The Wandering Impressionist: The Life and Legacy of Frank Coburn Frank Coburn was an artist who believed that the soul of a masterpiece was not found in innate genius, but in the tireless cultivation of one's own vision. Born in the industrial heart of Chicago on July 4, 1862, his early years were shaped by the bustling energy of the Midwest. While he received formal training at the prestigious Art Institute of Chicago, Coburn remained a lifelong student of the world, famously asserting that talent was something to be earned through observation and practice. This humble philosophy guided him…