Jitterbug, 48" x 60" producing a sense of tension

producing a sense of tension between stability and motion

fleeting but impactful

balanced by blues and illuminated by yellows

Nowak’s ability to use abstraction as emotional language aligns him with color field painters such as Helen Frankenthaler or Morris Louis

The canvas is divided into large

Jitterbug, 48" x 60" producing a sense of tensionSee more paintings from the Vibrant Color Collection. James Nowaks Jitterbug is a dazzling display of rhythm, color, and movement within the Vibrant Color Collection. Its title invokes the energetic swing dance of the early 20th century, suggesting quick steps, improvisation, and playful exuberance. The painting reflects these qualities in visual form, translating music and motion into a kaleidoscope of layered brushstrokes. It is not merely an