Albrecht Dürer (1471-1528) was a German artist and mathematician. In his twenties, he gained a widespread renowned in Europe for his woodcuts, which have since come to be known as “master prints.” His work varied drastically but was often religious in theme. By combining his knowledge of Italian with German humanism, Dürer created a unique body of work. He is regarded as the greatest artist from the Northern Renaissance. In addition to his masterful artwork, Dürer was also thought to be a sympathizer to Martin Luther’s cause during the reformation. Entries in his diary solidify this belief and offer much insight into the religious themes frequently seen in his work. Between his beautiful engravings, provocative paintings, and academic work, Dürer is surely a master, and very accurately embodies the idea of a Renaissance man through and through.