Charles Sheeler: Capturing the Steel and Light of Modern America Born in Philadelphia in 1883, Charles Rettrew Sheeler Jr.’s artistic journey began not with a paintbrush, but with the precision of industrial drawing. His early education at the School of Industrial Art instilled in him an appreciation for form, function, and the burgeoning world of American industry – a fascination that would profoundly shape his later work. This grounding in practical design proved crucial as he navigated the evolving landscape of 20th-century art, ultimately forging a unique style characterized by sharp lin…