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Why? They ask me. Why does he do it?, 06 Oct 2008
Well, it is art and it is very hard to someone to explain the reason why he's an artist don't you think?
"Why" was the question several of my colleges at work asked me when I received this little book from Amazon this morning. First they've asked me why does he do it and then, why did I bought it. To the first question I answered that Slinkachu is an artist and this is his art. For the second question I didn't need to answer anything. Just passed the book to their hands and let them see for themselves.
I've been following Slinkachu work on the Internet for some time now and when I knew this book was on sale, I just had to bought it.
A little book that's a lot for the money., 02 Oct 2008
An entertaining and extremely interesting form of street art, this little gem will appeal to anyone interested in street art: it's a must if you're a fan of Banksy! Each piece has a shot showing its surroundings as well as a macro shot with its title. You really do empathise with each little figure! I'm sure any student would be happy to add this to his or her collection.
Brilliant street art, 05 Sep 2008
This is a really brilliant idea, and great "little" book. The idea is simple - take small people (1 inch high or so), paint them and put them somewhere, create a story around them, and take close up (macro) shots.
throw in some heartfelt life messages, and you have this book. It's a great alternative view on life, and life in London specifically.
Recommended.
Excellent, 05 Sep 2008
It's strange how something like this can be beautiful and hold so much emotion, but I guess that's the whole point of art.
Flick through and you're reminded that we're all little people at the end of the day. Slink captures that lost, vulnerable feeling we all get sometimes and then throws in the comic moments too.
I first saw "Dreams of packing it all in" when I was trapped in a big corporate and had just been prescribed the happy pills. It now takes pride of place on my self-employed office wall and reminds me of how things used to be.
And at this price, cannot we all afford some art in our lives?
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Customer Reviews
Why? They ask me. Why does he do it?, 06 Oct 2008
Well, it is art and it is very hard to someone to explain the reason why he's an artist don't you think?
"Why" was the question several of my colleges at work asked me when I received this little book from Amazon this morning. First they've asked me why does he do it and then, why did I bought it. To the first question I answered that Slinkachu is an artist and this is his art. For the second question I didn't need to answer anything. Just passed the book to their hands and let them see for themselves.
I've been following Slinkachu work on the Internet for some time now and when I knew this book was on sale, I just had to bought it.
A little book that's a lot for the money., 02 Oct 2008
An entertaining and extremely interesting form of street art, this little gem will appeal to anyone interested in street art: it's a must if you're a fan of Banksy! Each piece has a shot showing its surroundings as well as a macro shot with its title. You really do empathise with each little figure! I'm sure any student would be happy to add this to his or her collection.
Brilliant street art, 05 Sep 2008
This is a really brilliant idea, and great "little" book. The idea is simple - take small people (1 inch high or so), paint them and put them somewhere, create a story around them, and take close up (macro) shots.
throw in some heartfelt life messages, and you have this book. It's a great alternative view on life, and life in London specifically.
Recommended.
Excellent, 05 Sep 2008
It's strange how something like this can be beautiful and hold so much emotion, but I guess that's the whole point of art.
Flick through and you're reminded that we're all little people at the end of the day. Slink captures that lost, vulnerable feeling we all get sometimes and then throws in the comic moments too.
I first saw "Dreams of packing it all in" when I was trapped in a big corporate and had just been prescribed the happy pills. It now takes pride of place on my self-employed office wall and reminds me of how things used to be.
And at this price, cannot we all afford some art in our lives?
The cleaned up version, 12 Apr 2008
There are a significant number of entries that tell you where the banksy graffitti used to be, before it was scrubbed.... provides a good guide to the efforts of the cleaners... but there are a few worthwhile entries ... i would not have felt cheated by a thinner book.
What a bloody amazing book, 06 Mar 2007
I got into Banksy last year when he went to LA and had the Barley Legal show. His work is amazing, I just didn't realise how much of it actually existed on the streets of London! And loads of its is still in excellent condition too, some hidden off the beaten track, others in alleyways no one would ever think to walk down.
Without this book I think it would have taken me the best part of a year of walking through London to find these. I took the book out a few weekends in a row when travelling into London, and I had pretty much seen them all! The little tips given throughout the book are a good addition too, giving you points of interest along the way to look out for.
Also, its not just all Banksy, there are loads of other tips for spotting graffiti all over the capital city.
A really brilliant book, sod jack the ripper tours. Given me Banksy Location Tours any day of the week me old china plate!
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Customer Reviews
Why? They ask me. Why does he do it?, 06 Oct 2008
Well, it is art and it is very hard to someone to explain the reason why he's an artist don't you think?
"Why" was the question several of my colleges at work asked me when I received this little book from Amazon this morning. First they've asked me why does he do it and then, why did I bought it. To the first question I answered that Slinkachu is an artist and this is his art. For the second question I didn't need to answer anything. Just passed the book to their hands and let them see for themselves.
I've been following Slinkachu work on the Internet for some time now and when I knew this book was on sale, I just had to bought it.
A little book that's a lot for the money., 02 Oct 2008
An entertaining and extremely interesting form of street art, this little gem will appeal to anyone interested in street art: it's a must if you're a fan of Banksy! Each piece has a shot showing its surroundings as well as a macro shot with its title. You really do empathise with each little figure! I'm sure any student would be happy to add this to his or her collection.
Brilliant street art, 05 Sep 2008
This is a really brilliant idea, and great "little" book. The idea is simple - take small people (1 inch high or so), paint them and put them somewhere, create a story around them, and take close up (macro) shots.
throw in some heartfelt life messages, and you have this book. It's a great alternative view on life, and life in London specifically.
Recommended.
Excellent, 05 Sep 2008
It's strange how something like this can be beautiful and hold so much emotion, but I guess that's the whole point of art.
Flick through and you're reminded that we're all little people at the end of the day. Slink captures that lost, vulnerable feeling we all get sometimes and then throws in the comic moments too.
I first saw "Dreams of packing it all in" when I was trapped in a big corporate and had just been prescribed the happy pills. It now takes pride of place on my self-employed office wall and reminds me of how things used to be.
And at this price, cannot we all afford some art in our lives?
The cleaned up version, 12 Apr 2008
There are a significant number of entries that tell you where the banksy graffitti used to be, before it was scrubbed.... provides a good guide to the efforts of the cleaners... but there are a few worthwhile entries ... i would not have felt cheated by a thinner book.
What a bloody amazing book, 06 Mar 2007
I got into Banksy last year when he went to LA and had the Barley Legal show. His work is amazing, I just didn't realise how much of it actually existed on the streets of London! And loads of its is still in excellent condition too, some hidden off the beaten track, others in alleyways no one would ever think to walk down.
Without this book I think it would have taken me the best part of a year of walking through London to find these. I took the book out a few weekends in a row when travelling into London, and I had pretty much seen them all! The little tips given throughout the book are a good addition too, giving you points of interest along the way to look out for.
