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“I knew what I was doing, but I never really considered the magnitude of how my images were transformative to people.”

Quote by Mickalene Thomas

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Mickalene Thomas

Mickalene Thomas is a visual artist known for her unique painting style and reinterpretation of female images. Her works often blend various art forms, including collage, painting, and sculpture, to explore social issues such as race, gender, and identity. more

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