Japanese avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama, famed for her polka dots, dies aged 97

Renowned Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama has passed away at the age of 97 in Tokyo. A prolific creator until her final days, Kusama is celebrated globally for her psychedelic installations and signature dot patterns, which were inspired by childhood hallucinations. Her studio intends to honor her legacy by continuing to share her art to provide hope and strength to people worldwide.