Frank Earle Schoonover: A Brandywine Visionary Frank Earle Schoonover (August 19, 1877 – September 1, 1972) stands as a prominent figure in American illustration and mural painting, particularly recognized for his membership within the influential Brandywine School. Born in Oxford, Pennsylvania, Schoonover’s artistic journey unfolded amidst the burgeoning artistic landscape of early twentieth-century Wilmington, Delaware, where he established himself as a prolific creator of images—more than 5,000 paintings—spanning books, magazines, and public commissions. His distinctive style, characteriz…