Description: (American Installation Artist)
Robert Irwin was an American installation artist known for his exploration of perception and the conditional in art. Transitioning from painting to installation work in the 1960s, he became a pioneer in the West Coast Light and Space movement. Irwin's site-specific projects, incorporating light and landscape elements, left a lasting impact on the art world. He was recognized with prestigious awards such as a Guggenheim Fellowship and a MacArthur Fellowship, solidifying his place as a significant figure in contemporary art.