiene SaenenFebruary 5, 2011 at 2:56 PM

    Amazing combination! I love it :D x

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  21. kFebruary 5, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    those are SO fun

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  23. Madeline WeberFebruary 5, 2011 at 10:59 PM

    love the pants!

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  25. Luna TigerFebruary 6, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    your leggings are beautiful ! I love the way you melt art and clothes, I'm very sensitive to that !
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  26. cecylia.comFebruary 7, 2011 at 12:33 AM

    wow did you paint them ourself?! I love them!! I love your blog- following already:)

    Come and see my colourful pants too :)

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  27. la petite fashionistaFebruary 7, 2011 at 2:29 PM

    love your outfit posts because they bring such an artful eye to each look! i can definitely see the vision behind these. the leggings are perfectly inspired, and I love that you weren't afraid to layer bold color & print over them!

    fantastic as usual!

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  28. DariaFebruary 7, 2011 at 5:46 PM

    beautiful outfit! full of colour, as usual :)

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  29. The Merry TravellerFebruary 8, 2011 at 5:53 AM

    I am ready to sprout some poetry when I saw you in this outfit! Gorgeous leggings, you brought the woods some life!

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