Jean-Michel Basquiat artist
Jean-Michel Basquiat born Dec 22, 1960 died Aug 12, 1988.
He immersed himself in the New York City graffiti scene in the 1970’s. Influenced by street art, he combined drawing and painting with to make political statements. He became friends with fellow artist Any Warhol and the pair created art together in the 1980’s. Jean passed away when he was just 27, but his influence continues to today.