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Michael J. Byron

Key facts

  • Copyright status: Under copyright
  • Born: 1954, Providence, United States
  • Also known as:
    • Michael Byron
    • Michael James Byron
  • Nationality: United States
  • Art period: Contemporary

The Artistic Journey of Michael J. Byron

Michael J. Byron is an American visual artist who holds a B.F.A from the Kansas City Art Institute and an M.F.A from Nova Scotia College of Art and Design. His diverse practice encompasses work as a painter, printmaker, visual artist, and installation artist. Throughout his career, Byron has engaged with various international art spaces, including a period living and working in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, after participating in the 1989 Whitney Biennial. He currently resides in St. Louis, Missouri, where he served as a professor at Washington University in St. Louis and was the first recipient of the Henry L. and Natalie E. Freund Teaching Fellowship at the Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Art.

Exhibitions and Notable Works

Byron's exhibition history includes significant solo and group shows across the United States and Europe. His early career saw a first one-person installation entitled For the Nun at Artists Space, NYC, in 1982. His work has been featured in several prominent venues, such as:

His conceptual investigations were further developed during his participation in the P.S.1 National Studio Program from 1982 to 1983. Additionally, his Amitin Notebook Project was exhibited at the Contemporary Art Museum, St. Louis, and later traveled to the Blaffer Gallery at the Museum of the University of Texas, Houston.

Questions & Answers

Where can I see Michael J. Byron's artworks in chronological order?

Michael J. Byron's artworks can be seen in chronological order on the artist's Artwork Timeline page.

Where are Michael J. Byron's artworks grouped by art movement?

The movements Michael J. Byron worked in can be seen on the artist's All Movements page, which groups the artworks by movement.

Can I explore Michael J. Byron's works by color spectrum?

The Spectral Index of Michael J. Byron is a page that organizes the artist's artworks by their colors.

What are the birth city and country of Michael J. Byron?

Michael J. Byron was born in Providence, in United States.

Quiz

There is only one correct answer for each question.

Question 1:
In which city did Michael J. Byron live and work for five years after participating in the 1989 Whitney Biennial?
Question 2:
Which institution did Michael J. Byron attend to earn his M.F.A?
Question 3:
What was the title of Byron's first one-person exhibition in May 1982?
Question 4:
In which year did Byron participate in the Whitney Biennial?
Question 5:
Which museum hosted the exhibition 'Cosmic Tears' in September 2009?