Thomas Addison Richards

Thomas Addison Richards was an American artist born on December 3, 1820, in London, England, and he passed away on June 9, 1900, in Annapolis, Maryland. Richards was a prominent figure in the Hudson River School, a mid-19th-century American art movement known for its romantic portrayal of the American landscape. He immigrated to the United States in 1831 and later became a significant contributor to the art community as both an artist and educator. Richards served as a professor at the University of Georgia and was a founding member of the American Art Union, which played a crucial role in promoting American art during his time. His work primarily focused on landscapes, capturing the natural beauty of the American South and Northeast, thereby contributing to the national appreciation of the country's diverse environments.