Graffiti Brasil - Tristan Manco
Explore "Graffiti Brasil" - A Captivating Journey into Brazilian Graffiti Art
"Graffiti Brasil" delves into the vibrant and distinctive world of Brazilian graffiti. From the internationally renowned twin-brother painters Os Gemeos to the daring and ubiquitous Pichadores, this book showcases the fresh ideas, techniques, and messages that define Brazil's graffiti scene.
Whether you are drawn to the creative extremes born from urban deprivation or the intricate beauty of crafted murals, "Graffiti Brasil" offers stunning photography alongside in-depth history and insights. This book is the result of a unique collaboration across three continents.
Authored by Tristan Manco from England, known for his best-selling books "Stencil Graffiti" and "Street Logos," and Caleb Neelon (SONIK), an artist and writer from Boston who has been painting in Brazil since 1997. Ignacio Aronovich and Louise Chin, the duo behind "Lost Art," have documented the streets of Brazil from their home city of Sao Paulo for many years.
With graffiti worldwide becoming more homogenized, "Graffiti Brasil" serves as a powerful reminder of the strengths of creative independence and the rich fruits of cultural diversity. This book is a must-have for graffiti and street art enthusiasts looking to explore the unique and captivating world of Brazilian graffiti.
Published by Thames and Hudson
ISBN 0-500-28574-8
91/8" x 85/8"
305 color illustrations
128 pages