American artist Keith Haring, who rose from rapidly-rendered chalk sketches in NYC’s subway tunnels to become an international figure, was born in Reading, Pennsylvania on this day in 1958. Beginning with his “Radiant Baby” figure and stylings, Haring eventually took his works into the public murals sphere, creating socially conscious pieces addressing the AIDS crisis and Crack epidemic.
A global effort to restore Keith Haring’s murals is celebrating the pop artist’s legacy and political activism.
Coronavirus murals are popping up all over the world in support of frontline workers The arts have always been a source of comfort and solace…
Creativity and creative minds are an enigma we all want to understand. We’re taught as school-age children that creativity is the gold standard for education.…
Sidewalk chalk art can include simple designs or complex masterpieces. With more time at home, chalk art provides a fun activity everyone can enjoy. The…
Born on a Trans-Siberian train on this day in 1938, Rudolph Nureyev began formal ballet training at age 17 and was immediately elevated to soloist…
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