Abstract landscape

Al James Newbill, artist

1921–2011

Abstract landscape, 1963

Where object was made: United States

Material/technique: canvas; oil

Dimensions:
Canvas/Support (Height x Width x Depth): 158.8 x 143.5 cm
Canvas/Support (Height x Width x Depth): 62 1/2 x 56 1/2 in

Credit line: Gift of Al Newbill

Accession number: 1968.0011

Not on display

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Working in pastels and deep blues, Al James Newbill became known for atmospheric, gestural abstract paintings. Although born in Missouri, Newbill grew up in Michigan and later attended the Detroit Institute of Arts. After serving in the Army Air Corps during WWII, he moved to New York City where he continued his art studies. In 1957 he participated in the New York Artists’ Annual Exhibition alongside contemporaries like Robert Motherwell, Willem de Kooning, and Hans Hofmann. Two years later, Leo Castelli, a New York art dealer who played a significant role in shaping the contemporary American art scene, gave Newbill his first solo show. After 15 years in New York City, Newbill turned to teaching, taking various positions around the United States. He finally moved to the regional campus of Ohio State University in Mansfield where he taught until his retirement in 1976.