Winslow Homer, Iconic American Painter, Born 190 Years Ago in Boston
Today marks a remarkable 190 years since the birth of Winslow Homer, one of America’s most celebrated painters from the 19th century. Born in Boston to a father who was always chasing after quick wealth, it was his mother, a gifted watercolor artist, who played a crucial role in shaping his artistic journey by teaching him the fundamentals of painting. Homer’s most fruitful years unfolded in Maine, where he captured the vibrant essence of fishing and maritime cultures. His masterpieces, including The Gulf Stream, The Fog Warning, and Breezing Up (A Fair Wind), have become iconic representations of 19th-century American









