Grant Wood’s American Gothic (1930) is a painting that needs no introduction. It’s a deceptively simple work of art—a seemingly straightforward portrait of an old farmer and his daughter ...

Julie Aronson's story of how Grant Wood's iconic "American Gothic" came to be at the Cincinnati Art Museum this fall is a lesson in not censoring yourself while brainstorming. "This is something I ...

Criselda Vasquez, “The New American Gothic” (2017), oil on canvas, 72 x 48 inches (courtesy the artist) Ever since it was first displayed at the Art Institute Chicago (AIC) in 1930 ...

Wood’s inspiration for American Gothic was sparked by a leisurely drive around Eldon, Iowa, one spring afternoon in the company of a young art student, John Sharp. Just outside town, they ...

"American Gothic," which hasn't been in Washington in 40 years, goes on view today at the Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian American Art Museum. By all means, take it in -- although, of course ...

From overlooked roadside attractions to offbeat museums and obscure natural wonders, Local Hidden Gems will showcase some of ...

3. American Gothic’s inspiration was a real and really distinctive home. In the summer of 1930, Wood was visiting Eldon, Iowa, to attend an art exhibition. While there, he was struck by a ...

“Salute to American Gothic” is the theme of this year’s Redlands Festival of Arts, running 10 a.m.-5 p.m. May 24 and 25 in ...

After all, "American Gothic," one of Parks' most iconic images ... the Minneapolis Institute of Art's global contemporary art chair, suggest other styles, including fashion photography, street ...

Grant Wood, one of Iowa's most famous artists, based his iconic 1930 painting, "American Gothic," on a unique home in the small town of Eldon, on the banks of the Des Moines River in southeastern ...