Shows examples of graffiti from around the world and shares the opinions of graffiti artists about their work.
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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
By E. Messerly
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.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
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!
14 of 16 people found the following review helpful
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.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
The book was well written and is a must for any Graffiti artist. The history of Graffiti is fascinating. Great book.
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
By kerry195
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.....
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
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.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I gave this a x-mas gift to my 15 yr old son. He loved it
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By Eliza Razia
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!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
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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
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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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- Style Wars by Peter York in Front Matter (1), Front Matter (2), and Back Matter
- Subway Art by Martha Cooper in Back Matter
- The Silver Surfer : The Ultimate Cosmic Experience by Stan Lee in Front Matter
- Pop Art by Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum in Front Matter
- Pop Art (Art and Design Profiles) by England) Pop Art Symposium (1991 London in Front Matter
- Taking the Train by Joe Austin on 5 pages
- Phat Beats, Dope Rhymes: Hip Hop Down Under Comin' Upper (Music Culture) by Ian Maxwell on page 51, page 119, and Back Matter
- Art, Psychotherapy and Psychosis by Katherine Killick on page 233, and page 236
- Disruptive Pattern Material: An Encyclopedia of Camouflage by Hardy Blechman on page 681
- America Under Construction: Boundaries and Identities in Popular Culture (Studies in American Popular History and Culture) by Kristi S. Long on page 88
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