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Keith Haring: the genius of street art
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It was in New York that Haring first encountered the world of street art, and began to develop his signature style. Inspired by the work of graffiti artists, he began to create his own vivid, cartoon-like figures, often incorporating symbolic elements that reflected his interest in pop culture, mythology, and social justice. Haring’s work quickly gained a following on the streets of New York, with his subway drawings and mural projects becoming fixtures of the city’s downtown scene.
In 1981, Haring held his first solo exhibition at the Westbeth Painters Space, which included his iconic Radiant Baby drawings. The show was a critical and commercial success, and helped to launch Haring’s career as a gallery artist. Over the next few years, he exhibited his work in galleries and museums around the world, including the Whitney Museum of American Art, the São Paulo Biennial, and the Venice Biennale.
As Haring’s fame grew, so did his commitment to using his art to promote social justice and awareness. He was also involved in numerous philanthropic projects, including the establishment of the Keith Haring Foundation in 1989 to fund AIDS research and support children’s art education.
The now famous Crack is Wack mural of 1986 has become a landmark along New York’s FDR Drive:
Other projects include:
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