Richard Diebenkorn was an influential American painter known for his contributions to the Abstract Expressionism and Bay Area Figurative Movement. Born in 1922 in Portland, Oregon, he developed a unique style that combined abstraction with representational elements, often drawing inspiration from the landscapes of California. Diebenkorn's work is characterized by bold colors, geometric shapes, and a sense of light and space. He is best known for his series of paintings titled Ocean Park, which reflect his interest in the interplay between abstraction and the natural world. Diebenkorn passed away in 1993, leaving a lasting impact on contemporary art.