Keith Haring: Art Is for Everybody

Keith Haring: Art Is for Everybody is a comprehensive retrospective of the iconic New York artist's work from 1978 to 1990. The book highlights Haring's activism, community engagement, and egalitarian approach to art, featuring essays and reflections by cultural leaders. His fluid, uniform lines, intricate compositions, and repeating imagery continue to resonate globally, addressing important social issues and spreading joy.

Format: Hardback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 20 May 2023
Publisher: Distributed Art Publishers

Keith Haring, an activist and egalitarian artist, is celebrated for his vibrant and accessible art. This captivating book, lavishly illustrated with essays and reflections by cultural leaders, delves into Haring's dynamic art practice from 1978 to 1990. It sheds light on the iconic and beloved artist known for his fluid, uniform lines, intricate compositions, and repeating imagery, such as the barking dog and radiant baby.

Forty years after his emergence, Haring's art continues to gain global recognition, transcending boundaries and bringing joy to people around the world. While tackling complex issues that remain pertinent today, including environmentalism, capitalism, and the proliferation of new technologies, Haring's work addresses religion, sexuality, and race.

Titled after a quote from Haring's journals, "Art Is for Everybody" centers on the artist's activism, his emphasis on community, and his egalitarian approach to art and life. The book is organized chronologically and thematically, highlighting Haring's work created with publics in mind, such as subway drawings, murals, collaborative practices, and his unwavering belief that art is essential in making a better world.

Keith Haring was born in Reading, Pennsylvania, in 1958, and moved to New York in 1978, where he befriended artists like Kenny Scharf and Jean-Michel Basquiat. During the 1980s, Haring achieved international acclaim and participated in numerous group and solo exhibitions. However, his life was tragically cut short when he was diagnosed with HIV in 1988. Less than two years later, Haring passed away due to an AIDS-related illness.

Haring's legacy continues to inspire and influence artists worldwide, reminding us of the power of art to bring people together, raise awareness, and create positive change. His vibrant and iconic works continue to be celebrated and cherished, reminding us that art is for everybody.

Dimension: 279 x 279 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781636810935