Biography

Richard Bosman, born in 1944, is an American artist renowned for his distinctive contributions to painting and printmaking. His work is characterized by themes of crime, adventure, and disaster narratives, as well as depictions of rural Americana and nature. Bosman is associated with the Neo-expressionist movement that emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s. He was a member of Colab, a New York artist collective, and participated in the influential "Times Square Show" in 1980. Bosman's early works often drew inspiration from pop culture, particularly the dramatic and romanticized imagery found in pulp fiction. Over time, his focus shifted towards creating woodcuts that capture the dynamic beauty of natural phenomena such as turbulent seascapes and volcanoes, along with serene Adirondack landscapes. His art is noted for its expressive brushwork and a unique blend of homage and parody, as described by New York Times critic Roberta Smith. Bosman's ability to infuse his subjects with both power and whimsy has earned him a respected place in contemporary art collections. He continues to live and work in the Hudson Valley of New York State.