Janet Goldner
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1952 (age 72–73)
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| Born | Janet Goldner 1952 (age 72–73) |
| Known for | Photography, installation, sculpture |
| Website | http://janetgoldner.com |
Janet Goldner is an American visual artist who has exhibited her work widely on four continents. Goldner spends several months in Mali each year and lives and maintains a studio in New York City.[1][2] She has received numerous awards and grants, and her work is in several collections.[3][4]
Goldner's work bridges diverse cultures, and addresses issues of social justice and identity.[5] Her work has been influenced by numerous trips to West Africa, and Mali in particular.[6] Her work was included in the Global Africa exhibition at the Museum of Art and Design, curated by Lowery Stokes Sims.[2] Her Fences & Neighbors installation created on Governor's Island, in New York addresses border issues and migration.[7]
