Grant Wood Quotes

A collection of quotes by Grant Wood.

Grant Wood (1891-1942) was an American painter best known for his iconic work "American Gothic" (1930). Born and raised in Iowa, Wood studied art in Minneapolis and Paris before returning to his home state to depict its rural landscapes and the people who inhabited them. His realistic and detailed style, often influenced by Early Renaissance art, captured the essence of American identity during the Great Depression. Considered a prominent figure of American Regionalism, Wood's works celebrate the everyday lives of the Midwest and continue to be widely recognized and celebrated in the world of American art.