Amy Sillman
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Amy Sillman

United States • 1955

Biography

Amy Sillman is a highly regarded American artist known for her innovative approach to painting and drawing. 

Born in Detroit, Michigan in 1955, Sillman studied at the School of Visual Arts in New York City. Her work is characterized by a dynamic and expressive style that combines abstraction with elements of figuration and cartoon-like imagery. Sillman's paintings often feature bold, gestural brushwork and vibrant colors, exploring themes of identity, emotion, and the human body. She has also embraced digital technology, incorporating digital drawings and animations into her practice. 

Sillman's artworks have been exhibited extensively, both in the United States and internationally, and she has received numerous honors and awards for her contributions to contemporary art. Her work continues to inspire and challenge conventions within the field of painting.

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The year of birth of the artist is: 1955