The Many Faces of Ed McGowin: A Journey Through Identity and Form In the vast tapestry of American art, few figures possess a legacy as delightfully labyrinthine as Ed McGowin. Born in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, in 1938, McGowin emerged from the deep-rooted traditions of the American South to become a pioneer of conceptual exploration and sculptural innovation. His early years were shaped by the landscapes of Mississippi and Alabama, p…