Steven Alan Kaufman (also known as Steve Kaufman, December 29, 1960 – February 12, 2010) was an American pop artist, fine artist, sculptor, stained glass artist, filmmaker, photographer and humanitarian. His entry into the world of serious pop art began in his teens when he became an assistant to Andy Warhol at The Factory studio, who nicknamed him "SAK". Kaufman eventually executed such pieces as a 144-foot-long canvas which later toured the country.
Kaufman worked with Andy Warhol at his Factory until 1989, when he opened his own studio in New York. Kaufman was particularly interested in the artistic effect produced by using images of icons such as Marilyn Monroe, James Dean, Elvis Presley, and John F. Kennedy. He also incorporated historical figures such as Beethoven, Mozart, or Shakespeare, and presented them like stars of today. Kaufman embellished his limited editions in an innovative way that endowed each print with a unique design. Today, Kaufman’s work is included in many major collections including the Amsterdam Museum, the Andy Warhol Foundation, and the Saatchi Collection. He also founded a charity, Give Kids A Break.