Pink Alert 1966

"Pink Alert," a 1966 painting by Jules Olitski, is a vibrant example of Color Field painting. The work showcases a smooth expanse of pink with subtle shifts to yellow and orange in the bottom left corner. Olitski's signature use of airbrushing creates a seamless gradient, blurring the lines between color and form. The thin bands of color along the perimeter of the canvas add a minimalist element, drawing the viewer's eye to the central field of color and emphasizing its spaciousness. Olitski's Color Field paintings are known for their intense color and lyrical abstraction, pushing the boundaries of painting in the mid-20th century.