Ekphrastic

Molly Crabapple is an American illustrator, writer, and activist known for her detailed and intricate artwork that often focuses on social justice issues; making her a prominent figure in contemporary art and activism.

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Tafy LaPlanche believes in portraiture as a vehicle for storytelling. Through her bright, bold, and patterned portraits, Tafy reveals the underlying narratives of those she has encountered throughout her life.

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Titian is considered one of the most versatile and influential painters of the Venetian school. He became one of the leading figures of his time, leaving a lasting impact on the art world that is still celebrated today.

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Martin Krzywinski is a Canadian bioinformatician and data visualization expert. He is known for his work in creating innovative and informative data visualizations. Krzywinski's visualizations often focus on making complex biological data more accessible and understandable to both scientists and the general public.

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Edvard Munch is considered one of the pioneers of expressionism, an artistic movement that sought to convey subjective experiences and emotions through distortion, exaggeration, and vivid color. His innovative artistic style and subject matter challenged traditional conventions and paved the way for several modern art movements.

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Kehinde Wiley, renowned visual artist known for his vibrant and larger-than-life portraits - that celebrate black and brown individuals; challenging stereotypes, and promoting inclusivity.

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Cecily Brown has transfixed viewers with sumptuous color, bold  brushwork, and complex narratives that relate to some of Western art history’s grandest and oldest themes.

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Rene Magritte was a Belgian painter who had a way of making poetic images visible.  He reimagined painting - as a critical tool that could challenge perception and engage a viewer’s mind.

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Judy Bowman - she was raised in Detroit’s Black Bottom neighborhood, and she sees it as her job to tell stories that are reflective of her coming of age experiences.

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Bisa Butler is an award winning African American textile artist. She is known for her vibrantly stunning larger than life sized quilted portraits that captivate viewers around the world.   

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