Renowned psychedelic pop artist Peter Max has passed away at the age of 88, according to a statement from his son, Adam Max. The cause of death was not disclosed. Max was best known for his vibrant, colorful artwork that captured the hopeful spirit of the 1960s "flower power" movement. His career spanned several decades and included a wide range of projects, from postage stamps and the interiors of a Boeing 777 to a Norwegian Cruise Line ship. His artwork also adorned major global events such as the Olympics, the Super Bowl, the World Cup, and the World Series. His subjects ranged from U.S. presidents to pop icons like Taylor Swift. Born Peter Max Finkelstein in 1937 to a Jewish family in Berlin, Max's early life was shaped by the turmoil of World War II. His family fled Nazi Germany when he was an infant, eventually settling in New York City when he was 16. He studied at several art institutions, including the Art Students League and Pratt Institute. In 1961, he co-founded a graphic design studio with friends, which became successful with ad agencies and corporations. However, he closed the business in the early 1970s to focus on his own artistic pursuits. Max’s career was not without controversy. In 1997, he pleaded guilty to tax fraud, concealing over $1 million in income from his art. As part of his sentence, he served time in a work-release program, paid back taxes, a $30,000 fine, and completed 800 hours of community service teaching art in Harlem. In 2015, his personal life made headlines when his second wife, Mary Max, and his son Adam were involved in a public dispute over financial matters and allegations of emotional abuse. Max’s art, known for its vivid colors and positive, peaceful themes, was exhibited in numerous museums worldwide, including seven pieces owned by New York’s Museum of Modern Art. He was friends with the Beatles and many other celebrities, and he played a role in promoting Eastern spirituality in the U.S., bringing "Swami" Satchidananda Sariswati to the country. While he claimed to have contributed to the design of the Beatles’ "Yellow Submarine" album and movie, official credit was given to Heinz Edelmann. Max described his involvement as "early consulting work." Peter Max is survived by his second wife, Mary Max, his son Adam Cosmo, and his daughter, Libra Astro. His legacy lives on through his iconic artwork and the cultural impact he had during the 1960s and beyond.