Vertical: January 1956 1956

Patrick Heron’s abstract painting “Vertical: January 1956”, painted in 1956, is a dynamic composition of vertical brushstrokes in vibrant colors. The piece utilizes bold colors such as red, blue, yellow, and black, creating a visual rhythm that draws the viewer’s eye across the canvas. The use of vertical lines and dynamic brushwork is characteristic of Heron's style, which was influenced by the abstract expressionism movement. This work, held in the Tate Modern, showcases Heron's mastery of color and form, and his exploration of the relationship between abstract painting and the natural world.