Rick Mullin

About the Author

Rick Mullin is a celebrated poet and critic whose work bridges the worlds of art and literature with profound insight and lyrical grace. Drawing from his deep appreciation for modernist painters and the human condition, Mullin's poetry often explores themes of exile, creativity, and the interplay between visual and verbal expression. His debut collection, Soutine, pays homage to the tormented genius of Chaim Soutine, weaving biographical fragments with vivid imagery that captures the artist's raw emotional intensity. A longtime contributor to literary journals and art publications, Mullin has lectured widely on the intersections of poetry and painting. Residing in New York City, he continues to craft verses that resonate with the pulse of cultural history, inviting readers to see the world anew through his discerning eye.