Mike Kelley
1954–2012
Introduction
Michael Kelley (October 27, 1954 – c. January 31, 2012) was an American artist whose work involved found objects, textile banners, drawings, assemblage, collage, performance, photography, sound and video. He also worked on curatorial projects; collaborated with many other artists and musicians; and left a formidable body of critical and creative writing. He often worked collaboratively and had produced projects with artists Paul McCarthy, Tony Oursler, and John Miller. Writing in The New York Times, in 2012, Holland Cotter described the artist as "one of the most influential American artists of the past quarter century and a pungent commentator on American class, popular culture and youthful rebellion."
Wikidata identifier
Q543294
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Introduction
Kelley worked in variety of media including video, performance, painting, and sculpture made from found materials. His work often focused on abject subject matter.
Country of birth
United States
Roles
Artist, installation artist, musician, painter, performance artist, photographer, sculptor, video artist
ULAN identifier
500118776
Names
Mike Kelley, Michael Kelley, Mike Kelly
Information from the Getty Research Institute's Union List of Artist Names ® (ULAN), made available under the ODC Attribution License. Accessed October 28, 2024.
