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New street art book from John D’oh
A new book from respected Bristol street artist, John D’oh, will be published later this month by Bristol publisher Tangent Books.
Street Art and Graffiti: A Dissertation gives an inside view into the world of street art. It is aimed at both teachers and students working on urban art projects, and fans of the art form.
John D’oh began producing street art when he was a teenager in Filton and he has become one of the city’s most respected artists. His work is known for its political commentary, humour and technical innovation.
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The book came about largely because of the frequent requests D’oh received from students who wanted help with dissertations on the art form. It is also in response to interest from academics looking for behind-the-scenes insights from those who practice street art and graffiti. While happy to satisfy the academic interest, D’oh also wanted it to be a personal and enjoyable read for fans.
The book, which features 200 images, contains John’s opinions on various subjects, including the appropriation of artworks by global companies, the use of graffiti in marketing and the ongoing debate about exhibiting street art in museums. He also claims that street art is currently in its ‘baroque’ period and suggests where it might go next.
Street Art and Graffiti: A Dissertation will be launched at the People’s Republic of Stokes Croft on Friday October 12 from 6.30pm alongside a show called ‘Cut Out and Keep’. For more information, visit https://prsc.org.uk/event/john-doh-book-launch/
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