Discover the profound impact of street art with this compelling monograph by renowned Chicago artist Dont Fret. Highlighting his journey and the vibrant character of Wicker Park, this hardback masterpiece features a stunning collection of his wheat-pasted characters and witty commentary that have captivated urban environments from Săo Paulo to Helsinki. Measuring 216 x 279 mm and comprising 304 pages, this beautifully designed book is a must-have for art enthusiasts, urban explorers, and fans of contemporary street art.

Dont Fret, the consummate wiseguy and documentarian of working people, uses his art to reflect and critique urban life—addressing issues that resonate with the everyday experiences of city dwellers. This essential work not only showcases the evolution of his street and gallery work over the last decade but also includes heartfelt anecdotes from fellow artists and friends, complemented by a foreword from noted writer Steven P. Harrington.

Whether you're seeking to enhance your art collection or looking for a perfect gift for a street art lover, this book provides a rich, engaging insight into the mind and ethos of a true street artist. With our commitment to fast and reliable shipping, order now to enjoy seamless delivery across New Zealand, free of unexpected import charges, customs duties, or taxes. Experience the raw creativity and urban storytelling of Dont Fret today!

CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 216 x 279 mm
Pages: 304
Bind: hardback
Author: Dont Fret Publisher: Schiffer Books
Publication Date: 28-10-2019

Consummate wiseguy, documentarian of working people, and “vaguely anonymous human” Dont Fret is one of Chicago’s most visible street artists, best known for his wheat-pasted characters and snarky musings that populate city streets worldwide. Simultaneously sardonic, biting, and fond, the bluntness of his figures and texts—often “belonging” to the neighborhood they inhabit—skewers the obvious and reflects the normalized-until-numbed issues of the city back at the passerby experiencing them firsthand. While his work has stretched from Săo Paulo to Helsinki, he remains a true Wicker Park native, digging into the character(s) of Chicago—the stew of down-and-out and up-and-up, the meatpackers, the artists, the street-wise, and the stupid. The first comprehensive survey of Dont Fret’s work/life thus far, this monograph showcases a decade of his street and gallery work and features memories and anecdotes from fellow artists and friends, as well as a foreword by writer and Brooklyn Street Art co-founder Steven P. Harrington.

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