Andy Warhol is a name everyone recognizes — yet not everyone understands why his work provoked such intense reactions. His iconic images of Marilyn Monroe, the legendary Campbell’s Soup Cans, and other symbols of mass culture captivated audiences with their simplicity and accessibility. But for many critics, this simplicity felt almost offensive. They believed Warhol had traded true artistic talent for money and fame, turning art into a commercial product. He was accused of banality, superficial