D. Abstract expressionism exemplifies the use of the elements of art.
Abstract expressionism is a post-World War II art movement that emphasized spontaneous, automatic or subconscious creation. It features a wide range of styles and techniques, including gestural brushstrokes, dripping and pouring paint, and abstraction of form.
The elements of art, which include line, shape, form, value, texture, space, and color, are used extensively in abstract expressionism. For example, Jackson Pollock's drip paintings rely heavily on the use of line and shape, while Mark Rothko's color field paintings focus on the use of color and space. The movement's emphasis on the process of creating art also reflects the importance of the elements of art in conveying emotion and expression through visual means.