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Ripley's artistic approach embodies the essence of various Abstractionist movements, rejecting figurative representation for an emphasis on spontaneity and gesture to convey emotional expression. Like predecessors before him, such as Wassily Kandinsky and Jackson Pollock, Ripley's process is deeply intertwined with music, allowing rhythmic brushstrokes to translate into bursts of color that dance across the canvas.

The use of black gesso as a base provides a stark contrast against which Ripley's vibrant colors can truly pop. The visible splatters and drips serve as tangible …