Birth: January 19, 1954
- Movement: Contemporary Art, Feminist Art
- Cindy Sherman is an American photographer known for her conceptual self-portraits that explore themes of identity, gender, and representation. Sherman often assumes different personas and uses costumes, makeup, and props to transform herself into various characters. Her photographs challenge traditional notions of beauty and femininity, exposing the constructed nature of identity and image-making. Sherman's work has been highly influential in contemporary art and feminist discourse, sparking critical discussions about the portrayal of women in media and society.
( "Cindy Sherman: 'Why am I in these photos?'". The Guardian. July 3, 2016. Retrieved June 9, 2021.)