Vivian Springford

Gentleness as structure

Vivian Springford was an American painter whose work is associated with Color Field and Abstract Expressionism. Influenced by Chinese calligraphy, she developed a technique of staining canvas with layered washes of pigment that radiate outward in organic forms. Her paintings explore balance, flow, and chromatic harmony, revealing quiet emotional depth.

Springford’s work has gained major recognition posthumously.

Vivian Springford was an American painter known for stained color abstractions inspired by calligraphy and organic form.

Vivian Springford was an American artist known for luminous stain-based abstractions blending calligraphic influence and meditative color.

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