Here’s the deal, I am a big lover of art, street art in particular. I really don’t know what it is that draws me to this rebellious art form. Maybe it’s the secretive nature of the artists. Or maybe it’s the jabs they take at modern society. Or it could be I just like interesting pictures. Whatever it may be, I find myself hooked and looking at every street corner in LA for new, interesting art.
As much I love street art, I have to think of it something that can be taken away. As quickly as the art goes up, it can be taken away just as easily. So instead of sulking and kicking yourself for not finding great art, head to your nearest bookstore and grab one of these books. At least you’ll be able to keep it forever.
Top Five Books on Street Art/Graffiti
- The Street Art Book: 60 Artist in Their Own Words by Ric Blackshaw and Liz Farrelly Go behind the scenes with some of the world’s famous street artist. This book will take you into their studios and give you an in depth look into what goes on in their creative minds.
- Graffiti LA: Street and Art by Steve Grody and James Prigoff I’m a true LA girl at heart, so this is definitely something that I’ve added to my list of must haves. This book gives a comprehensive and visual history of street art in LA. It takes a look inside the lives of some LA’s most prolific artist giving us a better understanding the world of graffiti.
- Graffiti Women: Street Art From Five Continents by Nicholas Ganz, Swoon and Nancy McDonald This inspiring book takes a look at the contributions of women in contemporary graffiti and street art. Some of the artists featured in this book include Swoon, Lady Pink and Miss 17.
- Wall and Piece by Banksy Known for his satirical look into modern society, Wall and Piece gives a small look into the mind of one of Great Britain’s legendary and masked street artist.
- Art in the Streets by Jeffrey Deitch, Roger Gastman and Aaron Rose I was lucky enough to see this exhibit two months ago but if you weren’t able to see it, I highly recommend getting this book. The book features work that was shown in the exhibit as well as some insight into the art world.
Happy reading everyone!
All images via barnesandnoble.com
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