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Gillian Wearing

Gillian Wearing is a British artist known for using photography, video, and performance to explore identity, everyday life, and personal stories. Her work often involves candid portraits and recordings of people sharing their thoughts or experiences, highlighting authenticity and human complexity. Wearing’s art encourages viewers to reflect on personal and collective identity, societal roles, and the ways individuals reveal or conceal their true selves. She has received international recognition for her engaging, thought-provoking approach that blurs the line between art and real life.