Unpacked some culture last weekend.

The Whitney Museum of American Art  is showcasing artist Edward Hopper who is widely acknowledged as the most important realist painter of twentieth-century America.

Hopper Self-Portrait 

His vision of reality was selective, predominantly encompassing the streets of New York City and solitary people in commonplace settings.

While he is widely known for his oil paintings, he was equally proficient as a watercolorist and printmaker, composing many trade and magazine covers.

Hopper created subdued drama out of commonplace subjects, inviting narrative interpretations.

Josephine Nivison

His career benefited decisively from his marriage to fellow artist Josephine Nivison who contributed much to his work, both as a model and as a creative partner.

Hooper was interested in the psychological aspects of life and, at times, his melancholic paintings touch the viewing public where they are most vulnerable.

Take the tour:

Edward Hopper’s New York Whitney Museum of American Art. 99 Ganesvoort Street New York City, New York. Open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday 10:30am-6pm, Fridays 10:30am-10pm. Edward Hopper Exhibit runs October 19th, 2022 through March 5th, 2023.