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Roger Higgins

Roger Higgins was an American artist who made significant contributions to the abstract expressionist movement. Born in Los Angeles in 1908, he developed a unique style that utilized bold colors and broad strokes to express emotion and create tangible visualizations of intangible feelings. Higgins was known for his experimentation with inks, which he used to create a range of effects and textures in his work. Throughout his career, Higgins created over 10,000 works of art, including the renowned pieces “The Dance of the Sun” and “The Golden Morning”. His work had a significant influence on modern art, and he is considered a leading figure in the abstract expressionist movement. His works are in the permanent collections of numerous renowned galleries, as well as the permanent collections of several major museums. In addition to his artistic pursuits, Higgins was also a respected teacher and mentor. He taught at a number of institutions throughout his career, including the Art Students League of New York and the Pratt Institute. His teaching style was known for its emphasis on experimentation and exploration, and he encouraged his students to take risks and push the boundaries of their own creativity. Higgins passed away in 1997, but his legacy lives on through his art and the many artists he inspired. His work continues to be celebrated and studied by art enthusiasts and scholars around the world.

Roger Higgins, American artist, abstract expressionist, inks, “The Dance of the Sun”, “The Golden Morning”, teacher, Art Students League of New York, Pratt Institute, legacy

— Jonathan Lewis

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Roger Higgins

Roger Higgins was an American artist born in 1908 in Los Angeles. He was renowned for his works in the abstract expressionist style, in which he used bold colors and broad strokes to express emotion and create tangible visualizations of intangible feelings. He developed a unique method of working with inks, and spent much of his later career experimenting with this medium. He was a prolific artist, creating over 10,000 works in his lifetime, including the renowned pieces “The Dance of the Sun” and “The Golden Morning”. He was a leading figure in the abstract expressionist movement and his work had a significant influence on modern art. His works are in the permanent collections of numerous renowned galleries, as well as the permanent collections of several major museums.

Roger Higgins, American artist, abstract expressionism, oil painting, ink works

— Mei Wang


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