Susan Philipsz

Susan Philipsz
Born
Susan Mary Philipsz

1965
Maryhill, Glasgow, Scotland
NationalityScottish
EducationDuncan of Jordanstone College of Art
University of Ulster
SpouseEoghan McTigue
AwardsTurner Prize
Patron(s)MoMA PS1

Susan Mary Philipsz OBE (born 1965) is a Scottish artist who won the 2010 Turner Prize.[1] Originally a sculptor, she is best known for her sound installations. She records herself singing a cappella versions of songs which are replayed over a public address system in the gallery or other installation. She currently lives and works in Berlin.[2]

  1. ^ "Turner Prize: Susan Philipsz wins with Lowlands Away". BBC News. 6 December 2010. Retrieved 10 December 2015.
  2. ^ Searle, Adrian. "Sound artist Susan Philipsz puts the FBI under surveillance", TheGuardian.com; retrieved 11 April 2014.