Margaret Keane is an American artist known for her distinctive paintings featuring large-eyed children and animals. Born on September 15, 1927, in Nashville, Tennessee, she gained fame in the 1960s and 1970s. Her work often reflects themes of innocence and vulnerability, capturing the viewer's attention with its unique style. Keane's art was initially credited to her husband, Walter Keane, leading to a legal battle over the true authorship of the paintings. This controversy became widely known and was later depicted in the film Big Eyes, directed by Tim Burton. Today, Margaret Keane is recognized for her contributions to the art world and her distinctive visual language.