Creator Record
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Shinn, Everett |
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Everett Shinn was an American artist born on November 6, 1876, in Woodstown, New Jersey. He was one of the leading figures of the Ashcan School, a group of artists who sought to portray the realities of urban life in America during the early 20th century. Shinn was known for his paintings, illustrations, and theatrical designs, and he was an important member of the bohemian community in New York City. Shinn began his career as a newspaper illustrator in Philadelphia, where he worked for the Philadelphia Press and the Philadelphia Inquirer. He later moved to New York City, where he continued to work as an illustrator and began to paint scenes of the city's vibrant street life. Shinn's paintings often depicted working-class people, immigrants, and performers, and he was especially interested in the world of the theater. In addition to his painting, Shinn was also an accomplished illustrator, creating illustrations for magazines such as Harper's Weekly and Scribner's Magazine. He was a founding member of the Society of Illustrators and was also a member of the National Academy of Design. Shinn's work was exhibited widely during his lifetime, and he was included in important exhibitions such as the Armory Show of 1913, which introduced modern art to American audiences. Today, his work can be found in the collections of many major museums, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Museum of Modern Art, and the Whitney Museum of American Art. Everett Shinn died on May 1, 1953, in New York City. He is remembered as an important artist of the Ashcan School and as a chronicler of the vibrant and colorful world of New York City during the early 20th century. |
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American |
