Jul
07
2010
Philadelphia Murals and the Stories They Tell
Posted by THAT Painter Lady in Faux Painters
Product Description
In June 1984, Jane Golden, a young muralist from Margate, New Jersey, headed up a project that was originally planned as a six-week youth program in the fledgling Philadelphia Anti-Graffiti Network. This small exercise in fighting graffiti grew into the most vibrant public art project in the United States. Led by Golden and dozens of artists, neighborhood residents, and volunteers, the Philadelphia Mural Arts Program has adorned the city with over two thousan… More >>
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What a surprise I had in learning that Philadelphia, a city I’ve lived in for over ten years, has over 2,000 murals. And,in this book, they are beautifully displayed (well, not all 2000) and discussed. I learned about the artists who created the murals, the communities where the murals are, and just lots of interesting details about the mural arts program in Philadelphia–the most prolific in the country. And, I can’t say enough about how spectacularly beautiful the photographs are. If you’re ever in Philadelphia, you must buy this book and take a stroll through some of the neighborhoods that house the murals. There’s even a map.
Rating: 5 / 5
This beautiful book tells the story of the wonderful murals that you see all over Philadelphia. It is more than just a pretty book,however, because it is also the story of Jane Golden and how the Philadelphia Anti-Graffiti Network started and how it has grown over the years. The pictures are photographed with amazing accuracy, and the authors have maintained a professional attitude while making the reader feel compelled to continue reading. The book makes you want to see in person all the wondrous walls that Jane Golden and her muralists have created. A great gift and an even greater find.
Rating: 5 / 5
The first of two books and an eye opener as well. I had always love seeing these as I traveled around, but until I open the book I did not know we had so many and how they came to be. Well done to Jane Golden for collecting these for us.
Rating: 4 / 5
And I do mean incredible!!! I am so happy I live in Philadelphia – just because it is the home to the spectacular murals featured in this beautiful book!!!
The best part about this book is that it brings the murals right into your home – so you can enjoy each one (and its story) at your leisure!!!
Just look at the cover – that mural alone is worth the price of the book – what a statement – talk about ‘brotherly love’!!!
Rating: 5 / 5
Love Philadelphia and Love the idea of murals, DEFINATELY pick up this book. From whimsical murals to political murals to very modular murals, this book is filled with a bit of the cultural flavor that can be found in the City of Brotherly Love.
Rating: 5 / 5