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fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 month ago

Sotheby's to sell painting from Jean-Michel Basquiat's first solo show

The year 1981 was a turning point for Basquiat's career, marking his transition from New York street artist to international art-market darling. That year, the 20-year-old artist made his first painting sale to Blondie singer Debbie Harry and took part in his first gallery exhibition, a group show called New York/New Wave at PS1 in Long Island City under the name SAMO, the graffiti tag he shared with his high-school friend Al Diaz.
Arts
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
2 months ago

Albino & Preto Honors Jean-Michel Basquiat with Martial Arts-Inspired Collection | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Albino & Preto has carved out a reputation for blurring the lines between martial arts gear and lifestyle design, and its latest project might be the most striking example yet. The brand has teamed up with the estate of Jean-Michel Basquiat to release a collection that merges the spirit of Brazilian jiu-jitsu with the raw, unfiltered creativity of one of modern art's most iconic figures.
Fashion & style
Los Angeles
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
3 months ago

'Made on Market Street' Explores Jean-Michel Basquiat's Time in Los Angeles | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Jean-Michel Basquiat's time in Los Angeles from 1982 to 1984 was a crucial period of artistic growth and creativity, resulting in significant works.
Arts
fromColossal
4 months ago

A New Book Illuminates Jean-Michel Basquiat's Prolific Time in Los Angeles

Basquiat created around 100 artworks in Los Angeles between November 1982 and May 1984, including notable pieces like "Hollywood Africans."
Arts
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
6 months ago

Sotheby's Set to Auction Rare Early Basquiat Drawing from 1978 | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Jean-Michel Basquiat's 1978 drawing is a foundational piece, heralding the defining 'Head' motif that permeated his later works.
Film
fromSlate Magazine
6 months ago

A Famous Painter Made a Biopic of Another Famous Painter. 29 Years Later, We're Still Arguing About It.

Julian Schnabel's film 'Basquiat' offers a personal and impressionistic portrait of the influential artist through his own experiences and memories.
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