Margaret Kilgallen was an American artist known for her unique contributions to the street art movement. Born in 1971 in Washington, D.C., she became famous for her large-scale murals and paintings that often featured hand-painted typography and imagery inspired by folk art and American culture. Kilgallen's work celebrated everyday life and the beauty of the handmade. She was a prominent figure in the Mission School art movement, which emerged in the late 1990s in San Francisco. Kilgallen's art often included themes of femininity and empowerment, and she was known for her dedication to creating art that was accessible to all. Tragically, she passed away in 2001 at the age of 33.