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A photographic collection, with introductions and captions, thoroughly documenting the contemporary New York City aerosol art scene, featuring works across four sections: street art, style writing, murals, and social justice. Readers can explore the world of contemporary aerosol art with Aerosol Art Kings: Photographs of Street Art in New York City, 2018–2024. This visually captivating book showcases over 200 photographs documenting New York City's dynamic street art culture, capturing the ever-evolving public art scene. Featuring images from iconic festivals and spontaneous works across the city, Aerosol Art Kings offers a permanent record of the ephemeral beauty found in aerosol art. Key Features: . Ephemeral art documented: A “live” artifact that captures fleeting artworks that have since been painted over and others that can still be seen . Artist recognition: Includes names and Instagram handles of featured artists, offering opportunities for continued exploration . Expert perspective: Introduction by TK Mills, editor in chief of Up Magazine, offering insight into the global and local aerosol art movements . Author credentials: Kurt Boone is a writer, poet, and photographer with unparalleled access to and knowledge of the street art and artists of New York City A must-have for street art collectors and enthusiasts, this book preserves the vibrant and ever-evolving history of New York's aerosol art scene. AUTHOR: Kurt Boone, a New York–based writer, poet, and photographer, focuses on urban street cultures and has authored over 30 books, with works in prestigious collections like MoMA and the Schomburg Center. He's documented NYC street art since 2018, exhibited his photography, appeared on PBS Metro Focus, and contributes to Up Magazine. He lives in Newark, New Jersey. 247 colour photographs

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Kurt Boone, a New York–based writer, poet, and photographer, focuses on urban street cultures and has authored over 30 books, with works in prestigious collections like MoMA and the Schomburg Center. He’s documented NYC street art since 2018, exhibited his photography, appeared on PBS Metro Focus, and contributes to Up Magazine. He lives in Newark, New Jersey. T. K. Mills is the editor in chief of UP Magazine, a street-art publication based in New York City. After receiving a master’s degree in global affairs, he discovered a love for graffiti while backpacking through Cuba and pursued life as a writer. Outside of UP, T. K. enjoys writing poetry, personal travel essays, and occasionally short stories. His work has been published in the Smart Set, the Vignette Review, Genre Urban Arts, and Eternal Remedy, among other publications. Beyond art, T. K. loves reading and traveling. Follow T. K. on Instagram at @t.k.m85

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