Francis King: A Pioneer of Color Field Painting Francis King (born circa 1934) stands as a singular figure in the realm of British abstract expressionism, an artist whose distinctive approach to color and composition has cemented his place within the canon of mid-century modern art. While biographical details remain relatively sparse—primarily centered around his formative years spent in Pittsburgh—King’s artistic legacy speaks volumes about his dedication to exploring the expressive potential of pigment itself. His early training encompassed a grounding in traditional realism, notably evid…