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Grant Wood
Grant DeVolson Wood (1891-1942) was an American painter. He was well known for his paintings, particularly American Gothic (1930) depicting the rural American Midwest. It was an iconic painting of the 20th-century in American art.
His life:
Grant DeVolson Wood was born on February 13, 1891, in Anamosa, Iowa, United States. His mother's name was Hattie Weaver Wood, and his father's name was Francis Mayville Wood. He had three siblings, and among them, he was the second child. In rural Anamosa, Iowa, he spent most of his childhood. Unexpectedly, his father died when he was only ten years old. After that, they moved to Cedar Rapids, where he worked on the farm and inspired his artistic career. His perspective was different from other artists as he used life of simple pleasures in tune and mythical memories of boyhood in his art.
In 1905, he joined the Cedar Rapids public schools, enhancing his interest in painting and drawing. At this time, he submitted his artworks and also won third place at a national competition. Also, he was considered to be a professional artist.
His training and Education:
After that, he shifted to Washington High School in 1906, where he got more opportunities to explore his artistic talent. Here, he got a life-long friend whose name was Marvin Cone. Both started working together as a volunteer at the Cedar Rapids Art Association, stage designing for local theaters, guarding galleries, and installing exhibitions. Through his work, he got many experiences, and later, he took interior decorating projects and school yearbooks. He continued this till the year 1930.
Next, he moved to Minnesota, where he wants to pursue a summer course at the Minneapolis School of Design and Handicraft. Here, he met Ernest A. Batchelder, a prominent proponent of the Arts and Crafts movement. From him, he learned many things. After this, he joined a life drawing class at the University of Iowa. Later, he moved to Chicago in 1913 to take night classes at the Art Institute and started a business but failed. Then, he took the financial responsibilities of working as a decorator and many others.
His Famous and Notable works:
Grant DeVolson Wood took his last breath on February 12, 1942, in Iowa City, United States. At that time, he was at his 50 age. His epic contribution to American art was tremendous.