Bill Viola
1951–2024

Introduction

William John Viola Jr. (US: VY-oh-lə, UK: VEE-oh-lə; January 25, 1951 – July 12, 2024) was an American video artist whose artistic expression depended upon electronic, sound, and image technology in new media. His works focus on the ideas behind fundamental human experiences such as birth, death, and aspects of consciousness.

Wikidata identifier

Q437616

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Introduction

American video artist.

Country of birth

United States

Roles

Artist, installation artist, video artist

ULAN identifier

500092205

Names

Bill Viola, William Viola

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