About
Renowned 19th century American landscape painter who was influenced by the Hudson River School and the Barbizon School. Called the Father of American Landscape Painting and well-known proponent of tonalism.
Before Fame
He worked as a New York City map engraver during his teens. He was mentored by French landscape painter Régis François Gignoux and was enrolled at the National Academy of Design.
Trivia
He won a gold medal at the 1889 Paris Exposition.
Family Life
He was one of 13 children born to Clarissa Baldwin and John William Inness.
Associated With
He and musician Jon Bon Jovi were both born in Newburgh, New York.
