Hasselblad Center

Cindy Sherman is an acclaimed American artist best known for her groundbreaking work in photography. Born in 1954 in Glen Ridge, New Jersey, Sherman rose to prominence in the 1970s with her conceptual self-portraits, where she uses her own body to explore identity, gender, and the roles women play in society. Through elaborate costumes, makeup, and prosthetics, Sherman transforms herself into a wide range of characters, often challenging traditional ideas of beauty and the female gaze. Her most famous series, *Untitled Film Stills* (1977–1980), features staged, cinematic images that evoke the feel of vintage movie stills, prompting viewers to question the constructs of film and media. Sherman’s work has been exhibited in major museums worldwide, and she is regarded as one of the most influential contemporary artists.