Yayoi Kusama

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Yayoi Kusama is a renowned Japanese contemporary artist who works primarily in sculpture and installation. She is also active in painting, performance, and environmental art. Born in Matsumoto, she began creating art at a very young age. She moved to New York City in 1958, where she became a fixture of the avant-garde scene. Her work is characterized by the use of polka dots and repetitive patterns. She has struggled with hallucinations since childhood, which heavily influence her creative output. In 1973, she returned to Japan and eventually checked herself into a psychiatric hospital, where she continues to live and work. Her 'Infinity Mirror Rooms' have become some of the most iconic and popular art installations globally. She has received numerous prestigious awards, including the Praemium Imperiale. Today, she is widely considered one of the most important living artists in the world.