Harry McCormick is recognized as a master of realism who has become widely known for his stunning evocation of light and shadow. He is especially reputed for his series of landmark restaurants in New York City where he captures the mood and atmosphere of some of the most interesting dining spots in the city. His paintings are not only illustrative of the city, but portraits of the anonymous citizens that inhabit its canyons. McCormick is especially sensitive to the "climate" of the city and illustrates a re- strained respect for the citizens of New York.