Lee Krasner was an American abstract expressionist painter and collage artist. She was born in Brooklyn, New York in 1908 and is considered one of the leading figures of the New York School of painting. Krasner was married to fellow abstract expressionist Jackson Pollock and was a major influence on his work. She is known for her bold use of color and her unique style of abstract expressionism. Krasner's works are held in many major museums around the world.