Ed Ruscha is an American artist best known for his contributions to the Pop Art movement, blending text, imagery, and commercial techniques in his paintings, prints, and photography. His work often explores themes of American culture, urban landscapes, and the power of language. Ruscha’s iconic word paintings, such as "Hollywood" and "Oof", utilize simple phrases and industrial techniques to evoke complex ideas about language, communication, and visual art. His distinctive style reflects a fascination with the ordinary and the mundane, elevating them to the level of fine art. Ruscha studied at the Chouinard Art Institute in Los Angeles and has been a central figure in the contemporary art world since the 1960s.
Represented by: Gagosian Gallery (New York, Los Angeles, London).