Also, its not just all Banksy, there are loads of other tips for spotting graffiti all over the capital city.
A really brilliant book, sod jack the ripper tours. Given me Banksy Location Tours any day of the week me old china plate!
Great book, 03 May 2008
This is brilliant, a must for any Bristolian who may remember seeing the work around Bristol before all the hype. If you aren't from Bristol, this book will show you lots of Banksy work that can't be seen anywhere else. Quality.
Really good, 15 Jan 2008
half-expecting some sort of cheap rip-off I was surprised to find that this book's really great. Lots of full-colour pictures of Banksy's best Bristol works and a few real gems of never-seen-before stuff. The text is pretty intelligent too, but it's the pictures that make it a must-have. Nice hardback coffee-table production values too, and very well priced.
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Customer Reviews
Why? They ask me. Why does he do it?, 06 Oct 2008
Well, it is art and it is very hard to someone to explain the reason why he's an artist don't you think?
"Why" was the question several of my colleges at work asked me when I received this little book from Amazon this morning. First they've asked me why does he do it and then, why did I bought it. To the first question I answered that Slinkachu is an artist and this is his art. For the second question I didn't need to answer anything. Just passed the book to their hands and let them see for themselves.
I've been following Slinkachu work on the Internet for some time now and when I knew this book was on sale, I just had to bought it.
A little book that's a lot for the money., 02 Oct 2008
An entertaining and extremely interesting form of street art, this little gem will appeal to anyone interested in street art: it's a must if you're a fan of Banksy! Each piece has a shot showing its surroundings as well as a macro shot with its title. You really do empathise with each little figure! I'm sure any student would be happy to add this to his or her collection.
Brilliant street art, 05 Sep 2008
This is a really brilliant idea, and great "little" book. The idea is simple - take small people (1 inch high or so), paint them and put them somewhere, create a story around them, and take close up (macro) shots.
throw in some heartfelt life messages, and you have this book. It's a great alternative view on life, and life in London specifically.
Recommended.
Excellent, 05 Sep 2008
It's strange how something like this can be beautiful and hold so much emotion, but I guess that's the whole point of art.
Flick through and you're reminded that we're all little people at the end of the day. Slink captures that lost, vulnerable feeling we all get sometimes and then throws in the comic moments too.
I first saw "Dreams of packing it all in" when I was trapped in a big corporate and had just been prescribed the happy pills. It now takes pride of place on my self-employed office wall and reminds me of how things used to be.
And at this price, cannot we all afford some art in our lives?
The cleaned up version, 12 Apr 2008
There are a significant number of entries that tell you where the banksy graffitti used to be, before it was scrubbed.... provides a good guide to the efforts of the cleaners... but there are a few worthwhile entries ... i would not have felt cheated by a thinner book.
What a bloody amazing book, 06 Mar 2007
I got into Banksy last year when he went to LA and had the Barley Legal show. His work is amazing, I just didn't realise how much of it actually existed on the streets of London! And loads of its is still in excellent condition too, some hidden off the beaten track, others in alleyways no one would ever think to walk down.
Without this book I think it would have taken me the best part of a year of walking through London to find these. I took the book out a few weekends in a row when travelling into London, and I had pretty much seen them all! The little tips given throughout the book are a good addition too, giving you points of interest along the way to look out for.
Also, its not just all Banksy, there are loads of other tips for spotting graffiti all over the capital city.
A really brilliant book, sod jack the ripper tours. Given me Banksy Location Tours any day of the week me old china plate!
Great book, 03 May 2008
This is brilliant, a must for any Bristolian who may remember seeing the work around Bristol before all the hype. If you aren't from Bristol, this book will show you lots of Banksy work that can't be seen anywhere else. Quality.
Really good, 15 Jan 2008
half-expecting some sort of cheap rip-off I was surprised to find that this book's really great. Lots of full-colour pictures of Banksy's best Bristol works and a few real gems of never-seen-before stuff. The text is pretty intelligent too, but it's the pictures that make it a must-have. Nice hardback coffee-table production values too, and very well priced.
more Graffiti, 27 Sep 2007
as a collector it seems of books on graffiti, this is another one i have added to my collection. full of the same kinds of images you have seen in other books, it does show some new ones and more creative examples. the only thing i don't like is the binding, which has fallen apart already leaving pages hanging on.
I sat down in Waterstones and started to read this book, and I was there for over an hour! This book is brilliant!!!!, 04 Jun 2007
This book is absolutely brilliant. It has loads and loads of different graff artists' works in here and they are all good. I know a lot about graffiti so this isn't coming from a toy. This book proves that graffiti is art whether you like it or not. You will read this book over and over again as it is so good. Every time I go to a book shop I read this book for a bit; maybe some day I'll actually get it. Anyway, this book is great and Cope 2 is wicked.
fantastic, 22 Feb 2006
Not knowing a lot about graffiti, i found this to be an excellent introduction to the many differnt styles that are out there today, since this is one of the most up to date books around. Drawbacks of trying to be so comprehensive are inevitable in that it won't include everyone that you want it to but that doesn't stop this being a real jaw dropper. Some of the pieces in this book are mind boggling, both in style and complexity, whilst others show how different graf can be from one person to the next. It's hard not to have respect for people that can do this kinda stuff with spraycans.
I like it, 15 Aug 2005
despite of all the bad reviews, I have to say I love this book, I am no graffiti expert, actually I know nothing about it. But I am fasicnated with all the great works out there,and I wanna see more and learn something. this book could be my guide, or at least a feast to my eyes. there are 370 pages! this is not an encyclopedia, and I don't care about the works in the 1970's.
Very valid art, 16 Jul 2005
Graffiti is now a recognised art form, reflecting current mores of society more than anything else. This is why some of it's images are so disturbing. It's artists are being villified in the same way as the impressionists were in the 19th. century. Just try and buy a Degas or Monet now!
The global nature of the great art movement which is graffiti is well described and illustrated in this book which is easy to read and is of high quality. Read, study and learn!
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Customer Reviews
Why? They ask me. Why does he do it?, 06 Oct 2008
Well, it is art and it is very hard to someone to explain the reason why he's an artist don't you think?
"Why" was the question several of my colleges at work asked me when I received this little book from Amazon this morning. First they've asked me why does he do it and then, why did I bought it. To the first question I answered that Slinkachu is an artist and this is his art. For the second question I didn't need to answer anything. Just passed the book to their hands and let them see for themselves.
I've been following Slinkachu work on the Internet for some time now and when I knew this book was on sale, I just had to bought it.
A little book that's a lot for the money., 02 Oct 2008
An entertaining and extremely interesting form of street art, this little gem will appeal to anyone interested in street art: it's a must if you're a fan of Banksy! Each piece has a shot showing its surroundings as well as a macro shot with its title. You really do empathise with each little figure! I'm sure any student would be happy to add this to his or her collection.
