Newbrow: 50 Contemporary Artists

Discover the vibrant world of Newbrow art with 'Newbrow: 50 Contemporary Artists.' This stunning hardback art book, measuring 229 x 305 mm and containing 112 pages of vivid imagery, showcases the incredible talents of 50 leading artists from the Newbrow and pop surrealism movements. Featuring over 180 striking color photographs, this book represents a diverse range of artists from the US, Denmark, Germany, and Australia. Each page bursts with powerful social commentary, eye-catching visuals, and a dash of sharp humor, appealing to both seasoned art enthusiasts and newcomers alike.

Delve into the unique techniques of street artists rooted in 1980s hip hop culture, utilizing tools like stenciling, wheat pasting, and spray paint. In contrast, you'll explore the captivating works of illustrative artists drawing from graphic design and illustration backgrounds. This Newbrow art book offers unparalleled insights into a raw, unapologetic form of expression that encapsulates contemporary culture. Each artist is arranged alphabetically, complemented by informative text highlighting their life, inspirations, influences, and distinctive styles. Additionally, you'll find contact information for each artist, making it a valuable resource for collectors and fans. Enhance your art collection with this essential guide to the Newbrow movement and explore the creativity that defines a generation.

Author: Shane Pomajambo Publisher: Schiffer Books
Bind: hardback
Dimensions: 229 x 305 mm
Pages: 112
Publication Date: 28-06-2012

This vivid art book spotlights 50 artists of the Newbrow art, pop surrealism movement with over 180 striking color photos of their work. Artists from across the US, Denmark, Germany, and Australia are featured. The images themselves are filled with powerful social commentary, startling imagery, and sharp humor. The work ranges from that of street artists who trace back to the 1980s hip hop culture, using tools such as stenciling, wheat pasting, spray paint, and guerilla art installations, to illustrative artists who trace their backgrounds to graphic design and illustration. For those unfamiliar with Newbrow art, the author describes it as, “…a raw unapologetic form of expression that represents today’s current culture.” The artists presented are arranged alphabetically in the book, with text providing information about each artist’s life, inspiration, influences, and style. Contact information for each artist is also provided.