St. Johns River, New Brunswick, Canada 1951

John Marin’s “St. Johns River, New Brunswick, Canada”, a 1951 ink sketch, demonstrates his signature style of abstraction. The landscape is simplified into bold lines and shapes, capturing the essence of the scene. The composition focuses on the river and surrounding greenery, conveying a sense of depth and movement. Marin's unique artistic voice, developed throughout his career, influenced generations of American artists and transformed landscape painting with its dynamism and expressive energy.