Brilliant street art, 05 Sep 2008
This is a really brilliant idea, and great "little" book. The idea is simple - take small people (1 inch high or so), paint them and put them somewhere, create a story around them, and take close up (macro) shots.
throw in some heartfelt life messages, and you have this book. It's a great alternative view on life, and life in London specifically.
Recommended.
Excellent, 05 Sep 2008
It's strange how something like this can be beautiful and hold so much emotion, but I guess that's the whole point of art.
Flick through and you're reminded that we're all little people at the end of the day. Slink captures that lost, vulnerable feeling we all get sometimes and then throws in the comic moments too.
I first saw "Dreams of packing it all in" when I was trapped in a big corporate and had just been prescribed the happy pills. It now takes pride of place on my self-employed office wall and reminds me of how things used to be.
And at this price, cannot we all afford some art in our lives?
The cleaned up version, 12 Apr 2008
There are a significant number of entries that tell you where the banksy graffitti used to be, before it was scrubbed.... provides a good guide to the efforts of the cleaners... but there are a few worthwhile entries ... i would not have felt cheated by a thinner book.
What a bloody amazing book, 06 Mar 2007
I got into Banksy last year when he went to LA and had the Barley Legal show. His work is amazing, I just didn't realise how much of it actually existed on the streets of London! And loads of its is still in excellent condition too, some hidden off the beaten track, others in alleyways no one would ever think to walk down.
Without this book I think it would have taken me the best part of a year of walking through London to find these. I took the book out a few weekends in a row when travelling into London, and I had pretty much seen them all! The little tips given throughout the book are a good addition too, giving you points of interest along the way to look out for.
Also, its not just all Banksy, there are loads of other tips for spotting graffiti all over the capital city.
A really brilliant book, sod jack the ripper tours. Given me Banksy Location Tours any day of the week me old china plate!
Great book, 03 May 2008
This is brilliant, a must for any Bristolian who may remember seeing the work around Bristol before all the hype. If you aren't from Bristol, this book will show you lots of Banksy work that can't be seen anywhere else. Quality.
Really good, 15 Jan 2008
half-expecting some sort of cheap rip-off I was surprised to find that this book's really great. Lots of full-colour pictures of Banksy's best Bristol works and a few real gems of never-seen-before stuff. The text is pretty intelligent too, but it's the pictures that make it a must-have. Nice hardback coffee-table production values too, and very well priced.
more Graffiti, 27 Sep 2007
as a collector it seems of books on graffiti, this is another one i have added to my collection. full of the same kinds of images you have seen in other books, it does show some new ones and more creative examples. the only thing i don't like is the binding, which has fallen apart already leaving pages hanging on.
I sat down in Waterstones and started to read this book, and I was there for over an hour! This book is brilliant!!!!, 04 Jun 2007
This book is absolutely brilliant. It has loads and loads of different graff artists' works in here and they are all good. I know a lot about graffiti so this isn't coming from a toy. This book proves that graffiti is art whether you like it or not. You will read this book over and over again as it is so good. Every time I go to a book shop I read this book for a bit; maybe some day I'll actually get it. Anyway, this book is great and Cope 2 is wicked.
fantastic, 22 Feb 2006
Not knowing a lot about graffiti, i found this to be an excellent introduction to the many differnt styles that are out there today, since this is one of the most up to date books around. Drawbacks of trying to be so comprehensive are inevitable in that it won't include everyone that you want it to but that doesn't stop this being a real jaw dropper. Some of the pieces in this book are mind boggling, both in style and complexity, whilst others show how different graf can be from one person to the next. It's hard not to have respect for people that can do this kinda stuff with spraycans.
I like it, 15 Aug 2005
despite of all the bad reviews, I have to say I love this book, I am no graffiti expert, actually I know nothing about it. But I am fasicnated with all the great works out there,and I wanna see more and learn something. this book could be my guide, or at least a feast to my eyes. there are 370 pages! this is not an encyclopedia, and I don't care about the works in the 1970's.
Very valid art, 16 Jul 2005
Graffiti is now a recognised art form, reflecting current mores of society more than anything else. This is why some of it's images are so disturbing. It's artists are being villified in the same way as the impressionists were in the 19th. century. Just try and buy a Degas or Monet now!
The global nature of the great art movement which is graffiti is well described and illustrated in this book which is easy to read and is of high quality. Read, study and learn!
Getting through the walls - a worthwhile purchase, 07 Oct 2008
An insightful look into the life of uber cool Parisian street artist/stencil king Blek le Rat. Great images, many unseen. A must have book for all you urban art afficinados.
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Customer Reviews
Why? They ask me. Why does he do it?, 06 Oct 2008
Well, it is art and it is very hard to someone to explain the reason why he's an artist don't you think?
"Why" was the question several of my colleges at work asked me when I received this little book from Amazon this morning. First they've asked me why does he do it and then, why did I bought it. To the first question I answered that Slinkachu is an artist and this is his art. For the second question I didn't need to answer anything. Just passed the book to their hands and let them see for themselves.
I've been following Slinkachu work on the Internet for some time now and when I knew this book was on sale, I just had to bought it. A little book that's a lot for the money., 02 Oct 2008
An entertaining and extremely interesting form of street art, this little gem will appeal to anyone interested in street art: it's a must if you're a fan of Banksy! Each piece has a shot showing its surroundings as well as a macro shot with its title. You really do empathise with each little figure! I'm sure any student would be happy to add this to his or her collection. Brilliant street art, 05 Sep 2008
This is a really brilliant idea, and great "little" book. The idea is simple - take small people (1 inch high or so), paint them and put them somewhere, create a story around them, and take close up (macro) shots.
throw in some heartfelt life messages, and you have this book. It's a great alternative view on life, and life in London specifically.
Recommended. Excellent, 05 Sep 2008
It's strange how something like this can be beautiful and hold so much emotion, but I guess that's the whole point of art.
Flick through and you're reminded that we're all little people at the end of the day. Slink captures that lost, vulnerable feeling we all get sometimes and then throws in the comic moments too.
I first saw "Dreams of packing it all in" when I was trapped in a big corporate and had just been prescribed the happy pills. It now takes pride of place on my self-employed office wall and reminds me of how things used to be.
And at this price, cannot we all afford some art in our lives? The cleaned up version, 12 Apr 2008
There are a significant number of entries that tell you where the banksy graffitti used to be, before it was scrubbed.... provides a good guide to the efforts of the cleaners... but there are a few worthwhile entries ... i would not have felt cheated by a thinner book. What a bloody amazing book, 06 Mar 2007
I got into Banksy last year when he went to LA and had the Barley Legal show. His work is amazing, I just didn't realise how much of it actually existed on the streets of London! And loads of its is still in excellent condition too, some hidden off the beaten track, others in alleyways no one would ever think to walk down.
Without this book I think it would have taken me the best part of a year of walking through London to find these. I took the book out a few weekends in a row when travelling into London, and I had pretty much seen them all! The little tips given throughout the book are a good addition too, giving you points of interest along the way to look out for.
