Today is Yayoi Kusama's birthday. Kusama is one of the most influential contemporary artists of our time. Her career has been shaped by numerous challenges, including her mother's opposition to her passion for painting and the discrimination she faced both in the male-dominated art world and as a Japanese woman in New York. Despite these obstacles, her resilience and rebellious spirit allowed her to break through and make a name for herself. Her work delves into themes such as the female body, s

22M views · 721 reactions | 87-year-old Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama is celebrated as an avant-garde visionary, known for her iconic polka dot spectacles and immersive environments. She has a history of mental illness and has used art as a form of therapy. Simultaneous exhibitions opened recently in Washington and Tokyo, celebrating her career and the different way she sees the world. | Guardian US | Facebook

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