Harold Rosenberg was an influential American art critic, painter, and educator, born on February 2, 1906, in New York City. He is best known for his writings on modern art and his role in the development of the Abstract Expressionism movement. Rosenberg's essays often explored the relationship between art and the artist's experience, emphasizing the importance of the creative process. In addition to his criticism, Rosenberg was a prominent figure in the New York School, a group of artists and writers who shaped the post-World War II art scene. He contributed to various publications and authored several books, including "The Tradition of the New," which helped define contemporary art discourse.