Alexander John Drysdale, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

Alexander John Drysdale

American painter

Date of Birth: 02-Mar-1870

Place of Birth: Marietta, Georgia, United States

Date of Death: 09-Feb-1934

Profession: painter

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Pisces


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About Alexander John Drysdale

  • Alexander John Drysdale (1870–1934) was an early 20th-century artist who specialized in landscapes of Louisiana using the technique of oil wash, that gave his works a characteristic hazy look.
  • Drysdale made use of this technique by diluting the oil paint with kerosene and applying it to the canvas board with cotton balls.
  • Drysdale was prolific, having painted an estimated 10,000 works.

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