In the 1980s, the subway stations of New York City were covered in art.

Black matte sheets were placed over old advertisements, and these blank spaces often became canvases for anonymous chalk drawings.

Thousands of these temporary chalk artworks appeared throughout the city, reflecting an urban landscape struggling with poverty and crime but brimming with artistic and creative energy. The artist behind all of these drawings was Keith Haring.

Keith Haring was one of the most iconic artists of the 1980s, often described as “a prophet in his life, his persona, and his art.”

As a member of an influential cultural group that included Andy Warhol, Madonna, and Jean-Michel Basquiat, Haring broke down the barriers between high art and popular culture. He created accessible art for all, using it as a tool for social change and inspiration.

Haring passed away from AIDS in 1990. His cultural impact remains undeniable, and his short but brilliant life carries a unique aura of mystery and power.

Brad Gooch, the renowned biographer of Flannery O’Connor and Frank O’Hara, was granted extensive access to Haring’s archives.

With interviews from those who knew Haring best and rich historical references, Gooch has crafted what promises to be the definitive biography, capturing the magic of Keith Haring.

【Author】Brad Gooch

【Release Date】March 5, 2024

【Publisher】Harper

【Format】A5 Variant

【Pages】512 pages

【Language】English

【ISBN】978-0062698261