What is the crucial element of art for sam?

Sam Francis considered color to be the most important element of his art. To him, color and its interactions held much more significance and provided more creative freedom than form or line. Francis's abstract expressionist paintings were characterized by vibrant, gestural brushstrokes and an exploration of the dynamics between different color combinations. Through color, he aimed to evoke emotions and sensations in the viewer, as well as convey a sense of spontaneity and energy in his works.