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Lorna is a pioneering work of interactive art, exploring themes of isolation, voyeurism, and the construction of identity in the media age. It anticipates many of the interactive features of later digital media and raises questions about the relationship between the viewer and the artwork.

Born: June 17, 1941, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
Nationality: American
Style: New Media Art, Interactive Art, Performance Art
Influences: Feminism, technology, identity politics
Major Exhibitions: "Lorna" (1979-1984), "Roberta Breitmore" (1974-1978), "Agent Ruby" (1998-2002)
Quote: "I'm interested in the ways technology can be used to tell stories and create experiences."
Website: https://lynnhershman.com/

Notable Artwork

Lorna (1979-1984)

Lorna is an interactive video installation that allows viewers to explore the life of a fictional agoraphobic woman named Lorna through a laserdisc player and a remote control. The viewer can navigate through Lorna's apartment, access her diary, and make choices that affect the narrative.