Street Art

Street Art is a phenomenon and subcultural movement that has evolved from the 1970s New York graffiti scene to embrace many new materials, styles, and techniques. It has graduated into art galleries and the art market, heavily influencing design, fashion, advertising, and visual culture. Despite its controversial history, it provides a full-color worldwide journey, taking in all of the movements significant artists and artworks, styles, materials, and methods. It also examines its close relationship to Pop Art and Digital Art and explores possible futures for Street Art.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 176 pages
Publication date: 19 September 2019
Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Street art is a captivating phenomenon and subcultural movement that spans from the darkest urban backstreets to the most prestigious international art fairs. In his comprehensive examination, Simon Armstrong delves into the evolution of street art, tracing its roots from its humble beginnings in the 1970s New York graffiti scene to its widespread embrace of diverse materials, styles, and techniques. He explores how this marginalized art form has transitioned from the streets to art galleries and the art market, exerting a significant influence on design, fashion, advertising, and visual culture.

Despite its undeniable impact on art history, street art often faces debates regarding its authenticity. This book delves into the controversial history of street art, providing a comprehensive exploration of its significant artists, artworks, styles, materials, and methods. It showcases a vibrant global journey, featuring the works that have come to define street art as a unique and influential art form. Additionally, the book examines the close relationship between street art and other artistic movements such as Pop Art and Digital Art, and considers potential future directions for this evolving art form.

Street art has transcended boundaries and has become a powerful expression of creativity and cultural identity. It has the ability to transform public spaces, challenge societal norms, and inspire social change. As street art continues to evolve and gain recognition, it remains a dynamic and ever-changing landscape that continues to captivate audiences and inspire artists around the world.

Weight: 400g
Dimension: 140 x 217 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780500294338