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Visual arts are protected by copyright, and creation of a derivative work is one of the exclusive rights of the creator.

Grant Wood's "American Gothic" is one of the most parodied and referenced paintings in the world, parody being one of the uses that doesn't require permission. It will not enter the public domain until 2026.

Unfortunately, there is no way to determine if your use is fair or infringing except in court.

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Q: Is Artwork copyrighted example If One uses American Gothic by Grant Wood as inspiration changes faces clothing and some scenary could one be sued?
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