Urban Art Legends
Author | : | |
Rating | : | 4.29 (917 Votes) |
Asin | : | 1910552054 |
Format Type | : | paperback |
Number of Pages | : | 128 Pages |
Publish Date | : | 2017-07-17 |
Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
KET is a world-renowned graffiti artist based in New York, as well as a writer, lecturer, graffiti historian, producer, publisher and painter. His photos and graffiti have been published and exhibited internationally.
B.J. De Guzman said Great mix of current and foundational artists. If you take your street art/culture library seriously, then this book deserves a serious look from you. Especially since it makes sure to highlight current street art icons and the graffiti artists that paved they way for them.. Interesting look at a collection of artists who began as sharon burton Interesting look at a collection of artists who began as graffiti artists and went on to the big league. Full of very colorful photos of their work. I had no idea graffiti was so widespread outside the US.
About the AuthorKET is a world-renowned graffiti artist based in New York, as well as a writer, lecturer, graffiti historian, producer, publisher and painter. His photos and graffiti have been published and exhibited internationally.
Alongside selections of their artwork, KET explores their mediums, methods, and backgrounds, and why they've chosen to challenge classical ideas of art to convey messages about urban culture. Far from being viewed as mindless vandalism, graffiti, or urban street art, has become prized as a highly valued and socially relevant art form. With photographs, biographies, and commentary by KET, this is the perfect companion for modern art fans who would like to learn more about their favorite street artists and discover new ones, and anyone wanting to learn more about this vibrant, exciting, and constantly evolving art form.. From well-known names such as Banksy, Shepard Fairey, and Blek le Rat to superstars of the underground movement, these are artists who have moved far away from the cliched lettering and tags to develop individual styles that reflect and critique modern life. Renowned graffiti artist KET looks at 38 of the most influential urban artists from around the worldFrom being spray-painted onto walls and trains, to enjoying acclaim in galleries and museums, the graffiti movement has changed. Renowned graffiti artist KET selects 38 of the most influential and pioneering urban artists from around the world who have driven this transformation