Graffiti is a form of art that has existed since ancient times. It can be a simple written word, or an elaborate wall painting. Often, it’s done without permission and is displayed in public.
KAWS
One of the most popular graffiti artists in the world is KAWS. His works have gathered an international following, and he has been featured in solo exhibitions across the globe. He was born in Jersey City, New Jersey, and graduated from the School of Visual Arts in Manhattan.
KAWS first became interested in graffiti as a kid, and in high school, he developed his own style. In 1999, he began graffing skater kids in lower Manhattan, and later started collaborating with toymaker Bounty Hunter.
KAWS has been working in many media over the years, and he has collaborated with designers and musicians. He has also made large-scale public installations. The Brooklyn Museum of Art is planning a major survey of his work, which will open in 2021.
KAWS was inspired by traditional and contemporary artists like Takashi Murakami, Claes Oldenburg, Jeff Koons, Elizabeth Murray, Chuck Close, and Andy Warhol. Throughout his career, he has exhibited in galleries and museums, and his work has been collected by many. He has received several accolades, including a Pernod Liquid Art Award and a BFA from the School of Visual Arts.
D*Face
D*Face, or Dean Stockton as he prefers to be referred to, is one of the most prolific contemporary urban artists of our time. He is well known for producing a variety of satirical and clever artwork.
Although not as famous as Banksy, D*Face has pushed the boundaries of the art world by producing a wide range of innovative works. He has exhibited at exhibitions around the world, and has even created artwork for major commercial projects.
D*Face has a reputation as an urban artist with a sharp mind and an inexhaustible supply of ideas. His style is reminiscent of Andy Warhol or Roy Lichtenstein.
As an artist, he has a knack for using stencils and spray paint in ways that are clever. His most impressive mural, Behind Closed Doors, is an epic piece of street art that uses the shape of a building to enhance its visual effect.
D*Face’s style has evolved from stickers to billboards, and has also been used to create fake currency in collaboration with contemporary graffiti artist Banksy.
Swoon
Swoon is an artist who creates art that’s not just beautiful, but has a purpose. She uses her art to inspire people to see and help heal communities. Whether she’s creating a cityscape on a building facade, or putting her paper cut portraits on the walls of cities across the globe, Swoon believes in the power of art to transform lives and communities.
One of the most notable aspects of Swoon’s work is the longevity of her creations. Unlike spray paint, Swoon’s creations are made from paper and remain visible for months at a time. This means that each portrait is a unique piece of art, rather than a mass of graffiti.
In the early 2000s, Swoon became an active part of the street art world. As one of the first women to become recognized internationally, she began to draw attention to her work in a variety of ways.
After a series of earthquakes in Haiti, Swoon decided to launch a sustainable building project. The project is called the Konbit Shelter, and the buildings are constructed from super adobe.
Banksy
Banksy is a graffiti artist from the United Kingdom. He is famous for his satirical images and political messages. Using stencils and spray paint, Banksy has painted murals in cities around the world.
Banksy started his career as a graffiti artist in the early 1990s. He became interested in graffiti after seeing a stenciled letter on a garbage truck. He decided to use stencils instead of painting on canvas, because it would take less time to create a piece.
Banksy has become a famous cultural icon in the last decade. His works are considered masterpieces of urban art. Many of his murals are placed in high-visibility locations. But many of his works are unauthorized and illegally placed.
In addition to his graffiti, Banksy has also created installation artwork. These artworks often depict rats and children. They engage with themes such as war, corporate greed, political crises, and social injustice.
The artist also frequently uses a sardonic wit and visual metaphors. This has provoked a number of controversies.