STREET ARTIST

Jean-Michel Basquiat was born on December 22, 1960 in Brooklyn, New York. He first gained attention for his graffiti under the name SAMO in New York City. He sold sweatshirts and postcards with his artwork on the streets before his painting career took off. He collaborated with Andy Warhol, which resulted in a sample of his work. Basquiat died on August 12, 1988 in New York City.

Works by Jean-Michel Basquiat