Josef Albers was a German-born artist and educator, best known for his work in abstract art and color theory. He was a key figure in the Bauhaus movement, which emphasized the integration of art and design. Albers later taught at Yale University, where he influenced many artists through his innovative teaching methods and focus on the perception of color. Albers is most famous for his series of paintings called Homage to the Square, which explores the interaction of colors and shapes. His work emphasizes how colors can change depending on their surrounding hues, making him a significant contributor to modern art and design education.