William P. Rayner (Billy Kornbluth): A Painter of American Landscapes Born in New York City in 1930 and passing away in 2018, William P. Rayner – often known as Billy Kornbluth – was a quietly compelling figure in the landscape painting world. His work, characterized by a deep reverence for nature and a subtle yet powerful sense of place, reflects a life spent observing and translating the beauty of the American countryside, particularly the coastal regions of East Hampton, New York, where he established himself as a resident artist. While not always commanding widespread public attention, R…