Birthdate: May 15, 1930
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Augusta
Jasper Johns is a highly influential American artist known for his significant contributions to postwar art movements such as abstract expressionism, Neo-Dada, and pop art. His iconic works often feature symbols such as flags, maps, targets, letters, and numbers, challenging conventional ideas of representation. Johns has been honored with prestigious awards, including the Golden Lion at the Venice Biennale and the Presidential Medal of Freedom. He is widely respected in the art world and has had a profound artistic influence on collaborators like Robert Rauschenberg. Johns continues to produce thought-provoking art in various mediums and actively supports artistic endeavors through foundations and contributions.
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