Ed Ruscha

Ed Ruscha, born in 1937 in Omaha, Nebraska, is an American artist associated with the pop art movement, though his work transcends easy categorization. Ruscha is known for his paintings, drawings, and photographic books that capture the banality and rugged beauty of the American West, with a particular focus on Los Angeles. His use of text and commercial imagery in works like "Standard Station" (1966) and "Hollywood" (1982) has made him a critical figure in post-war American art.