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Ellen Lesperance
1971–

Introduction

Ellen Lesperance (born 1971) is an American artist and educator, known for her paintings. Her works are typically gouache paintings that pattern the full-body garments of female activists engaged in Direct Action protests. She is based in Portland, Oregon, and has three children.

Wikidata identifier

Q16213503

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Country of birth

United States

Roles

Artist, graphic artist

ULAN identifier

500355649

Names

Ellen Lesperance

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