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JR was born in 1983 in Paris. His moniker is derived from his first name, Jean-René. JR lives and works between Paris, France and New York. His work exists at the intersection of photography, public art, filmmaking, and social engagement. Referring to himself as a photograffeur - a portmanteau of "photographer" and the French word for graffiti artist - JR has described the street as "the largest art gallery in the world".
| Artist nationality | France |
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