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Alen MacWeeney

b. 1939

Irish born American artist and photographer (born 1939)

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About Alen MacWeeney

Born 1939. Alen MacWeeney is an Irish and American artist and photographer.

Alen MacWeeney (born 1939) is an Irish photographer. MacWeeney is known for his photographs of itinerant Irish Travellers, made during a six-year period beginning in 1965. His work is included in the collections of the Museum of Fine Arts Houston, the Museum of Modern Art, New York and the Art Institute of Chicago.

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Important facts

Born
1939, Dublin
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Artist, photographer
Nationality
Ireland, United States

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Alen MacWeeney?

Irish born American artist and photographer (born 1939)

When was Alen MacWeeney born?

Alen MacWeeney was born in 1939 in Dublin.

What is Alen MacWeeney's occupation?

Alen MacWeeney is an artist and photographer.

What nationality is Alen MacWeeney?

Alen MacWeeney is Irish and American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Alen MacWeeney

· Wikidata: Q43133712

· DBpedia: Alen MacWeeney

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