Storm Light
Folinsbee was born in Buffalo and spent time painting in Woodstock, New York with Birge Harrison and John Carlson. By 1916 he and his wife moved to New Hope and the artist joined the group of painters including Redfield, Garber and Spencer. By the 1930s, when this work was executed, Folinsbee’s style experienced another shift. The shimmering impressionists palette of his earlier work was replaced by more dramatic contrasts of light and dark, with use of deeper, more intense colors, as evidenced in this painting. His work became bolder, more unique and, ultimately, more personal.
Questions & Answers
Is "Storm Light" by John Fulton Folinsbee a light or a dark artwork?
"Storm Light" is shadow overall, and its luminance is soft shadow.
Are the colors of "Storm Light" by John Fulton Folinsbee saturated or muted?
The colors of "Storm Light" by John Fulton Folinsbee have a subtle color saturation. Saturation describes how vivid or muted the colors are.
How intense are the colors in "Storm Light" by John Fulton Folinsbee?
"Storm Light" by John Fulton Folinsbee shows a monochromatic color intensity.
John Fulton Folinsbee
American painter John Fulton Folinsbee (Jack) captured New Hope & Lambertville's factories/canals in impressionist scenes. Known for emotive landscapes & Cézanne influence.
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About this artwork
- Title: Storm Light
- Artist: John Fulton Folinsbee
- Year: 1936
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Where to see it: Reading Public Museum
- Main color: Espresso
- Perceived brightness: shadow