Jean-Michel Basquiat
Basquiat-isms
Basquiat-isms
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Jean-Michel Basquiat was a renowned painter and writer of the late twentieth century. Basquiat-isms is a collection of essential quotations from this artist, covering topics such as culture, art, race, and urban life. These concise and memorable selections showcase Basquiat's powerful and creative writing and speaking, leaving a lasting impact on his audience.
Format: Hardback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 04 June 2019
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Jean-Michel Basquiat, a prominent artist of the late 20th century, delved into the intricate interplay of words and images throughout his illustrious career as a celebrated painter. His paintings, notebooks, and interviews showcased his remarkable talent as a powerful and creative writer and speaker, as well as an image-maker. Basquiat-isms is a compilation of essential quotations from this influential figure in urban culture. In these concise yet captivating selections, drawn from his interviews and visual and written works, Basquiat explores a wide range of subjects, including culture, artistic persona, the art world, artistic influence, race, urban life, and more. His words, like his art, possess a profound resonance that continues to echo through time.
Here are some selected quotations from the book:
"I cross out words so you will see them more; the fact that they are obscured makes you want to read them."
"I think there are a lot of people that are neglected in art, I dont know if its because of who made the paintings or what, but, um . . . black people are never really portrayed realistically or I mean not even portrayed in modern art."
"Since I was 17, I thought I might be a star."
"The more I paint, the more I like everything."
"I think I make art for myself, but ultimately, I think I make it for the world."
Jean-Michel Basquiat's profound insights and captivating words continue to inspire and influence artists and art enthusiasts alike. His legacy as a visionary artist and cultural icon remains an enduring testament to his immense talent and lasting impact on the world of art.
Weight: 150g
Dimension: 115 x 140 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780691192833
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