Grant Wood is the American artist known for creating the iconic painting “American Gothic.” Completed in 1930, the artwork depicts a stern farmer and a woman holding a pitchfork, representing traditional American values and rural life. Wood's attention to detail and use of regionalist style highlight the characteristics of Midwestern life during the Great Depression. The painting has since become emblematic, widely recognized and parodied in popular culture. Wood’s contribution to American art extends beyond this piece, influencing generations of artists and shaping the landscape of 20th-century American art.