5 Revolutionary African Artists Who are Changing the African Narrative

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Julie Mehretu

Artwork by Julie Mehretu. Photo Credit: Art 21

Julie Mehretu (Ethiopian)

Julie Mehretu is an Ethiopian-born contemporary artist known for her thickly coated non figurative paintings and prints. With her large-scale drawings and paintings, she displays a unique technique of layering a wide range of elements and media. Currently she resides in New York City where she runs a studio. Her most popular artwork is Mogamma: A Painting in Four Parts.

Last Edited by:Sandra Appiah Updated: October 5, 2016

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