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In a previous post, I promised to share sketches and finished paintings. In this post, I've included a few in-between snapshots.

Jackson Pollock is one of my favorite artists. I first learned about him in college and I was immediately mesmerized by his artwork. I remember standing in front of his paintings at the High Museum of Art, in awe of the size and the complexity of the drips and splatters of paint. I loved the layers of paint and I felt pulled into each work of art. Traditional painting wit a brush is fun, but flinging, splattering and dripping paint is particularly enjoyable.

5 things to know about Jackson Pollock

1. He lived from 1912 to 1956.
2. He was born in Cody, Wyoming.
3. He was a major figure in the abstract expressionist movement.
4. He is famous for his action paintings where he dripped, poured, and splattered paint.
5. His real first name is Paul. He changed it to his middle name Jackson when he moved to New York in 1930.

Learn more about Jackson Pollock and paint your own Pollock-inspired artwork at Fun+Art+Wine's Jackson Pollock & Bubbles sessions on November 12th and December 17th.

Also check out this very cool website www.jacksonpollock.org to create Pollock-like digital art.