Yayoi Kusama

Yayoi Kusama is an iconic artist who often features in the contemporary spotlight. With her “Obliteration Room” now open at the Tate Modern, she remains a leader in the art scene. However, the artist has not had an easy life, and her work often comes from a place of sadness, or even madness. From a mental health institution to a fine art institution, her life is as interesting as her artworks. Here are five facts about Kusama you never knew before…