Also, its not just all Banksy, there are loads of other tips for spotting graffiti all over the capital city.
A really brilliant book, sod jack the ripper tours. Given me Banksy Location Tours any day of the week me old china plate! Great book, 03 May 2008
This is brilliant, a must for any Bristolian who may remember seeing the work around Bristol before all the hype. If you aren't from Bristol, this book will show you lots of Banksy work that can't be seen anywhere else. Quality. Really good, 15 Jan 2008
half-expecting some sort of cheap rip-off I was surprised to find that this book's really great. Lots of full-colour pictures of Banksy's best Bristol works and a few real gems of never-seen-before stuff. The text is pretty intelligent too, but it's the pictures that make it a must-have. Nice hardback coffee-table production values too, and very well priced.
more Graffiti, 27 Sep 2007
as a collector it seems of books on graffiti, this is another one i have added to my collection. full of the same kinds of images you have seen in other books, it does show some new ones and more creative examples. the only thing i don't like is the binding, which has fallen apart already leaving pages hanging on. I sat down in Waterstones and started to read this book, and I was there for over an hour! This book is brilliant!!!!, 04 Jun 2007
This book is absolutely brilliant. It has loads and loads of different graff artists' works in here and they are all good. I know a lot about graffiti so this isn't coming from a toy. This book proves that graffiti is art whether you like it or not. You will read this book over and over again as it is so good. Every time I go to a book shop I read this book for a bit; maybe some day I'll actually get it. Anyway, this book is great and Cope 2 is wicked. fantastic, 22 Feb 2006
Not knowing a lot about graffiti, i found this to be an excellent introduction to the many differnt styles that are out there today, since this is one of the most up to date books around. Drawbacks of trying to be so comprehensive are inevitable in that it won't include everyone that you want it to but that doesn't stop this being a real jaw dropper. Some of the pieces in this book are mind boggling, both in style and complexity, whilst others show how different graf can be from one person to the next. It's hard not to have respect for people that can do this kinda stuff with spraycans. I like it, 15 Aug 2005
despite of all the bad reviews, I have to say I love this book, I am no graffiti expert, actually I know nothing about it. But I am fasicnated with all the great works out there,and I wanna see more and learn something. this book could be my guide, or at least a feast to my eyes. there are 370 pages! this is not an encyclopedia, and I don't care about the works in the 1970's. Very valid art, 16 Jul 2005
Graffiti is now a recognised art form, reflecting current mores of society more than anything else. This is why some of it's images are so disturbing. It's artists are being villified in the same way as the impressionists were in the 19th. century. Just try and buy a Degas or Monet now! The global nature of the great art movement which is graffiti is well described and illustrated in this book which is easy to read and is of high quality. Read, study and learn! Getting through the walls - a worthwhile purchase, 07 Oct 2008
An insightful look into the life of uber cool Parisian street artist/stencil king Blek le Rat. Great images, many unseen. A must have book for all you urban art afficinados. Eclectic, inspiring and highly recommended., 29 May 2006
The text to image ratio in Stencil Graffiti is perfect; the right amount of information is included to leave the pictures open to your thoughts without leaving you entirely in the dark. Tristan Manco often uses quotes and opinions from the artists themselves which adds to the free and unpretentious nature of this book.
But back to the pictures- Manco proves himself to be an excellent editor and compiler of images as well as words. They are amazing and 99% are of extremely high and clear quality. Simply presented and taken from so many different world locations, parts of buildings and street furniture, inside and outside- they consistently inspire. In the right places they are cropped for detail or taken from a few steps back to show that graffiti is as much about position as it is message, colour, shape, texture and style.
The line between graffiti and vandalism is subjective- but I honestly think that even the most anti-graffiti people and pre-teenage children scrawling words on underpasses would be able to find something to admire in this book. Personally, I feel that all of these artists have crossed this line in these images to the point where it's a distant blur.
An okay introduction, 06 Feb 2005
I'm glad that I bought this book, mainly for the pictures. Stencil Graffiti, 12 May 2003
This is a great book. As soon I I read it I had to buy it. The book is well designed and laid out and has a good balance of interesting text and high quality photographs. Tristan Manco has explored the origins of Stencil Graffiti and has interviewed many artists for their insight to their work and the world of Stencil Graffiti. Buy now!
Amazing graffiti stencil book, 05 Jan 2003
This book is amazing. it covers a wide range of different stencils, from symbols to protest. It also includes a great section that focusses on individual artists - the lengendary Banksy, Shepard Fairey, etc. This book is a must for anyone interested in stencil graffiti. very inspiring.
A Modern Menace?, 30 Dec 2002
I found this book a pleaseure to read and something I could be proud to own. The book contains examples of stencil art from around the world, although a lot seems to be from within the UK - some of the work has a political message, some comments on society in general, but a lot of it is just good fun (like artist Thomas Baumgartel who sprays whole walls with images of bananas). There is a brief introduction into the history of stencil art and stencil graffiti, then the book is separated into chapters each focusing on different artists, groups or themes (ie.faces, figures, ccartoons, tribal art etc). Each chapter has a few paragraphs of explanitory text which is actually worth reading, unlike some other design books I've read. A lovely book to look at but even better if you actually read it!
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Why? They ask me. Why does he do it?, 06 Oct 2008
Well, it is art and it is very hard to someone to explain the reason why he's an artist don't you think?
"Why" was the question several of my colleges at work asked me when I received this little book from Amazon this morning. First they've asked me why does he do it and then, why did I bought it. To the first question I answered that Slinkachu is an artist and this is his art. For the second question I didn't need to answer anything. Just passed the book to their hands and let them see for themselves.
I've been following Slinkachu work on the Internet for some time now and when I knew this book was on sale, I just had to bought it. A little book that's a lot for the money., 02 Oct 2008
An entertaining and extremely interesting form of street art, this little gem will appeal to anyone interested in street art: it's a must if you're a fan of Banksy! Each piece has a shot showing its surroundings as well as a macro shot with its title. You really do empathise with each little figure! I'm sure any student would be happy to add this to his or her collection. Brilliant street art, 05 Sep 2008
This is a really brilliant idea, and great "little" book. The idea is simple - take small people (1 inch high or so), paint them and put them somewhere, create a story around them, and take close up (macro) shots.
throw in some heartfelt life messages, and you have this book. It's a great alternative view on life, and life in London specifically.
Recommended. Excellent, 05 Sep 2008
It's strange how something like this can be beautiful and hold so much emotion, but I guess that's the whole point of art.
Flick through and you're reminded that we're all little people at the end of the day. Slink captures that lost, vulnerable feeling we all get sometimes and then throws in the comic moments too.
I first saw "Dreams of packing it all in" when I was trapped in a big corporate and had just been prescribed the happy pills. It now takes pride of place on my self-employed office wall and reminds me of how things used to be.
