Andrew Wyeth died at the age of 91. He was the youngest son of the famous illustrator/painter N.C. Wyeth (illustrated Treasure Island). Perhaps Wyeth's most famous work is Christina's World, above. Using tempera paint instead of oils, his paintings tend to have a more tactile feel. Apparently his father, who taught him, didn't care for the darker color schemes and melancholy subject matter. After N.C. died in a tragic accident, Andrew's work only grew darker. Andrew denied that his work was dark; he considered it more contemplative.
Andrew's sister, Carolyn, was also a successful painter. His son, Jamie, is a well-known painter in his own right. It's nice to think that the Wyeth legacy will live on through his son's work.
Obit here on MSNBC.
