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Helen Frankenthaler Print Timeline

1960s – Early Experimentation

1961: First lithographs at Universal Limited Art Editions (ULAE)
1967: Creates “First Stone,” her first major lithograph showing her distinctive style
1969: Begins working with Kenneth Tyler at Gemini G.E.L. in Los Angeles

1970s – Woodcut Innovations

1973: Creates “East and Beyond,” a breakthrough woodcut that revolutionizes the medium
1976: Produces “Savage Breeze,” a woodcut showing her mature style
1977: Begins collaborating with Tyler Graphics Ltd.
1978: Creates “Essence Mulberry,” a landmark woodcut print

1980s – Technical Mastery

1980: Produces “Madame Butterfly,” considered one of her masterpieces in woodcut
1983: Creates “Quartet,” combining multiple woodblocks in innovative ways
1987: Develops new techniques for “Tales of Genji” series, combining woodcut with other methods

1990s – Continued Experimentation

1992: Produces “All About Blue,” showcasing her mature color explorations
1994: Creates “Broome Street Series,” experimenting with new printmaking techniques
1995: Develops “The Tales of Genji III,” continuing her exploration of Japanese-inspired themes
1998: Produces “Contentment Island” series, showing her mastery of multiple plates and colors

2000s – Late Career Achievements

2002: Creates the “Weeping Crabapple” series, showing her continued innovation
2005: Produces “Book of Clouds,” combining various printmaking techniques
2009: Final prints include “Japanese Maple” and “Geisha” woodcuts