Abstract Expressionist Acrylic Painting by Dale Haessly

This is an original abstract expressionist painting executed in acrylic on canvas by artist Dale Haessly. The composition is characterized by a high degree of impasto, featuring thick, sculpted applications of paint that create a tactile, three-dimensional surface. A prominent vertical purple element bisects the canvas, acting as a central axis for swirling forms and gestural linework. The color palette is vibrant and eclectic, dominated by sunny yellows and oranges in the background, contrasted with cooler blues, greens, and a striking deep purple. Notable features include organic, worm-like shapes, spiraling motifs, and energetic drips, particularly on the right side where black and orange pigments seem to cascade. The work displays a sophisticated use of layering, with translucent glazes combined with opaque, heavy strokes to create depth. The canvas appears to be in excellent contemporary condition with no visible signs of cracking, yellowing, or structural fatigue. The craftsmanship is high, indicating a deliberate and confident application of medium typical of a professional contemporary artist. The style is late 20th to early 21st-century abstract expressionism.