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Lichtenstein is one of the most famous modern
artists. His distinct, comic book style makes his work
amongst the most recognizable in pop art. In 1960, Lichtenstein
became an assistant professor at Douglas College at Rutgers
University. It was at this time that he began his work
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Roy
Lichtenstein
(1923 - 1997)
Crying Girl (1964) Lithograph
44.6 x 58.9 cm |
Living
close to New York City, Lichtenstein had many opportunities
to meet with the top pop artists. However, it was a challenge
from his son that so drastically focused his career. Roy’s
son showed him a Mickey Mouse comic book and told him, “I
bet you can’t paint as good as that.” In 1961,
Lichtenstein painted six works featuring comic book characters,
lettering, and speech balloons that would become the hallmark
of his style. Take a look at some of Lichtenstein’s
paintings.
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Wendell
Brooks, a professor at The College of New
Jersey in Ewing, is one of New Jersey’s great
artists. Brooks works in printmaking. His work has
been exhibited at the Smithsonian, the National Museum
of Art, and the African-American Fine Arts Collection. Return
the Buffalo is one of his famous prints.
In
addition to these artists who have gained international
recognition, thousands of other talented artists also
call New Jersey home. It’s just a matter of time
before another New Jersey artist revolutionizes the American
art scene once more. To keep in touch with today’s
art scene, visit the NJ
Arts Council and Discover
Jersey Arts.
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Wendell Brooks
Flying South (1997) Intaglio/Stencil
20" x 26" |
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