Happy Birthday Happy Birthday Roberta Joan Mitchell (née Anderson; born November 7, 1943) is a Canadian and American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and painter. As one of the most influential singer-songwriters to emerge from the 1960s folk music circuit, Mitchell became known for her personal lyrics and unconventional compositions, which grew to incorporate elements of pop, jazz, rock, and other genres. Among her accolades are eleven Grammy Awards, and induction into the Rock and Rol

Joan Mitchell’s paintings from 1960–65 reveal a radical evolution in her practice, shaped by time on the Côte d’Azur. Explore this landmark exhibition, now on view in New York. | David Zwirner

Joan Mitchell: A Visionary Abstract Expressionist Joan Mitchell (1925–1992) was a pioneering figure in Abstract Expressionism, known for her bold, gestural brushwork and vibrant use of color. A contemporary of artists like Jackson Pollock and Willem de Kooning, Mitchell carved out her own unique space in the male-dominated art world. Early Life and Influences Born in Chicago, Mitchell was deeply influenced by the Impressionists, particularly Claude Monet. She studied at the School of the Art Ins