And at this price, cannot we all afford some art in our lives? The cleaned up version, 12 Apr 2008
There are a significant number of entries that tell you where the banksy graffitti used to be, before it was scrubbed.... provides a good guide to the efforts of the cleaners... but there are a few worthwhile entries ... i would not have felt cheated by a thinner book. What a bloody amazing book, 06 Mar 2007
I got into Banksy last year when he went to LA and had the Barley Legal show. His work is amazing, I just didn't realise how much of it actually existed on the streets of London! And loads of its is still in excellent condition too, some hidden off the beaten track, others in alleyways no one would ever think to walk down.
Without this book I think it would have taken me the best part of a year of walking through London to find these. I took the book out a few weekends in a row when travelling into London, and I had pretty much seen them all! The little tips given throughout the book are a good addition too, giving you points of interest along the way to look out for.
Also, its not just all Banksy, there are loads of other tips for spotting graffiti all over the capital city.
A really brilliant book, sod jack the ripper tours. Given me Banksy Location Tours any day of the week me old china plate! Great book, 03 May 2008
This is brilliant, a must for any Bristolian who may remember seeing the work around Bristol before all the hype. If you aren't from Bristol, this book will show you lots of Banksy work that can't be seen anywhere else. Quality. Really good, 15 Jan 2008
half-expecting some sort of cheap rip-off I was surprised to find that this book's really great. Lots of full-colour pictures of Banksy's best Bristol works and a few real gems of never-seen-before stuff. The text is pretty intelligent too, but it's the pictures that make it a must-have. Nice hardback coffee-table production values too, and very well priced.
more Graffiti, 27 Sep 2007
as a collector it seems of books on graffiti, this is another one i have added to my collection. full of the same kinds of images you have seen in other books, it does show some new ones and more creative examples. the only thing i don't like is the binding, which has fallen apart already leaving pages hanging on. I sat down in Waterstones and started to read this book, and I was there for over an hour! This book is brilliant!!!!, 04 Jun 2007
This book is absolutely brilliant. It has loads and loads of different graff artists' works in here and they are all good. I know a lot about graffiti so this isn't coming from a toy. This book proves that graffiti is art whether you like it or not. You will read this book over and over again as it is so good. Every time I go to a book shop I read this book for a bit; maybe some day I'll actually get it. Anyway, this book is great and Cope 2 is wicked. fantastic, 22 Feb 2006
Not knowing a lot about graffiti, i found this to be an excellent introduction to the many differnt styles that are out there today, since this is one of the most up to date books around. Drawbacks of trying to be so comprehensive are inevitable in that it won't include everyone that you want it to but that doesn't stop this being a real jaw dropper. Some of the pieces in this book are mind boggling, both in style and complexity, whilst others show how different graf can be from one person to the next. It's hard not to have respect for people that can do this kinda stuff with spraycans. I like it, 15 Aug 2005
despite of all the bad reviews, I have to say I love this book, I am no graffiti expert, actually I know nothing about it. But I am fasicnated with all the great works out there,and I wanna see more and learn something. this book could be my guide, or at least a feast to my eyes. there are 370 pages! this is not an encyclopedia, and I don't care about the works in the 1970's. Very valid art, 16 Jul 2005
Graffiti is now a recognised art form, reflecting current mores of society more than anything else. This is why some of it's images are so disturbing. It's artists are being villified in the same way as the impressionists were in the 19th. century. Just try and buy a Degas or Monet now! The global nature of the great art movement which is graffiti is well described and illustrated in this book which is easy to read and is of high quality. Read, study and learn! Getting through the walls - a worthwhile purchase, 07 Oct 2008
An insightful look into the life of uber cool Parisian street artist/stencil king Blek le Rat. Great images, many unseen. A must have book for all you urban art afficinados. Eclectic, inspiring and highly recommended., 29 May 2006
The text to image ratio in Stencil Graffiti is perfect; the right amount of information is included to leave the pictures open to your thoughts without leaving you entirely in the dark. Tristan Manco often uses quotes and opinions from the artists themselves which adds to the free and unpretentious nature of this book.
But back to the pictures- Manco proves himself to be an excellent editor and compiler of images as well as words. They are amazing and 99% are of extremely high and clear quality. Simply presented and taken from so many different world locations, parts of buildings and street furniture, inside and outside- they consistently inspire. In the right places they are cropped for detail or taken from a few steps back to show that graffiti is as much about position as it is message, colour, shape, texture and style.
The line between graffiti and vandalism is subjective- but I honestly think that even the most anti-graffiti people and pre-teenage children scrawling words on underpasses would be able to find something to admire in this book. Personally, I feel that all of these artists have crossed this line in these images to the point where it's a distant blur.
An okay introduction, 06 Feb 2005
I'm glad that I bought this book, mainly for the pictures. Stencil Graffiti, 12 May 2003
This is a great book. As soon I I read it I had to buy it. The book is well designed and laid out and has a good balance of interesting text and high quality photographs. Tristan Manco has explored the origins of Stencil Graffiti and has interviewed many artists for their insight to their work and the world of Stencil Graffiti. Buy now!
Amazing graffiti stencil book, 05 Jan 2003
This book is amazing. it covers a wide range of different stencils, from symbols to protest. It also includes a great section that focusses on individual artists - the lengendary Banksy, Shepard Fairey, etc. This book is a must for anyone interested in stencil graffiti. very inspiring.
A Modern Menace?, 30 Dec 2002
I found this book a pleaseure to read and something I could be proud to own. The book contains examples of stencil art from around the world, although a lot seems to be from within the UK - some of the work has a political message, some comments on society in general, but a lot of it is just good fun (like artist Thomas Baumgartel who sprays whole walls with images of bananas). There is a brief introduction into the history of stencil art and stencil graffiti, then the book is separated into chapters each focusing on different artists, groups or themes (ie.faces, figures, ccartoons, tribal art etc). Each chapter has a few paragraphs of explanitory text which is actually worth reading, unlike some other design books I've read. A lovely book to look at but even better if you actually read it!
Sticker heaven, 11 Sep 2008
This is a collection of stickers of many sizes and shapes and colours which range from fun to bizarre. The styles are varied, from the familiar to the wacky, and reflect numerous cultural influences from graffiti to hippy pop art. My daughter (12) has been mobbed at school by people wanting them. I'd say it was of great interest to kids of all ages and genders - it is well made as a book and is set out well and would serve as much as a reference or coffee table book as it does a source of stickers.
Brilliant Stickers, 02 Sep 2008
This is an excellent book filled with a massive selection of quality stickers. If you like stickers, you'll love this. Most of them have a graffiti feel to them, but some are like mini works of art and are very detailed.
I've already started putting them on everything I own.
Only gets one star dropped for the books smell- its very strong like varnish. But some people might like that! I'm sure it will fade.
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Customer Reviews
Why? They ask me. Why does he do it?, 06 Oct 2008
Well, it is art and it is very hard to someone to explain the reason why he's an artist don't you think?
