Despite a tragic death at the age of 36, Cuban-American artist Ana Mendieta has left a mark on the history of performance art forever. Trying to overcome the feeling of disconnection caused by experiencing diaspora at an early age, she acted out hundreds of subtle yet powerful interventions within nature that questioned Western gender roles and beauty standards.
 Learn more about the artist whose works perfectly capture the spirit of the ’70s art world in this ultimate guide to her life and works.