The art of graffiti is alive and well in this English city by the sea,
where the city and artists are working together to turn what
was considered a public nuisance into a legitimate and
treasured part of the Brighton experience. In page after page
of powerful images, the authors present a pictorial evolution of
street art, displaying an incredible range of styles and talents.
This book documents the history of Brighton graffiti, from the
first crude tags that were meant to defile to the dazzling
murals painted on the seawalls which extend along the coast,
drawing graffiti crews from all over the world. These
photographs are interspersed with quotes from the most
important graffiti artists who have worked in Brighton. What
emerges is an inspiring example of graffiti as a valid,
respected, and treasured art form within the town.
where the city and artists are working together to turn what
was considered a public nuisance into a legitimate and
treasured part of the Brighton experience. In page after page
of powerful images, the authors present a pictorial evolution of
street art, displaying an incredible range of styles and talents.
This book documents the history of Brighton graffiti, from the
first crude tags that were meant to defile to the dazzling
murals painted on the seawalls which extend along the coast,
drawing graffiti crews from all over the world. These
photographs are interspersed with quotes from the most
important graffiti artists who have worked in Brighton. What
emerges is an inspiring example of graffiti as a valid,
respected, and treasured art form within the town.
