Arte del Pueblo: The Outdoor Public Art of San Antonio

Arte del Pueblo is a visually stunning and poetic exploration of public art in San Antonio, Texas, featuring five genres of art in various styles and 11 of the 190 artists featured. It covers the city's multicultural heritage and offers self-tours to appreciate the artwork.

Format: Hardback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 28 October 2022
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing Ltd

Public art has played a significant role in expressing the history and heart of the community in San Antonio, Texas. Arte del Pueblo, a celebration of the power of public art, explores the city's cultural heritage through moving photography and poetic commentary. The book covers five genres of public art in various artistic styles, including murals, sculpture, mosaics, street art, and digital art projections. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of this multicultural crossroad through an introduction to its major artistic influences and thought-provoking interviews with 11 of the 190 artists featured. San Antonio's public artworks can be found throughout the city, from its famous River Walk to the West Side Barrio, in parks and libraries, along roadways and bridges, on high-rises and restaurants. The book's suggested self-tours guide those who wish to appreciate their favorite pieces in person.

Dimension: 215 x 279 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780764364686