Wayne Thiebaud

artist bio

Wayne Thiebaud is an American painter known for his colorful depictions of commonplace objects—pies, lipsticks, paint cans, ice cream cones, pastries—and his landscapes and cityscapes. He is associated with the Pop Art movement because of his interest in consumerism, although his works, executed through his unique painterly style, predate the movement.

what you'll learn

Studying Thiebaud's work allows students to explore color theory, composition, and the use of light and shadow to create depth and texture. Students can also learn about the influence of commercial art on fine art.