Elizabeth Murray (artist) facts for kids
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Elizabeth Murray
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| Born | September 6, 1940 |
| Died | August 12, 2007 (aged 66) |
| Nationality | American |
| Education | School of the Art Institute of Chicago Mills College |
| Known for | Painting, printmaking |
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Notable work
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Do the Dance, Children Meeting, Painters' Progress, Careless Love, Blooming |
| Spouse(s) | Don Sunseri (div 1973) Bob Holman (1982–2007; her death) |
| Awards | MacArthur Foundation Grant, Larry Aldrich Prize |
Elizabeth Murray (born September 6, 1940 – died August 12, 2007) was an American painter and printmaker. She was known for her unique and colorful paintings. Her art often featured canvases that were shaped in unusual ways, not just plain rectangles.
Elizabeth Murray's artworks are displayed in many famous museums. These include the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City and the Art Institute of Chicago. She was a very important artist of her time.
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Growing Up and Art School
Elizabeth Murray was born in Chicago, Illinois. Her parents were Irish-Catholic. Her mother wanted to be an artist and encouraged Elizabeth to paint.
After high school, Elizabeth went to the School of the Art Institute of Chicago in 1958. She earned her first art degree there in 1962. Later, she got her Master of Fine Arts degree from Mills College in 1964. While studying, she was inspired by artists like Paul Cézanne and Robert Rauschenberg.
Starting Her Art Career
Elizabeth Murray taught art at Daemen College from 1965 to 1967. In 1967, she moved to New York City. This city was a big center for art.
She first showed her work in 1971 at the Whitney Museum of American Art. One of her early important paintings was "Children Meeting" (1978). This painting used shapes, colors, and lines to show feelings or personalities. Elizabeth Murray became famous for her paintings on canvases that were not square or rectangular. These canvases often looked like puzzle pieces or cartoon shapes.
Awards and Special Recognition
Elizabeth Murray received many honors for her art. In 1998, she became a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. In 1999, she won a MacArthur Fellowship. This is a special award given to talented people.
In 2006, the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City held a big show of her art. This show looked back at her 40-year career. The New York Times newspaper praised the exhibition. They said it showed an artist who was very skilled and still exploring new ideas. At that time, Elizabeth Murray was one of only five female artists to have such a large show at MoMA.
Her Family Life
Elizabeth Murray married sculptor Don Sunseri in 1963. They had one son named Dakota. Later, they divorced.
Elizabeth then married Bob Holman, a poet, in 1982. They had two daughters, Sophia and Daisy. Elizabeth and Bob lived in New York City and also had a farm. They stayed together until Elizabeth's death.
Later Years and Legacy
Elizabeth Murray passed away in 2007 due to lung cancer. The New York Times wrote that she changed modern art. She used fun, cartoon-like shapes to explore ideas about home life and relationships.
After her death, a special project was started in her honor. It's called the "Elizabeth Murray Oral History of Women in the Visual Arts Project." This project records the stories of other women artists. It helps to remember Elizabeth Murray and her impact on the art world.
Film About Her Life
A film about Elizabeth Murray's life and art was made. It is called Everybody Knows...Elizabeth Murray. The film was first shown at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2016.
See also
In Spanish: Elizabeth Murray (artista) para niños
