Lorraine O'Grady
American conceptual artist and writer
Born
1934
92 years ago
Died
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An artist and writer active in contemporary art, specialized in performance and conceptual practices. O'Grady gained recognition for exploring themes of race, identity, and feminism in art. Key works included the performance piece 'Art Is...,' which highlightedAfrican American women's experiences in the art world. Contributions to various exhibitions took place, including participation in the Whitney Biennial and the Venice Biennale. O'Grady's work also spanned writing, where essays and critiques examined intersections of art, culture, and politics.
Created the performance piece 'Art Is...'
Participated in the Whitney Biennial
Contributed to the Venice Biennale
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