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by Michael Walsh (Author) "This documentary is an attempt to understand graffiti by tracing its genealogical roots through the past and into its present transformation ..." (more)
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  • Paperback: 144 pages
  • Publisher: North Atlantic Books (9 Oct 1996)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1556432313
  • ISBN-13: 978-1556432316
  • Product Dimensions: 27.9 x 21.8 x 1.2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 672,025 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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A photo documentary of the graffiti phenomenon in the San Francisco Bay area, and other major American cities, this book is told from the viewpoints of the graffiti artists themselves, and their opponents. It also surveys graffiti throughout history.
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2.0 out of 5 stars Loose research and poor layout., 7 Dec 1998
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I painted graffiti from the age of thirteen 'till the age of twentytwo, I know some of the most prominent people in this field and I have made a name for my crew. I'm settled down now and make a living as a Graphic Designer, so I consider myself a valid critic for this book, I am not a writer(book) so please bare with my sloppy writing. These are MY opinions so don't sweat me The book is a wonderful attempt of trying to make graffiti more understood but there seems to be certain things that annoyed me about the book. The writing consisted mostly of quotes from graffiti painters in the "Northern California" part of the U.S. Eventhough the quotes were pretty explosive they did not stand by themselves, and came across as fashionable or "cutting edge",they had a type of MTV commercial feel to them. I felt like someone was trying to sell me on the whole graffiti thing. The book was only skin deep as far as research goes, with this I mean, that if you are not a graffiti painter you are left with very little content after reading this book. Most of the pictures were of poor quality murals and it seemed like the author made small efforts to expand his horizon, reaching out to different types of painters and law enforcement agencies. It seems to me like the author knew some graffiti painter and said one day -"Hey lets make a book". So he started making his book and only talked to his one graffiti friend, including that graffiti friends circle of friends. I said that the murals in this book were of poor quality. I know of several great graffiti painters in the U.S that are easy to get in touch with that create awsome "burners" (murals), frankly, I think most of the artists that were represented with some exeptions are horrible graffiti artists. I was also dissapointed with the comments of most artists, but that is besides the point. As a graphic Designer I have to speak out on the lay-out and general design of this book. It is horrible, sometimes text is layed over textured backgrounds that make it nearly impossible for the reader to understand. It is very hard to read some parts of the book. Thumbs up to whoever took the photos. The photographer captured the sensations of going out at night and painting, I feel that the photographer did more real explaining and commenting about the art of graffiti than the author and angry painters put together.
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4.0 out of 5 stars GOOD, 7 Nov 2001
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In short, I thought this book was excellent, although it isn't a pretty picture book. It explores both sides of the graffiti argument with interesting interviews. Highly recommended.
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5.0 out of 5 stars In-Your-Face, 18 May 1998
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GRAFFITO is not to be taken lightly. It paints graffiti artists and the hip-hop subculture in an informative raw light. Looking at both sides of the graffiti phenomenon, Walsh shows how the heroes/criminals of graffiti feel about their misunderstood art and how the public interprets it . I was very happy with the myriad of quotes from interviews with actual established writers who live, breath, and sleep graffiti. Although a little profane at times, this book does not cut any corners or leave any of the truthfulness surrounding graffiti out. Graffiti has and always will be revered by its participants and despised by it's enemies. I'm glad that Michael Walsh took the time to hear and voice the thoughts of those so immersed in it. A definite for any graffiti enthusiast. Good pictures too.
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