James Rosenquist

James Rosenquist became well known in the 1960s as a leading American Pop artist. Drawing on his early experience as a billboard painter, Rosenquist culled imagery from print advertisements, photographs, and popular periodicals and recombined these to create mysterious and bold compositions. Utilizing the visual language of advertising, described by the late American curator Walter Hopps as "visual poetry," his work has plumbed questions ranging from environmentalism to female empowerment to issues of globalization. Rosenquist consistently expressed facile talent in painting, collage, drawing, and printmaking.

James Rosenquist’s iconic imagery is recognizable around the world. The familiar topics, items, colors, and themes found in his work resonate instantly.