Blek le Rat (Street Graphics / Street Art)

Blek le Rat (Street Graphics / Street Art)

by King Adz (Author), Sybille Prou (Author)

Synopsis

This book is a unique view inside the life and work of one of the most private, but also one of the most loved, most applauded and most influential figures in street art. From small and simple stencils to complex multimedia events, the distinctive and groundbreaking art of Blek le Rat is showcased here for the first time, demonstrating the fascinating development of his technique and creativity over two decades. This book, with its indepth personal exploration of Bleks motives and working methods, and his own comments on the meaning of his art, also offers a taste of the evolution of urban art from New York, Paris, Barcelona and Buenos Aires, to London, Taipei, Naples and Berlin. It will inspire and inform enthusiasts of street and urban culture and students alike.

$23.99

Quantity

1 in stock

More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 128
Edition: 01
Publisher: Thames and Hudson Ltd
Published: 05 May 2008

ISBN 10: 050028735X
ISBN 13: 9780500287354
Book Overview: A monograph on revered street artist Blek le Rat, whose work has influenced CD design, advertising and graphics, as well as many urban artists around the world

Media Reviews
'Showcases some of Blek's most prominent and ignored works alike in a beautiful - and affordable! - tome' - Anthem
'A really good document of Blek's key stencil works; the quality of photos are excellent' - Graphotism
Author Bio
King ADZ is the author of nine books, published by Thames & Hudson, HarperCollins, and Vintage. All his books to date have been concerned with youth-culture, sub-culture and street art. He has been creative consultant for numerous global brands including Adidas, Vice, Levis, Diesel, Smirnoff and Guinness. His feature documentary, The Iconoclast, profiling the notorious international art smuggler, Michel Van Rijn, premiered at the DOC NYC festival in 2017. Sybille Prou is married to Blek le Rat, and is the author of three books on graffiti.