The graffiti writers interviewed in this volume have gone on to become some of the most celebrated and sought after artists of the 21st century. This book provides in-depth narratives from graffiti writers and artists who have hitherto only been know via their licit and illicit wall art and through urban lore. As graffiti artists themselves, the publishers, editors, and designers of this extensive volume have made certain that all the narratives and photos represent this true urban art form in a way that both educates readers of ethnographic texts and impresses consumers of quality art-books.
In addition to first-time interviews with legends of West Coast graffiti art, the entire volume relies on many never-before seen photos that make the book as interesting as a photo essay as it is important as a sociological document· In addition, there are current photos that display the progression and influence of these writers. This book will be sought after by artists, historians, coffee-table book consumers, scholars and students in the social sciences, graffiti writers, and anyone interested in reading about and looking at one of the most talked about and often misunderstood cultural movements of all time.
True to our ethnographic approach, every attempt has been made to preserve the proper context of photos as well as maintain the essence of the quotes, stories, and histories printed in this book. These are the stories, in the writers’ own words, of how they got into graffiti, and what effect this subculture, the loss of friends, and the discovery of art and the urban environment had on them. Every story and first-hand account in this volume was provided through in-person interviews and correspondence over the course of more than a year. It was important to provide a primary account of the graffiti writer’s story, and each is included because it represents the experiences shared by a community of other writers.
About the DVD - "The History of Los Angeles Graffiti Art Volume 2, 1989-1994"
The DVD is an inspired documentary on the culture of the graffiti artist. The focus of the film is to provide the viewer with the most unbiased view on the art of "bombing" to painting legal walls to modern day world of graffiti. The film features many of L.A.'s favorites from the 1989-1994 era. This highenergy entertaining documentary brings you up close and personal with graffiti in a real and unbiased approach.Please support this culture and project. The success and production of Volume 2 is not possible without the continued support of the public. You have the option of pre-ordering the book directly from our myspace page or by navigating directly to our site. All pre-orders will be shipped out in August 2008 and will include a free signed poster from the authors and select writers from Volume 2. We thank you for your support.Official site: www.thehistoryoflosangelesgraffitiart.com Questions: [email protected]This Book & DVD was conceived of, published by, worked on, photographed, edited, and introduced exclusively by LA-based graffiti writers.
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