The Street Art Book: 60 Artists In Their Own Words

by Ric Blackshaw, Liz Farrelly

Most street artists are self taught, have a highly developed eye for color and design, and a burning desire to be seen and heard. It is also now true that many talented street artists have moved from the street into the commercial world of advertising and design, as well as into the art galleries and museums. Banksy, an internationally renowned street artist whose work combines intricate graffiti and stenciling techniques, was recently featured in the New Yorker and sells his work for over $500,000 per piece. He has inspired a cult following and legions of artists imitating his style. The Street Art Book is the first book to go behind the scenes of the street art world. As an insider's look, it takes us inside the studios of some of the most prominent street artists. It will help street artists successfully create and develop their individual styles. The book explores all of the materials, tools, and techniques that the most famous street artists use as well as showcasing outstanding and innovative work from around the world. Expert artists share their tips for reaching the ultimate twin goals of getting work seen and sold.

Genres: Art, Young Adult

176 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 2009

Reviews

[Omama]

Very inspiring, free and creative kind of art. I loved it.

[Camille Thompson]

This book has a lot of great pictures and is formatted to be very browsable. There are different colored breakout boxes for different information about the artists. It’s bright and fun, and there may be some interest in it following the popularity of the street art documentary “Exit Through the Gift Shop”

[C]

I really enjoyed this, especially the sections after fashion and street art. My favorite artists in the book were Eine, Will Barras, Tofer, Hutch, and Miss Van.

[Peter]

A graphic mess.

[Sonya]

Fun book with interesting art and artists.

[Omama Othman]

Very inspiring, free and creative kind of art. I loved it.

[Kim Schneider]

A street style book that features talented artists. A small book with big style.

[cat]

2011 Book 125/100

loved the art and the content (interviews with the artists), but the layout felt chaotic to me. maybe that is the point since it is street art?

[Seth E]

cool pictures