The American artist is known for working in a variety of media, including collage, sculpture and photography and for his explorations of black history and identity. Here he also makes a foray into choreography, with a collaborative performance piece that draws on ballet and modern dance. Find out more from Aspen Art Museum’s website.
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Untitled Escape Collage (2018), Rashid Johnson. Photo: Martin Parkesian; © Rashid Johnson

Untitled Escape Collage (2018), Rashid Johnson. Photo: Martin Parkesian; © Rashid Johnson

Untitled Escape Collage (2018), Rashid Johnson. Photo: Martin Parkesian; © Rashid Johnson

Untitled Escape Collage (2018), Rashid Johnson. Photo: Martin Parkesian; © Rashid Johnson

Untitled Escape Collage (detail; 2018), Rashid Johnson. Photo: Martin Parkesian; © Rashid Johnson
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