Frederic Edwin Church

Frederic Edwin Church was an American painter born in 1826 and active until his death in 1900. He was a prominent figure in the Hudson River School, a movement associated with American Romanticism, known for its dramatic landscapes and emphasis on the sublime in nature. Church's works often depicted grand vistas and exotic locales, reflecting his travels to places such as South America and the Arctic. His notable paintings include "The Heart of the Andes" and "Niagara," which garnered significant acclaim and contributed to the popularity of landscape painting in the United States. Church's legacy is marked by his ability to blend scientific observation with artistic expression, influencing future generations of landscape artists.