Scratching the Surface – An Exploration of Graffiti and Street Art
Scratching the Surface – An Exploration of Graffiti and Street Art
| Author | Milo Vermeire ed. |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Jap Sam Books |
| ISBN | 9789076936611 |
| Idea Code | 24786 |
In this collection of essays, the various manifestations of graffiti and street art, what they represent, and how they relate to each other are explored. The book examines how a piece can add something to an environment, as well as how we can appreciate it as artistically distinctive. Other questions include how to exhibit such expressions in a museum and what is lost when illegal graffiti is replaced with commissioned murals. After all, these art forms may not necessarily need or want to be institutionalised or understood. Eight authors guide readers through their professional and personal experiences, while their contributions provide a foundation for further dialogue on the topic.
| 140 p, ills colour & bw, 12 x 19 cm, hb, English |
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