Fiona Rae
Scottish painter and contemporary artist
Born
October 10th, 1953
71 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in 1953, a Scottish painter gained recognition for vibrant abstract works that often combine figurative and abstract elements. Studied at the Leeds Polytechnic and the Royal College of Art in London. Became a prominent figure in the Young British Artists movement in the 1990s. Her style incorporates a variety of media, creating layered compositions filled with bold colors and patterns. Exhibited extensively in solo and group exhibitions in leading galleries worldwide. Works are featured in several significant collections, including the Tate and the British Council.
Part of the Young British Artists movement
Exhibited at the Tate Modern
Received the Paul Hamlyn Award for Visual Art
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