{"product_id":"concrete-playground-in-memory-of-betoncentrale-ghent-street-art-over-the-years-9789401484732","title":"Concrete Playground: In Memory of Betoncentrale Ghent. Street Art over the Years","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eCultuur Gent published a book to preserve the memory of the demolished Betoncentrale concrete factory in Ghent by featuring the work of 10 important street artists who were active there. The book includes expert commentary and interviews with the artists. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 224 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 30 June 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Lannoo\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the late 2020, the iconic Betoncentrale concrete factory in Ghent, Belgium, met its demise. However, the City of Ghent's cultural department, Cultuur Gent, has embarked on a mission to preserve the memory of this vibrant graffiti paradise. To accomplish this, a team of experts has curated a selection of the 10 most significant street artists who left their mark on the factory's walls. These artists include ROA, Klaas van der Linden, and Bue the Warrior, among others.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis captivating book showcases the most breathtaking artwork that adorned the factory's walls. Street art expert Tristan Manco provides a global perspective on the local street art scene, while street art blogger Giulia Riva delves into the artists' personal memories of this unique place.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Betoncentrale's demolition marked the end of an era, but Cultuur Gent's efforts ensure that its legacy lives on. This book serves as a testament to the power of art and its ability to transform spaces. It is a must-read for anyone interested in street art, urban culture, and the history of Ghent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1040g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 240 x 205 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9789401484732\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tristan Manco,Giulia Riva","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44093587685626,"sku":"9789401484732","price":30.94,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1658516983029_book.jpg?v=1658940541","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/concrete-playground-in-memory-of-betoncentrale-ghent-street-art-over-the-years-9789401484732","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}