"Why" was the question several of my colleges at work asked me when I received this little book from Amazon this morning. First they've asked me why does he do it and then, why did I bought it. To the first question I answered that Slinkachu is an artist and this is his art. For the second question I didn't need to answer anything. Just passed the book to their hands and let them see for themselves.
I've been following Slinkachu work on the Internet for some time now and when I knew this book was on sale, I just had to bought it. A little book that's a lot for the money., 02 Oct 2008
An entertaining and extremely interesting form of street art, this little gem will appeal to anyone interested in street art: it's a must if you're a fan of Banksy! Each piece has a shot showing its surroundings as well as a macro shot with its title. You really do empathise with each little figure! I'm sure any student would be happy to add this to his or her collection. Brilliant street art, 05 Sep 2008
This is a really brilliant idea, and great "little" book. The idea is simple - take small people (1 inch high or so), paint them and put them somewhere, create a story around them, and take close up (macro) shots.
throw in some heartfelt life messages, and you have this book. It's a great alternative view on life, and life in London specifically.
Recommended. Excellent, 05 Sep 2008
It's strange how something like this can be beautiful and hold so much emotion, but I guess that's the whole point of art.
Flick through and you're reminded that we're all little people at the end of the day. Slink captures that lost, vulnerable feeling we all get sometimes and then throws in the comic moments too.
I first saw "Dreams of packing it all in" when I was trapped in a big corporate and had just been prescribed the happy pills. It now takes pride of place on my self-employed office wall and reminds me of how things used to be.
And at this price, cannot we all afford some art in our lives? The cleaned up version, 12 Apr 2008
There are a significant number of entries that tell you where the banksy graffitti used to be, before it was scrubbed.... provides a good guide to the efforts of the cleaners... but there are a few worthwhile entries ... i would not have felt cheated by a thinner book. What a bloody amazing book, 06 Mar 2007
I got into Banksy last year when he went to LA and had the Barley Legal show. His work is amazing, I just didn't realise how much of it actually existed on the streets of London! And loads of its is still in excellent condition too, some hidden off the beaten track, others in alleyways no one would ever think to walk down.
Without this book I think it would have taken me the best part of a year of walking through London to find these. I took the book out a few weekends in a row when travelling into London, and I had pretty much seen them all! The little tips given throughout the book are a good addition too, giving you points of interest along the way to look out for.
Also, its not just all Banksy, there are loads of other tips for spotting graffiti all over the capital city.
A really brilliant book, sod jack the ripper tours. Given me Banksy Location Tours any day of the week me old china plate! Great book, 03 May 2008
This is brilliant, a must for any Bristolian who may remember seeing the work around Bristol before all the hype. If you aren't from Bristol, this book will show you lots of Banksy work that can't be seen anywhere else. Quality. Really good, 15 Jan 2008
half-expecting some sort of cheap rip-off I was surprised to find that this book's really great. Lots of full-colour pictures of Banksy's best Bristol works and a few real gems of never-seen-before stuff. The text is pretty intelligent too, but it's the pictures that make it a must-have. Nice hardback coffee-table production values too, and very well priced.
more Graffiti, 27 Sep 2007
as a collector it seems of books on graffiti, this is another one i have added to my collection. full of the same kinds of images you have seen in other books, it does show some new ones and more creative examples. the only thing i don't like is the binding, which has fallen apart already leaving pages hanging on. I sat down in Waterstones and started to read this book, and I was there for over an hour! This book is brilliant!!!!, 04 Jun 2007
This book is absolutely brilliant. It has loads and loads of different graff artists' works in here and they are all good. I know a lot about graffiti so this isn't coming from a toy. This book proves that graffiti is art whether you like it or not. You will read this book over and over again as it is so good. Every time I go to a book shop I read this book for a bit; maybe some day I'll actually get it. Anyway, this book is great and Cope 2 is wicked. fantastic, 22 Feb 2006
Not knowing a lot about graffiti, i found this to be an excellent introduction to the many differnt styles that are out there today, since this is one of the most up to date books around. Drawbacks of trying to be so comprehensive are inevitable in that it won't include everyone that you want it to but that doesn't stop this being a real jaw dropper. Some of the pieces in this book are mind boggling, both in style and complexity, whilst others show how different graf can be from one person to the next. It's hard not to have respect for people that can do this kinda stuff with spraycans. I like it, 15 Aug 2005
despite of all the bad reviews, I have to say I love this book, I am no graffiti expert, actually I know nothing about it. But I am fasicnated with all the great works out there,and I wanna see more and learn something. this book could be my guide, or at least a feast to my eyes. there are 370 pages! this is not an encyclopedia, and I don't care about the works in the 1970's. Very valid art, 16 Jul 2005
Graffiti is now a recognised art form, reflecting current mores of society more than anything else. This is why some of it's images are so disturbing. It's artists are being villified in the same way as the impressionists were in the 19th. century. Just try and buy a Degas or Monet now! The global nature of the great art movement which is graffiti is well described and illustrated in this book which is easy to read and is of high quality. Read, study and learn! Getting through the walls - a worthwhile purchase, 07 Oct 2008
An insightful look into the life of uber cool Parisian street artist/stencil king Blek le Rat. Great images, many unseen. A must have book for all you urban art afficinados. Eclectic, inspiring and highly recommended., 29 May 2006
The text to image ratio in Stencil Graffiti is perfect; the right amount of information is included to leave the pictures open to your thoughts without leaving you entirely in the dark. Tristan Manco often uses quotes and opinions from the artists themselves which adds to the free and unpretentious nature of this book.
But back to the pictures- Manco proves himself to be an excellent editor and compiler of images as well as words. They are amazing and 99% are of extremely high and clear quality. Simply presented and taken from so many different world locations, parts of buildings and street furniture, inside and outside- they consistently inspire. In the right places they are cropped for detail or taken from a few steps back to show that graffiti is as much about position as it is message, colour, shape, texture and style.
The line between graffiti and vandalism is subjective- but I honestly think that even the most anti-graffiti people and pre-teenage children scrawling words on underpasses would be able to find something to admire in this book. Personally, I feel that all of these artists have crossed this line in these images to the point where it's a distant blur.
An okay introduction, 06 Feb 2005
I'm glad that I bought this book, mainly for the pictures. Stencil Graffiti, 12 May 2003
This is a great book. As soon I I read it I had to buy it. The book is well designed and laid out and has a good balance of interesting text and high quality photographs. Tristan Manco has explored the origins of Stencil Graffiti and has interviewed many artists for their insight to their work and the world of Stencil Graffiti. Buy now!
Amazing graffiti stencil book, 05 Jan 2003
This book is amazing. it covers a wide range of different stencils, from symbols to protest. It also includes a great section that focusses on individual artists - the lengendary Banksy, Shepard Fairey, etc. This book is a must for anyone interested in stencil graffiti. very inspiring.
