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technique of dubbing. I introduced The Cafe Terrace on the Place GRAFFITI ART
du Forum Arles as a backdrop; Vincent moved to Arles in 1888,
propelled by a number of reasons. Weary of the frenetic energy of
Paris and the long months of winter, Van Gogh sought the warm
sun of Provence. During his stay in Arles between February 1888
and May 1889, he executed about 300 paintings and drawings.
Van Gogh was an artist that stood out to me, right from the
beginning, one of my favorite artists. It was the earthiness, the
impulsive and expressive brushwork that aroused my interest, he
was there at the beginning, he contributed to the foundations of
modern art. Contrary to what many people think, he was born
into an upper-middle class family. He came from an educated
and very influential family, his Father being a minister and his
close relationship with his brother Theo van Gogh, who was an
art dealer and provided his brother with financial and emotional
support, and access to influential people on the contemporary art
scene. Afflicted by many years of illness he unfortunately left our
world at only 37 years of age.
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Graffiti art is a type of art form that uses spray paint, markers,
and other materials to create an image or words on a wall
or other surface, as a form of self-expression and a way to
make a statement.
“I was inspired at this time 2020, with the Pandemic, the Political
Turmoil to express my dismay in our world leaders who continue
to disrupt and interrupt political accord. I like the graffiti style as
it takes you back to the basics; it is a statement straight from the
gut, no frills, right to the point: primitive, gutsy, impulsive and true
freedom of expression. Artists such as Basquiat, and today Banksy
bring political messages to the attention of the public taking art to
the ghetto, to the streets, to normal people, to everyday life. A form
of activism, artistic protest, and graffiti may be one of the most
long-lasting artistic and political protests. Taking over public space,
claiming the power of the individual and independent expression.
Politics are important, speaking to what is happening in society.”