Armstrong, Simon
Street Art (Art Essentials)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780500294338
- author:
- Armstrong, Simon
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Thames & Hudson Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 21.6 x 13.8 centimetres (0.40 kg
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Art, History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Discover the vibrant world of street art, from its humble beginnings in 1970s New York to its current status as a global phenomenon.
This comprehensive history and interpretation of the street art movement features key practitioners through sharp images and insightful commentary. The book explores how street art evolved over time, embracing new materials, styles, and techniques, and its influence on design, fashion, advertising, and visual culture.
Simon Armstrong guides readers through the movement's complex history, examining its relationship to pop art and digital art, and exploring possible futures for street art. With engaging detail and an accessible style, this book is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in understanding the significance of street art in contemporary culture.