Sheeler, Charles (1883-1965)
Creator details
- Name
- Sheeler, Charles (1883-1965)
- Nationality
- American
- Biography
- Charles Sheeler was an American painter and photographer born in Philadelphia in 1883. He studied at the School of Industrial Art and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts before moving to New York City in 1908. Sheeler was a leading figure in the Precisionist movement, which emphasized clean lines, geometric shapes, and industrial subjects. He was also a pioneer in American modernist photography, using his camera to capture the beauty of everyday objects and architecture. Sheeler's paintings and photographs often depicted factories, machinery, and urban landscapes, reflecting his fascination with the modern world. He collaborated with the photographer Paul Strand on the film Manhatta, which celebrated the energy and dynamism of New York City. Sheeler's work was exhibited widely during his lifetime, and he received numerous awards and honors. He died in 1965, leaving behind a legacy as one of America's most important modernist artists.
