Bridget Louise Riley

Bridget Louise Riley is a British painter best known for her pioneering work in the Op Art movement. Born in 1931 in London, she became internationally recognized in the 1960s for her abstract, geometric paintings that create optical illusions and dynamic visual effects. Her early works were mainly in black and white, using precise patterns of lines and shapes to produce a sense of movement and vibration. Later, she began to explore color, using it in rhythmic and vibrant ways to enhance the visual impact of her compositions. Riley’s art is focused on the viewer’s experience, playing with perception and the mechanics of sight. Her work has been widely exhibited around the world, and she is regarded as one of the most influential artists of the 20th century.