Valerie Jaudon

Valerie Jaudon is known for her contribution to the Pattern and Decoration movement, a feminist art movement that emerged in the 1970s. She is known for her geometric and symmetrical paintings that incorporate intricate patterns and vibrant colors.

Valerie Jaudon was born in Greenville, Mississippi, in 1945.

The Pattern and Decoration movement was a feminist art movement that emerged in the 1970s. It aimed to challenge the dominance of minimalism and conceptual art by incorporating ornamental and decorative motifs in their work. The movement aimed to blur the boundaries between fine and decorative art and often drew inspiration from non-Western cultures.

Valerie Jaudon's work was heavily influenced by art historical sources such as Islamic and Byzantine patterns, as well as Eastern European folk and decorative art. She also drew inspiration from the textile traditions of the Navajo and Zapotec cultures.

Valerie Jaudon's work is included in the collections of many prominent museums and institutions, including the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), the Whitney Museum of American Art, and the Art Institute of Chicago. Additionally, her work is regularly exhibited in galleries and museums internationally.