Art is everywhere. You may not realize it, but you probably know a lot more artists than you think. Here's a list of popular artists and their most recognizable work through the years that you will now be able to point out and name, and use to impress your friends.
1. Keith Haring - A graffiti-inspired pop artist most popular in the 80's who used his art for social and political change (one of my personal favorites). His work is often used as logos for businesses and foundations such as Best Buddies.
2. Jeff Koons - A modern day contemporary artist who creates huge sculptures and wild paintings. You might recognize his work from Lady Gaga's Artpop.
3. Edgar Degas - If you ever see any impressionist paintings of Dancers, it's probably Degas.
4. Banksy - With a hidden identity, Banksy is a political activist street artist.
5. James Turrell - If you've seen Drake's Hotline Bling video than you've seen Turrell's work. Although Turrell did not create the set for the video, it's obvious that it was heavily inspired by his work.
6. Roy Lichtenstein - An american pop artist in the 60's.
7. Hokusai - You can find his work on shirts in Urban Outfitters everywhere.
8. Henri Matisse - His bright colors and patterns have inspired many artists and designers for many years.
9. Rene Magritte - A surrealist artist who's work has been used in humorous photoshop pictures
10. Annie Leibovitz - She takes all your favorite pictures of all your favorite celebrities for all your favorite magazines.



















































