Jeff Koons is an American artist known for his kitschy works, which ironically illustrate the American way of life and its tendency to consumerism. He is also considered an icon of the neo-pop style and recognized among the richest artists in the world. Throughout his career, Koons has expressed himself through the use of a wide range of techniques, such as sculpture, painting, installations and photography, and the use of different materials including pigments, plastic, inflatables, marble, metals and porcelain.