Mark Bradford

Mark Bradford
Bradford in 2016
Born (1961-11-20) November 20, 1961 (age 62)[1]
Los Angeles, California, US
Alma materCalifornia Institute of the Arts
Known forabstract painting, performance art
Notable workVenice Biennale US Pavilion (2017), We The People (2017), Pickett's Charge (2017), Bell Tower (LAX) (2017), Yellow Bird (2012), Helter Skelter I (2007), Scorched Earth (2006), Los Moscos (2004)
MovementContemporary Art
AwardsNational Academy of Arts and Letters, National Academy of Arts and Sciences, MacArthur Genius Award, US Department of State Medal of Arts, Bucksbaum Award

Mark Bradford (born November 20, 1961) is an American visual artist. Bradford was born, lives, and works in Los Angeles and studied at the California Institute of the Arts. Recognized for his collaged painting works, which have been shown internationally, his practice also encompasses video, print, and installation. Bradford was the U.S. representative for the 2017 Venice Biennale. He was included in Time Magazine’s list of the 100 Most Influential People in 2021.

  1. ^ "Mark Bradford - Interview Magazine". Interview Magazine. 2017-06-12. Retrieved 2018-07-11.