Ai Weiwei: artist and activist, known for his political and social commentary
Maya Lin: artist and architect, known for her minimalist and environmentally conscious designs
Robert Rauschenberg: painter and sculptor, known for his mixed media and assemblage works
Cindy Sherman: photographer and conceptual artist, known for her self-portraits and exploration of gender roles
Kara Walker: artist and filmmaker, known for her exploration of race, gender, and power in American history
Jenny Holzer: artist and writer, known for her use of text and language in public spaces
Julie Mehretu: painter and printmaker, known for her large-scale abstract works that explore social and political themes
Laurie Anderson: musician and performance artist, known for her experimental music and multimedia performances