György Kepes

Hungarian painter and art theorist

György Kepes - Hungarian painter and art theorist
Born

1906
119 years ago

Died

December 29th, 2001
23 years ago — 95 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Hungary

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A significant figure in the field of visual communication, contributed to the development of modern art education. Established the Center for Advanced Visual Studies at MIT, influencing generations of artists and designers. His artwork encompassed painting, photography, and design, exploring the relationship between art and technology. Authored several influential texts on art theory, emphasizing the importance of visual perception and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Established the Center for Advanced Visual Studies at MIT

Published 'Language of Vision'

Contributed to the Visual Arts and Education Movement

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