graffiti

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At the Brant Foundation, Haring’s meteoric rise—from a graffiti artist decorating empty ad spaces in the subway in 1980 to international stardom by 1984—is recounted through some 50 objects.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

He makes clear that the eventual titans of streetwear were scrappy entrepreneurs who merged graffiti, break dancing, hip-hop, punk rock and skateboarding, all gestures of rebellion they cleverly merchandised.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

The city needs to provide clean sidewalks, street lighting and graffiti removal before consumers and businesses return, he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2026

Heritage wardens who patrol Westminster Square 24 hours a day alerted the police to the graffiti, the spokesperson added.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

Covered with graffiti, perhaps, or even an ill-conceived coat of paint, but underneath it all the glow of the White City persists.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson