Description: (Poet)
Frank O'Hara was a significant American writer, poet, and art critic renowned for his impact on New York City's art scene. He played a vital role as a curator at the Museum of Modern Art and was a central figure in the New York School, a collective influenced by diverse art movements. O'Hara's poetry is known for its intimate and journal-like style, frequently blending jazz, surrealism, and contemporary culture. His poetry sought to convey the spontaneity of existence and create a bond between the poet and the audience.