Theaster Gates

Installation art, Visual Artist

1973 –

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Who is Theaster Gates?

Theaster Gates is an American Installation artist Social Practice artist. He lives and works in Chicago, Illinois. Gates' work has been shown at major museums and galleries internationally and deals with issues of urban planning, religious space, and craft. He is committed to the revitalization of poor neighborhoods through combining urban planning and art practices.

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Born
Aug 28, 1973
Chicago
Nationality
  • United States of America
Education
  • Iowa State University

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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