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Mark Bradford is a prolific American visual artist whose expansive collaged paintings and multidisciplinary installations explore race, class, and urban life. Born November 20, 1961, in Los Angeles, Bradford has transformed everyday materials—endpapers from hair salons, posters, maps, and other paper-based media—into dense, layered surfaces that invite reflection on social structures and community identities. His practice extends beyond traditional painting into sculpture, video, and public art projects, making him a leading figure in contemporary art.