Keith Haring

Keith Haring in 1986

Keith Haring (May 4 1958 –February 14, 1990) was a pre-eminent artist and social activist whose work responded to the New York street culture of the 1980s.

Quotes

• The only way art lives is through the experience of the observer. The reality of art begins with the eyes of the beholder, through imagination, invention and confrontation.
  • Haring – Art in Transit The Keith Haring Foundation

• Whatever you do, the only secret is to believe in it and satisfy yourself. Don't do it for anyone else.
  • Letter to Michael