keith_haring_5 Printmaking by Keith Haring

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Original Artwork refers to any work that is considered authentic and not a copy or imitation of the original works of an artist. Original artwork can be any type of painting, sculpture, performance, or other media. There are many types of original media. Mixed media includes oil, acrylic, and watercolor paintings. For workshop paintings that bear evidence of master craftsmanship, this attribution must be further qualified. While they may be less valuable for different reasons, reproductions and copies have had a tremendous impact on our experience. They reach a greater audience than originals and act as a tonic against commodification. Original Artwork could also refer to the first work, which is always preceding all others. It could also refer to a prototype or a model from which other works can be made. Each work bears great similarities to the original.
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About this artwork: Classification, Techniques & Styles. Technic Printmaking. Printmaking was originally used to communicate. Exceptional technical characteristics make it a valuable artistic medium. The artist creates an image on a flat surface to make a print. To create an original print, the artist inks the surface and presses it onto paper. Printmaking [...]

Keith Haring

United States

Keith Haring was born on May 4, 1958, in Reading, Pennsylvania, USA, and grew up in nearby Kutztown. Showing an early interest in art, he enrolled in the Ivy School of Professional Art in Pittsburgh in 1976 but left after two semesters. Haring then moved to New York City in 1978 to attend the School of Visual Arts. In the vibrant art scene of the late 1970s and early 1980s, he found his creative voice and a community of like-minded artists.

Haring's career took off in the early 1980s when he began creating public art in the subway stations of New York. His distinctive style, characterized by bold lines, vivid colors, and simplified, iconic figures, quickly gained attention. His work often conveyed social and political messages, reflecting his concerns about issues such as AIDS awareness, apartheid, drug addiction, and LGBTQ+ rights.

In 1982, Haring had his first solo exhibition at the Westbeth Painters Space in Manhattan. His art gained international recognition, and he participated in renowned exhibitions, including the Documenta 7 in Kassel, , in 1982. His fame continued to grow, and he opened the Pop Shop in 1986, a store that sold Haring's art in various forms, making it more accessible to the public.

Haring's commitment to social activism intensified as he used his art to address the HIV/AIDS epidemic, which he himself was diagnosed with in 1988. He created the famous "Ignorance = Fear / Silence = Death" image to promote AIDS awareness. Despite his declining health, Haring remained dedicated to his artistic and activist endeavors until his untimely death on February 16, 1990, at the age of 31.

The Keith Haring Foundation, established after his death, continues to preserve and promote his legacy. Haring's influence extends beyond the art world; his impact on popular culture, fashion, and activism remains profound, and his work continues to inspire new generations of artists and activists around the world.