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@ JB Hodl
2025-05-27 14:51:35
I had to look him up. The piece is beautiful.
Keith Haring (1958–1990) was an American artist and activist known for his bold, colorful, and accessible pop art. He rose to prominence in the 1980s New York City art scene with his distinctive graffiti-inspired style, featuring simple, cartoon-like figures, radiant babies, barking dogs, and dancing people. His work often carried social and political messages, addressing issues like AIDS awareness, safe sex, apartheid, and consumerism.
Haring started creating chalk drawings in New York City subways, which gained him public attention. His art blended street culture with fine art, leading to exhibitions in galleries and museums worldwide. He collaborated with artists like Andy Warhol and Jean-Michel Basquiat and created public murals, including works in hospitals and schools. His commitment to accessibility led him to open the Pop Shop, selling affordable merchandise with his designs.
Diagnosed with AIDS in 1988, Haring used his art to advocate for AIDS awareness until his death at 31. His legacy endures through the Keith Haring Foundation, which supports AIDS research and children’s programs, and his iconic imagery remains widely recognized.