Frida Kahlo (1907-1954) was an inspirational Mexican artist who was unapologetically bold and intelligent in a period where women's lights were dimmed and overshadowed. She battled physical and mental adversity to produce unique and beautiful artwork that championed herself and her culture.
By Lydia Patrick
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Chai Jing (1976, -) is a Chinese journalist and environmental activist. She became well known in her country for the documentary she directed denouncing...
William Barak was an elder of the Wurundjeri people of southeastern Australia, whose portrait by Artur Loureiro hangs in the Museu Nacional de Soares...