Fierce Poise

Fierce Poise offers a compelling, vivid portrait of Helen Frankenthaler as she rises to prominence in the postwar New York art scene, capturing her artistic breakthroughs, personal journey, and determination to carve out her own identity amid a male-dominated world. Brought to life by art historian Alexander Nemerov, the biography explores her early influences, groundbreaking work, and complex relationships, painting a rich picture of her as both an artist and a woman of fierce resolve.