Robert Longo is a defining voice in American contemporary art, known for his hyperreal charcoal drawings that dissect the power of images in a media-saturated world. Emerging from the Pictures Generation of the late 20th century, Longo challenged conventional boundaries between photography, drawing, and political critique. His work captures the tension between spectacle and trauma, compelling viewers to confront the images that shape our collective consciousness.

Longo’s influence is reflected in the presence of his work in major permanent collections including the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), the Whitney Museum of American Art, Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), Tate Modern, and the Centre Pompidou. His drawings remain pivotal references for understanding the intersections of image, history, and politics in contemporary art.