Newell Convers Wyeth (1882-1945) was an American artist and illustrator known for his realistic and dramatic paintings. Born in Needham, Massachusetts, Wyeth studied at the Massachusetts Normal Art School and later at the Eric Pape School of Art in Boston. He began his career as an illustrator, working for magazines such as Scribner's and Harper's Weekly. In 1911, he moved to Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania, where he established a studio and began painting landscapes and portraits. Wyeth's work often depicted scenes from American history and literature, including illustrations for books such as Treasure Island and Robin Hood. He was also a prolific muralist, creating large-scale works for public buildings such as the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston and the Missouri State Capitol. Wyeth's style was characterized by his use of bold colors and strong contrasts, and his work had a significant influence on American illustration and painting. He died in 1945 in a car accident near his home in Chadds Ford.