Eric Fischl
Eric Fischl, born in 1948 in New York City, is an American painter, sculptor and printmaker known for his work focusing on the dark undercurrents of suburban life in the United States. Fischl's paintings often depict intimate, emotionally charged scenes that explore themes of sexuality, personal conflict, and social tension. His notable works from the early 1980s, such as "Bad Boy" and "Sleepwalker," have been pivotal in reinvigorating figurative painting in contemporary art. Fischl's contributions to art have been recognized with numerous exhibitions worldwide, establishing him as a significant figure in American neo-expressionism.