James Drake
1946–
Introduction
James Drake (born 1946) is an American interdisciplinary and visual artist known for his works across various mediums such as drawing, video, sculpture, photography, printmaking, and installations. Based in Santa Fe, New Mexico, his work examines themes related to the human condition, communication systems, and socio-political issues.
Some of his works include the video installation "Tongue-Cut Sparrows" (1999), which explores issues of language, power, and cultural identity, and the drawing series The Anatomy of Drawing and Space (Brain Trash) (2014), a 1,242-panel exploration of human thought and experience. His work has been featured in exhibitions at institutions such as the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, the New Mexico Museum of Art, the Venice Biennale, and the Whitney Biennial. Drake has received several awards, including Guggenheim Fellowship and National Endowment for the Arts Grants.
Wikidata identifier
Q42291937
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Introduction
Known for his photographs of marginalized people. Included in the 2000 Whitney Biennial. American artist, El Paso, Tex.
Country of birth
United States
Roles
Artist, photographer
ULAN identifier
500114627
Names
James Drake
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