A Modern Menace?, 30 Dec 2002
I found this book a pleaseure to read and something I could be proud to own. The book contains examples of stencil art from around the world, although a lot seems to be from within the UK - some of the work has a political message, some comments on society in general, but a lot of it is just good fun (like artist Thomas Baumgartel who sprays whole walls with images of bananas). There is a brief introduction into the history of stencil art and stencil graffiti, then the book is separated into chapters each focusing on different artists, groups or themes (ie.faces, figures, ccartoons, tribal art etc). Each chapter has a few paragraphs of explanitory text which is actually worth reading, unlike some other design books I've read. A lovely book to look at but even better if you actually read it!
Sticker heaven, 11 Sep 2008
This is a collection of stickers of many sizes and shapes and colours which range from fun to bizarre. The styles are varied, from the familiar to the wacky, and reflect numerous cultural influences from graffiti to hippy pop art. My daughter (12) has been mobbed at school by people wanting them. I'd say it was of great interest to kids of all ages and genders - it is well made as a book and is set out well and would serve as much as a reference or coffee table book as it does a source of stickers.
Brilliant Stickers, 02 Sep 2008
This is an excellent book filled with a massive selection of quality stickers. If you like stickers, you'll love this. Most of them have a graffiti feel to them, but some are like mini works of art and are very detailed.
I've already started putting them on everything I own.
Only gets one star dropped for the books smell- its very strong like varnish. But some people might like that! I'm sure it will fade.
Strikingly beautiful, 22 Sep 2008
When I was teaching high school in the Los Angeles area in the early 1990s the subject of graffiti was contentious. People on the right saw it as defacing public and private property and promoting illegal lifestyles. Those on the left tended to be more tolerant. I had some taggers in my classroom, one of whom was very talented. I had him to do a magazine style report on "writing." It was very good. But I was advised by a colleague not to "reward" such behavior. I found it interesting that KRESS in his introduction states that he began writing "around 1994 and was influenced by the graffiti in Los Angeles."
It seemed to me at first that "bombing" was just marking territory such as when a tiger sprays his domain. And perhaps that was the case. But today many of the taggers are artists, and some are not only very talented, but hardworking and creative. Remo Camerota, who is originally from Australia, took thousands of photos of graffiti in some of the major cities of Japan while befriending and working with local artists. The result is this beautiful compilation.
I had to use a magnifying glass on some of the artwork. There is a lot of intricate detail in Japanese graffiti and a clear emphasis on color. I liked the flow and the movement of the writing. The style is bold and expressive with hints of something underlying and secret. Remo says that he would not have been able to find a lot of the graffiti without the help of the writers who showed him their hidden places.
The way the book is put together with interviews with the various writers along with glossy photos of their work brings to life not only the world of the writing "crews" but of modern Japan itself. Each city has its own scene and style according to KRESS.
This isn't your father's graffiti. These artists have taken tagging to an entirely new level in terms of artistic expression and achievement. The photography in this book serves not only to show us the art, which will weather and eventually disappear, but to capture it for generations to come.
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Customer Reviews
Why? They ask me. Why does he do it?, 06 Oct 2008
Well, it is art and it is very hard to someone to explain the reason why he's an artist don't you think?
"Why" was the question several of my colleges at work asked me when I received this little book from Amazon this morning. First they've asked me why does he do it and then, why did I bought it. To the first question I answered that Slinkachu is an artist and this is his art. For the second question I didn't need to answer anything. Just passed the book to their hands and let them see for themselves.
I've been following Slinkachu work on the Internet for some time now and when I knew this book was on sale, I just had to bought it. A little book that's a lot for the money., 02 Oct 2008
An entertaining and extremely interesting form of street art, this little gem will appeal to anyone interested in street art: it's a must if you're a fan of Banksy! Each piece has a shot showing its surroundings as well as a macro shot with its title. You really do empathise with each little figure! I'm sure any student would be happy to add this to his or her collection. Brilliant street art, 05 Sep 2008
This is a really brilliant idea, and great "little" book. The idea is simple - take small people (1 inch high or so), paint them and put them somewhere, create a story around them, and take close up (macro) shots.
throw in some heartfelt life messages, and you have this book. It's a great alternative view on life, and life in London specifically.
Recommended. Excellent, 05 Sep 2008
It's strange how something like this can be beautiful and hold so much emotion, but I guess that's the whole point of art.
Flick through and you're reminded that we're all little people at the end of the day. Slink captures that lost, vulnerable feeling we all get sometimes and then throws in the comic moments too.
I first saw "Dreams of packing it all in" when I was trapped in a big corporate and had just been prescribed the happy pills. It now takes pride of place on my self-employed office wall and reminds me of how things used to be.
And at this price, cannot we all afford some art in our lives? The cleaned up version, 12 Apr 2008
There are a significant number of entries that tell you where the banksy graffitti used to be, before it was scrubbed.... provides a good guide to the efforts of the cleaners... but there are a few worthwhile entries ... i would not have felt cheated by a thinner book. What a bloody amazing book, 06 Mar 2007
I got into Banksy last year when he went to LA and had the Barley Legal show. His work is amazing, I just didn't realise how much of it actually existed on the streets of London! And loads of its is still in excellent condition too, some hidden off the beaten track, others in alleyways no one would ever think to walk down.
Without this book I think it would have taken me the best part of a year of walking through London to find these. I took the book out a few weekends in a row when travelling into London, and I had pretty much seen them all! The little tips given throughout the book are a good addition too, giving you points of interest along the way to look out for.
Also, its not just all Banksy, there are loads of other tips for spotting graffiti all over the capital city.
A really brilliant book, sod jack the ripper tours. Given me Banksy Location Tours any day of the week me old china plate! Great book, 03 May 2008
This is brilliant, a must for any Bristolian who may remember seeing the work around Bristol before all the hype. If you aren't from Bristol, this book will show you lots of Banksy work that can't be seen anywhere else. Quality. Really good, 15 Jan 2008
half-expecting some sort of cheap rip-off I was surprised to find that this book's really great. Lots of full-colour pictures of Banksy's best Bristol works and a few real gems of never-seen-before stuff. The text is pretty intelligent too, but it's the pictures that make it a must-have. Nice hardback coffee-table production values too, and very well priced.
