Biography

Peter Max is a German-born American illustrator and graphic artist currently living in New York City. He’s known for his use of psychedelic shapes and color palettes, spectra in his work, and the counter-culture, pop-art-focused nature of his art.

His work has been featured in various popular publications, events, and various museums and galleries worldwide. Examples of his commissions include being the official artist of the 1994 World Cup, painting of the hull art of a Norwegian Cruise Line, and border murals along entry points to the USA from Canada and Mexico.

HIs artwork was featured on CBS’s The Early Show where his “44 Obamas,” commemorating Barack Obama, the 44th President of the United States, was debuted

Harper Collins in 2013 published a book of the artist’s memoirs and thoughts called The Universe of Peter Max