Yayoi Kusama is a famous Japanese artist known for her polka dot motifs. She began incorporating polka dots into her paintings and other artworks at age 10. Despite her parents' disapproval, she was determined to become an artist. Kusama later moved to New York City where she had successful exhibitions and influenced American pop artists like Andy Warhol. Now in her 90s, Kusama continues producing art from her studio in Japan.