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Spraycan Art (Street Graphics / Street Art) [Paperback]

Henry Chalfant , James Prigoff
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)

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September 1, 1987 Street Graphics / Street Art
Shows examples of graffiti from around the world and shares the opinions of graffiti artists about their work.

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Product Details

  • Paperback: 96 pages
  • Publisher: Thames & Hudson; First Edition edition (September 1, 1987)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 050027469X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0500274699
  • Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 0.2 x 10.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #554,397 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.2 out of 5 stars
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4.2 out of 5 stars
It's more than worth the money, IMO. kerry195  |  2 reviewers made a similar statement
Spraycan Art is a book for any collection! www.urbandesignz.com  |  2 reviewers made a similar statement
This book is one of the best documentations of world wide graffiti in its early years (mid 80's). miles coltrane  |  2 reviewers made a similar statement
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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A Seminal Reference Book April 25, 2001
Format:Paperback
I have just replaced my tattered copy of the seminal five star "Spraycan Art" book. This was the first and only book to follow graffiti art out of the NYC subways and around the world. Not only did the book name the art form, but the authors obviously knew and found the key writers of their time. Witness the visionary choice of Mode 2, age 15, on the cover. ....Thirteen years after being first printed, this book is still a vital reference for all of us who are interested in the graffiti aspect of Hip-Hop. I, for one, am grateful that Chalfant and Prigoff were willing to spend the enormous time and effort that was obviously necessary to capture this historic period on film, give voice to the writers through the interview process, and to make available important historic information.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars This was my first approach to graffiti art. January 11, 1999
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Format:Paperback
On this books you'll see a summary of USA kings writer and a quick summary of european first writers....someone like Delta,Mode2,Bando and so on...all photos are snapped before 1987. This summer i've been in Amsterdam and it was nice to see a throw-up made by Delta in 1985.... it means that the Autors described what really happened in that years.I suggest this book for anyone who wants to know somethig more about reasons and origins of Graffiti and HIPHOP! need2 PEACE!
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14 of 16 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A work of major significance May 29, 2004
Format:Paperback
As a public art historian, I recently revisited Spraycan Art. I am told that the sales on this book are approaching 200,000 copies. In 1987 it was the first look at the art form as it traveled out of the NYC subways and around the world and although writers today are more sophisticated with their mastery of the spray can and the imagery they create, the book is still very current in its look at the graffiti world and its place in the Hip Hop scene. It is remarkable to me how Chalfant and Prigoff came to know the key writers of those years, both nationally and internationally. Their contribution to the graf world as professional documentary photographers, authors and resource people has withstood the test of time. It is a must read for current writers, historians or just anyone interested in a unique art form created by youth. Interesting that the book named the art for all time.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, great content and magnificent photography. September 29, 1998
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The book was well written and is a must for any Graffiti artist. The history of Graffiti is fascinating. Great book.
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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars How can you hate on this book ? April 19, 2004
Format:Paperback
18 years ago when I used to write, this book was a staple in my collection. I learned soooo much from it, it could've been my 'bible' of sorts on the topic of graffiti. Since then, I've redirected my talents into the area of website design and graphic arts.... all I can say to the person wondering if they should get this is YES.

Get this book. read it, study the styles therein. Learn from it. It's more than worth the money, IMO. Speaking of which, Imma probably have to buy a new copy.....

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars "Spraycan Art"...is a must for any collection!.... December 30, 2000
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Spraycan Art is a book for any collection! This book shows the artistic side of graffiti art through the lens of a camera...rare graf photos from all over! a great book.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Graphitte history January 19, 2007
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I gave this a x-mas gift to my 15 yr old son. He loved it
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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars GREAT GRAFFITI BOOK! March 23, 2002
Format:Paperback
THIS BOOK HAS SO MANY PHAT PIECES. SO MUCH COLOR AND TALENT. WORTH THE MONEY FOR SURE! HAS OLD SCHOOL PIECES FROM ALL OVER THE US AND SOME INTERNATIONAL. IF YOU LOVE ART AND ANYTHING URBAN RELATED THIS IS FOR YOU!
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5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST FOR ALL GRAFFITTI & HIP HOP ARTISTS!
I sent this to my friend in California who is a graffitti & hip hop artist, he absolutely LOVED this book!! Read more
Published 13 months ago by Victoria
5.0 out of 5 stars Graffit from around the world
This book on graffiti is more like a graffiti historical document from the mid 1970s to the 1980s. This pictorial display along with excerpts and interviews with these graffiti... Read more
Published on December 31, 2009 by Graffiti Diplomacy
5.0 out of 5 stars one of the best books ever
if this is your subject of interest and you don't already own this book....GO BUY IT ALREADY!!! A true walk back in time to an era many remember but few participated in. Read more
Published on February 3, 2009 by Devin Karcy
5.0 out of 5 stars good choice
i got this book for my husband for his birthday and he was very happy with it
Published on August 27, 2007 by Diane Sisco
5.0 out of 5 stars spraycan art
This book is one of the best documentations of world wide graffiti in its early years (mid 80's). Essential reading for any aspiring graffiti artist or art enthusiast in general. Read more
Published on April 11, 2007 by miles coltrane
5.0 out of 5 stars Essential to Graffiti
This book did more unifying and legitimizing for graffiti than any other. The vision, depth, and fairness all point to honest journalism. Read more
Published on May 1, 2004
1.0 out of 5 stars Piss-Poor attempt
The graffiti tradition is acknowledged beyond New York and the first place listed beyond the boroughs is Philadelphia, where the movement was born. Read more
Published on February 15, 2004
1.0 out of 5 stars A Sad Attempt
This book is exploitation at it's finest. Poor overall design and photos. Where's the intensity and angst! You won't find it here. Read more
Published on May 20, 2002
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