Influences

I was thinking today about all of the artists that have influenced me in some way over the years.
Of course, the first is my mother- a phenomenal artist- she can take a canvas and some oil paints and create a masterpiece.
But the other artists...I began to think of what might have influenced them (I already know what influenced my mom)
What inspired them to create the paintings we know and love today...we might never know, but I do love trying to imagine...
Who are your favorite artists?
My 10 favorite are:
1. Modigliani
2. Basquiat
3. Twombly
4. Pollock
5. Chagall
6. Schnabel
7. Motherwell
8. Frankenthaler
9. Picasso
10. Matisse
Feel free to list your favorites :)