Richard Pousette-Dart: A Landscape of the Soul Born in St. Paul, Minnesota, in 1916, Nathaniel Jermund Pousette-Dart—later known simply as Richard Pousette-Dart—emerged from a family steeped in artistic tradition to become one of the pivotal figures of the New York School of Abstract Expressionism. His journey wasn’t merely a progression through art movements; it was a deeply personal exploration, translating the landscapes and emotional currents of his life onto canvas with an arresting combination of geometric precision and evocative color. From humble beginnings—the son of Swedish immigra…