Edward Hopper: Painting Realism

Edward Hopper's (1882-1967) work portrays everyday contemporary American life and landscapes in a striking and melancholic way. He often focused on solitary figures and empty spaces, using light and shadow to create a sense of isolation and loneliness. Hopper's early paintings were influenced by Impressionism and Realism, but he later developed his own style that was more spare, moody, yet truthful. This cemented his status as one of the most significant figure in contemporary American Art.