Yayoi Kusama - “My art originates from hallucinations only I can see.”

Yayoi Kusama is probably one of the most popular living artists in the world. Her works are well recognized across all sectors of society, and #yayoikusama is consistently trending on Instagram. Fans queue for hours to snap a selfie against the backdrop of her dazzling installations, but few bother to delve into the history or personal background of the artist and what she went through to achieve this success.