Artist and downtown darling, Lucien Smith, dead at 37
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Key Points:
- Artist Lucien Smith, known for his innovative "Rain Paintings" and rapid rise in New York's early-2010s art scene, has died at age 37; the cause of death has not been disclosed.
- Smith gained early acclaim after graduating from Cooper Union in 2011, with notable achievements including solo exhibitions, Forbes "30 Under 30" honors, and multimillion-dollar sales by age 25.
- He later moved to Montauk, distancing himself from the New York art star lifestyle, and focused on supporting emerging artists through his nonprofit Serving the People.
- Smith was preparing for a comeback with a new exhibition, "Delay of Game," showcasing his final four Rain Paintings, but the show’s opening has been postponed as the gallery coordinates with his family.
- Colleagues and gallery owners remember Smith as an influential figure whose legacy will endure, expressing condolences to his family and the art community.
