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Quote by Catherine Opie

“...things become mainstream when they become imaged over and over again. Something happens in relationship to ideas of representation that makes it more palatable or digestible.”

Quote by Catherine Opie

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Catherine Opie is an American artist known for her profound depictions of the Los Angeles urban landscape and the LGBTQ+ community. Her work spans photography, video, and installation art, addressing social and cultural issues. more

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