"I am an African artist and a lot of people tend to forget that because I have white skin. They confuse identity with colour."
Kendell Geers
Kendell Geers, born in Johannesburg in 1968, is a South African conceptual artist whose work delves into themes of violence, politics, and identity. Now based in Europe, Geers employs various media such as sculpture, video, performance, and installation to explore topics like resistance, censorship, and colonial history. His art is known for its provocative and subversive aesthetic, often incorporating symbols and gestures that challenge power structures and authority. Geers’ work has been exhibited in renowned museums and galleries worldwide, affirming his influence on contemporary global art.
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