Lyle Ashton Harris

Lyle Ashton Harris

59 · Born: Feb 6, 1965

Personal Details

BornFeb 6, 1965 The Bronx, New York, USA

Biography

Lyle Ashton Harris is a multifaceted American artist whose creative endeavors have encompassed a wide range of artistic mediums, including photographic media, collage, installation art, and performance art, thereby showcasing his remarkable versatility and artistic dexterity.

Harris' artistic outputs serve as a platform for him to thoughtfully engage with and critique societal norms and constructs related to sexuality and race, thereby facilitating a deeper understanding of these complex and often fraught issues.

Furthermore, Harris' work is deeply personal, as he draws heavily from his own experiences and identity as a queer, black man, thereby infusing his art with a sense of authenticity and vulnerability.

Career

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1995
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2021