The New York School refers to a group of mid-20th century American artists and poets who emerged in New York City. This movement is characterized by its emphasis on spontaneity, abstraction, and a focus on everyday life. Key figures include painters like Jackson Pollock and Willem de Kooning, as well as poets such as Frank O'Hara and John Ashbery. The New York School is often associated with the broader Abstract Expressionism movement in visual art and the New York School of Poetry. Artists and poets sought to break away from traditional forms, embracing a more personal and immediate style that reflected the dynamic energy of urban life.