Miriam Schapiro
1923–2015 · Canadian-American · 2 artworks
Feminist ArtPattern and DecorationAbstract ExpressionismFemmageCollageFabric applicationPatterningMixed media
artist bio
Miriam Schapiro was a pioneering feminist artist and a key figure in the Pattern and Decoration movement. She is known for her vibrant and collaged "femmages," which celebrated women's domestic arts and challenged the male-dominated art world.
what you'll learn
Studying Schapiro's work allows students to explore the intersection of art, feminism, and craft, and to understand how personal narratives can be woven into abstract compositions. Students can also learn about collage and mixed media techniques.