more Graffiti, 27 Sep 2007
as a collector it seems of books on graffiti, this is another one i have added to my collection. full of the same kinds of images you have seen in other books, it does show some new ones and more creative examples. the only thing i don't like is the binding, which has fallen apart already leaving pages hanging on. I sat down in Waterstones and started to read this book, and I was there for over an hour! This book is brilliant!!!!, 04 Jun 2007
This book is absolutely brilliant. It has loads and loads of different graff artists' works in here and they are all good. I know a lot about graffiti so this isn't coming from a toy. This book proves that graffiti is art whether you like it or not. You will read this book over and over again as it is so good. Every time I go to a book shop I read this book for a bit; maybe some day I'll actually get it. Anyway, this book is great and Cope 2 is wicked. fantastic, 22 Feb 2006
Not knowing a lot about graffiti, i found this to be an excellent introduction to the many differnt styles that are out there today, since this is one of the most up to date books around. Drawbacks of trying to be so comprehensive are inevitable in that it won't include everyone that you want it to but that doesn't stop this being a real jaw dropper. Some of the pieces in this book are mind boggling, both in style and complexity, whilst others show how different graf can be from one person to the next. It's hard not to have respect for people that can do this kinda stuff with spraycans. I like it, 15 Aug 2005
despite of all the bad reviews, I have to say I love this book, I am no graffiti expert, actually I know nothing about it. But I am fasicnated with all the great works out there,and I wanna see more and learn something. this book could be my guide, or at least a feast to my eyes. there are 370 pages! this is not an encyclopedia, and I don't care about the works in the 1970's. Very valid art, 16 Jul 2005
Graffiti is now a recognised art form, reflecting current mores of society more than anything else. This is why some of it's images are so disturbing. It's artists are being villified in the same way as the impressionists were in the 19th. century. Just try and buy a Degas or Monet now! The global nature of the great art movement which is graffiti is well described and illustrated in this book which is easy to read and is of high quality. Read, study and learn! Getting through the walls - a worthwhile purchase, 07 Oct 2008
An insightful look into the life of uber cool Parisian street artist/stencil king Blek le Rat. Great images, many unseen. A must have book for all you urban art afficinados. Eclectic, inspiring and highly recommended., 29 May 2006
The text to image ratio in Stencil Graffiti is perfect; the right amount of information is included to leave the pictures open to your thoughts without leaving you entirely in the dark. Tristan Manco often uses quotes and opinions from the artists themselves which adds to the free and unpretentious nature of this book.
But back to the pictures- Manco proves himself to be an excellent editor and compiler of images as well as words. They are amazing and 99% are of extremely high and clear quality. Simply presented and taken from so many different world locations, parts of buildings and street furniture, inside and outside- they consistently inspire. In the right places they are cropped for detail or taken from a few steps back to show that graffiti is as much about position as it is message, colour, shape, texture and style.
The line between graffiti and vandalism is subjective- but I honestly think that even the most anti-graffiti people and pre-teenage children scrawling words on underpasses would be able to find something to admire in this book. Personally, I feel that all of these artists have crossed this line in these images to the point where it's a distant blur.
An okay introduction, 06 Feb 2005
I'm glad that I bought this book, mainly for the pictures. Stencil Graffiti, 12 May 2003
This is a great book. As soon I I read it I had to buy it. The book is well designed and laid out and has a good balance of interesting text and high quality photographs. Tristan Manco has explored the origins of Stencil Graffiti and has interviewed many artists for their insight to their work and the world of Stencil Graffiti. Buy now!
Amazing graffiti stencil book, 05 Jan 2003
This book is amazing. it covers a wide range of different stencils, from symbols to protest. It also includes a great section that focusses on individual artists - the lengendary Banksy, Shepard Fairey, etc. This book is a must for anyone interested in stencil graffiti. very inspiring.
A Modern Menace?, 30 Dec 2002
I found this book a pleaseure to read and something I could be proud to own. The book contains examples of stencil art from around the world, although a lot seems to be from within the UK - some of the work has a political message, some comments on society in general, but a lot of it is just good fun (like artist Thomas Baumgartel who sprays whole walls with images of bananas). There is a brief introduction into the history of stencil art and stencil graffiti, then the book is separated into chapters each focusing on different artists, groups or themes (ie.faces, figures, ccartoons, tribal art etc). Each chapter has a few paragraphs of explanitory text which is actually worth reading, unlike some other design books I've read. A lovely book to look at but even better if you actually read it!
Sticker heaven, 11 Sep 2008
This is a collection of stickers of many sizes and shapes and colours which range from fun to bizarre. The styles are varied, from the familiar to the wacky, and reflect numerous cultural influences from graffiti to hippy pop art. My daughter (12) has been mobbed at school by people wanting them. I'd say it was of great interest to kids of all ages and genders - it is well made as a book and is set out well and would serve as much as a reference or coffee table book as it does a source of stickers.
Brilliant Stickers, 02 Sep 2008
This is an excellent book filled with a massive selection of quality stickers. If you like stickers, you'll love this. Most of them have a graffiti feel to them, but some are like mini works of art and are very detailed.
I've already started putting them on everything I own.
Only gets one star dropped for the books smell- its very strong like varnish. But some people might like that! I'm sure it will fade.
Strikingly beautiful, 22 Sep 2008
When I was teaching high school in the Los Angeles area in the early 1990s the subject of graffiti was contentious. People on the right saw it as defacing public and private property and promoting illegal lifestyles. Those on the left tended to be more tolerant. I had some taggers in my classroom, one of whom was very talented. I had him to do a magazine style report on "writing." It was very good. But I was advised by a colleague not to "reward" such behavior. I found it interesting that KRESS in his introduction states that he began writing "around 1994 and was influenced by the graffiti in Los Angeles."
It seemed to me at first that "bombing" was just marking territory such as when a tiger sprays his domain. And perhaps that was the case. But today many of the taggers are artists, and some are not only very talented, but hardworking and creative. Remo Camerota, who is originally from Australia, took thousands of photos of graffiti in some of the major cities of Japan while befriending and working with local artists. The result is this beautiful compilation.
I had to use a magnifying glass on some of the artwork. There is a lot of intricate detail in Japanese graffiti and a clear emphasis on color. I liked the flow and the movement of the writing. The style is bold and expressive with hints of something underlying and secret. Remo says that he would not have been able to find a lot of the graffiti without the help of the writers who showed him their hidden places.
The way the book is put together with interviews with the various writers along with glossy photos of their work brings to life not only the world of the writing "crews" but of modern Japan itself. Each city has its own scene and style according to KRESS.
This isn't your father's graffiti. These artists have taken tagging to an entirely new level in terms of artistic expression and achievement. The photography in this book serves not only to show us the art, which will weather and eventually disappear, but to capture it for generations to come.
An Absolute Must For Grafitti Perverts....., 13 May 2008
Like grafitti / street art - Yes!
Enjoy erotic photography - Yes !
Like Hot Sexy Vixens / alternative girls & the 'girl next door' - oh Yeah!
Then your gonna love this book...great chunky compact design with heavyweight pages filled with awesome shots of girls in various underwear or naked with bubblegum-pop colours of traditional style grafitti on their hot bodies....
Looking through the book you just know that there was more than art & photography going on with the models...how lucky can you get !!!!
Buy it Now !!!!
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Customer Reviews
Why? They ask me. Why does he do it?, 06 Oct 2008
Well, it is art and it is very hard to someone to explain the reason why he's an artist don't you think?
"Why" was the question several of my colleges at work asked me when I received this little book from Amazon this morning. First they've asked me why does he do it and then, why did I bought it. To the first question I answered that Slinkachu is an artist and this is his art. For | | |