“Ocean Park #70,” created by Richard Diebenkorn in 1974, is an abstract artwork that forms part of the artist’s renowned Ocean Park series, spanning from 1968 to 1985. Crafted using oil, canvas, and charcoal, the piece measures 236.2 x 206.7 cm and belongs to the Color Field Painting movement. It is currently housed at the Des Moines Art Center in Des Moines, IA, US.
The artwork predominantly showcases a series of geometric shapes and color fields that interlock in a complex, meditative arrangement. The use of muted earth tones juxtaposed with sharper, more vibrant colors, creates a layered composition that draws the viewer’s eye across the canvas. Lines of charcoal cut through the painting, adding a sense of depth and structure. The interplay between translucency and opacity encourages contemplation of both the individual elements and the overall tapestry. The painting’s nuanced and harmonious balance of colors and forms reflects Diebenkorn’s skillful manipulation of space, line, and color.
