Jean michel basquiat
Jean Michel Basquiat was a graffiti artist and transitioned over to gallery art later in his career. His cultural background was influential to his art and shown in his paintings.
Winslow homer
Winslow Homer was a master waterpainter and oil painter. He began his career working for various companies that bought his works. He soon became a more independent artist. Throughout his life, he painted landscapes about the rural life and about the life out at sea.
Romare Bearden
Romare Bearden is well known for his collages and experimenting with various styles of art. He became influenced by jazz and literature from growing up during the Harlem Renaissance.