Death of an Artist Episode 4: Jackson Pollock Inc.
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Jun 7, 2024 
Lee Krasner, an influential abstract expressionist painter and Jackson Pollock's partner, shares insights into their life together. They discuss their move to a dilapidated farmhouse in the Hamptons, where Jackson's creative breakthroughs began. The impact of their rural setting on Pollock's art emerges as a key theme. The tension rises during a chaotic dinner party, revealing struggles with alcoholism. The revolutionary drip painting technique and the dynamic collaboration between Lee and Jackson highlight their complex artistic journey and lasting legacy.
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The Move to Springs
- Lee Krasner and Jackson Pollock moved to a dilapidated farmhouse in Springs, East Hampton in 1945.
- They had to break in because they forgot the key.
Purpose of the Move
- The move to Springs was meant to help Jackson Pollock focus on his art.
- Peggy Guggenheim provided them with a stipend, and Lee envisioned the move as a way to support his development.
Bartering Art
- Pollock and Krasner traded paintings for home repairs from locals.
- At the time, there was little understanding or appreciation of Pollock's art in the community.