Lorser Feitelson: A Pioneer of California Hard-Edge Painting Early Life and Education Born: 1898 in Savannah, Georgia. Feitelson’s family relocated to New York City shortly after his birth, where he was raised. Details regarding his formal art education are limited, but he developed a strong foundation in artistic principles early on. Move to California and Artistic Development In 1927, Feitelson moved to Southern Californ…