Early Life and Artistic Influences Henry Lee McFee (April 14, 1886 – March 19, 1953) emerged as a pivotal figure in American modernist painting, particularly within the vibrant Woodstock artists colony. Born in St. Louis, Missouri, McFee’s formative years were marked by a disciplined military education at Kemper Military School in Boonville, shaping his dedication to precision and observation—qualities that would permeate his artistic endeavors. A substantial inheritance afforded him access to formal art training at the Stevenson Art School in Pittsburgh, where he honed his skills and absorb…