Joan Mitchell

Painter

Birthday February 12, 1925

Birth Sign Aquarius

Birthplace Illinois

DEATH DATE Oct 30, 1992 (67)

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About

Abstract expressionist artist associated with the New York School and known for her series of "Between" paintings.

Before Fame

She studied at the Art Institute of Chicago before moving to New York.

Trivia

Her work was exhibited at New York's Museum of Modern Art.

Family Life

She married Barney Rosset in 1949 and later had an intense relationship with Jean-Paul Riopelle.

Associated With

She and Willem de Kooning both exhibited their work at the 1951 Ninth Street Show.