Ai Weiwei (/ ˈ aɪ w eɪ ˈ w eɪ / ⓘ EYE way-WAY; Chinese: 艾未未; pinyin: Ài Wèiwèi, IPA: [âɪ wêɪ.wêɪ]; born 28 August 1957) is a Chinese contemporary artist, documentarian, and activist. …

Dec 31, 2024 · Ai Weiwei (born May 18?, 1957, Beijing, China) is a Chinese artist and activist who produced a multifaceted array of creative work, including sculptural installations, …

Jun 20, 2020 · Ai Weiwei ranks among the most prominent and controversial figures in the world of contemporary art. Throughout the 21st century, he has produced a treasure trove of …

Sep 14, 2015 · Ai Weiwei has worked in everything from paint to readymades. As our landmark exhibition examines work from 1993 up to the present day, we take a look at some of the key …

Ai Weiwei is the most famous Chinese artist living today. As an activist, he calls attention to human rights violations on an epic scale; as an artist, he expands the definition of art to …

Sep 16, 2022 · This book traces Ai Weiwei’s art career through the various stages of his life by examining examples of works that embody each of these stages, from Weiwei’s early works in …

Apr 8, 2023 · Ai Weiwei: Making Sense at London's Design Museum explores the 65-year-old artist's work through a design lens.

May 29, 2024 · Over the past several decades, Chinese artist Ai Weiwei has become one of the most important and recognizable names in contemporary art, activism, and politics. He is …

2 days ago · The seizing of Ai Weiwei at Beijing airport by Chinese police on 3 April 2011 must count as the most famous arrest of any artist ever. While the ostensible charge was tax …

Sep 22, 2024 · Ai Weiwei is known for his multidisciplinary approach to art, utilizing mediums like sculpture, photography, film, architecture, and installations. His work often blends ancient …