Roy Lichtenstein (October 27, 1923 - September 29, 1997) was a New York-born artist famous for his Pop Art, but he also created Cubist and Abstract Expressionist works. Lichtenstein’s most famous works, though often centered on recognizable figures, focus on parodying the original image to portray how mass media affects the subject.  He took summer classes at the Art Students League of New York and studied fine arts at Ohio State University, where he taught art for several years after graduating. He taught in several other universities throughout his lifetime as well, including Rutgers University where he was heavily influenced by fellow teacher Allan Kaprow. He has received commendations including the Skowhegan Medal for Painting (1977) and the National Medal of the Arts (1995). Lichtenstein’s work is held in collections such as the Art Institute of Chicago, the Museum Ludwig in Cologne, and the National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.