“It’s not who you are that holds you back, it’s who you think you’re not.”

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Jean-Michel Basquiat

Jean-Michel Basquiat took the New York art scene by storm in the 1980s, when he became famous for his mixed-media works incorporating crowns, skulls and cryptic words. Basquiat’s art was influenced by a vast range of sources, from his personal experiences and cultural background to the worlds of graffiti, jazz, African art, and Western art history. He synthesized these influences into a unique and powerful visual language that resonated with themes of race, identity, and social commentary.

Learn about Jean-Michel Basquiat and create your own painting inspired by his work, using acrylic paint and oil pastels on canvas.

Tickets include lesson, all art materials and coveralls to protect your clothing.

Basquiat in his studio:

Basquiat Studio Night at ArtsClub: