Art Is Life by Tami Lewis Brown

Art Is Life by Tami Lewis Brown

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A joyful picture book biography of modern art icon Keith Haring celebrating the ways his life embodied the message: art is for everyone.

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Art Is Life by Tami Lewis Brown

Keith Haring believed that art should be enjoyed by everyone, not just those with the money or inclination to visit museums. When Keith moved to New York City in 1978, he rode the subway and noticed that the crowds were bored and brusque, and the subways were decayed and dreary. He thought the people of New York needed liberating, illuminating, and radiating art. So he bought a stick of white chalk and started drawing. This picture book biography explores Keith Haring's life and shows why his art continues to resonate with people. You can still see his ubiquitous designs gracing billboards, posters, clothing, and more. Keith Negley's bold, energetic illustrations evoke Keith Haring while maintaining a style all their own.
Tami Lewis Brown is a former lawyer and elementary school librarian. She holds an MFA in writing for children & young adults from Vermont College of Fine Arts, where she has served on the Board of Trustees for over ten years. She lives with her family in Washington, DC. tamilewisbrown.com Keith Negley's work has appeared on children's books, T-shirts, album covers, and even a watch, and he is a frequent contributor to The New York Times and New Yorker, in addition to other national publications. He is the creator of the picture books Tough Guys (Have Feelings Too), My Dad Used to Be Cool, and Marcy Wears What She Wants. Keith lives in Bellingham, Washington, with his wife and two boys. keithnegley.com
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ISBN 13 9780374304249
ISBN 10 0374304246
Title Art Is Life
Author Tami Lewis Brown
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Farrar, Straus & Giroux Inc
Year published 2021-01-01
Number of pages 48
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.