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Stik Hardcover – June 7, 2016

by Stik (Author)

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The first collected volume of work from feted street artist Stik, fully illustrated and beautifully presented

“Social change is what art does. I don’t know what else there is, to be honest. Social change seems to me the primary function of art. I feel that’s my duty. That’s why I’m here. That’s what art is supposed to do.” —Stik

Stik first came to notoriety as an underground street artist who painted life-size stick figures during the night around London’s East End. As a firm believer in the right to protest, the freedom of speech, and basic human rights, Stik has now painted murals in cities, towns, and villages all over the world, focusing his work in communities that face repression and disenfranchisement.

Having gained an international following, Stik credits his audience with the intelligence to fill in the emotional details of his work, which always consists of just six lines and two dots. Each piece is a meditation.

This is the first collected volume of his work to date. It reveals the political and artistic inspiration behind an emerging voice whose work stands alongside Banksy and Keith Haring among true activists in the street art community.

The first edition includes an exclusive limited edition lithographic print inside the book in either blue or orange.

Print length

224 pages
Language

English
Publisher

Penguin Books
Publication date

June 7, 2016
Dimensions

8.7 x 1 x 10.51 inches
ISBN-10

0143108786
ISBN-13

978-0143108788
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“As the first volume to explore his now-global repertoire, it's clear that Stik's work is more than just expressive dexterity. As he explains: ‘Perhaps it is the simplicity of these figures, just six lines and two dots, that speaks to people from all walks of life.’” —Interview Magazine

“Forget Banksy. The next hot London street artist is Stik, whose stick-figure graffiti tells the story of London’s East End neighborhood in the face of gentrification. Stik was homeless when he started painting, squatting in vacant East End buildings with a group of activists who helped him get back on his feet. Now he’s a full-time artist, and Stik gives his artfully naive graffiti the full coffee table book treatment.” —Vox (A Vox.com Book to Read this Summer)

A Wall Street Journal Summer Eye Candy pick

“An unusual little tall man, this Stik man.Deceptively simple, he expresses profound truths that are anything but. . . . Now comes a handsome tome in red canvas that tells more about this artist who has been staying mum for so long.” —Brooklyn Street Art

About the Author

Stik is an outsider artist, having never received a higher education. During periods of homelessness, in order to make ends meet, he regularly worked as an artist's life model at the Royal Academy of Art and Central Saint Martin's. It was here that he gained an accidental education in fine art. Stik now travels the world painting giant murals and bringing awareness and aid to the dispossessed and homeless wherever he goes. He lives in London.

Product details

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Penguin Books (June 7, 2016)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 224 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0143108786
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0143108788
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.9 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.7 x 1 x 10.51 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #3,070,504 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #749 in Graffiti & Street Art
- #2,531 in Individual Artists' Books
- #5,308 in Pop Culture Art

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Brent White

You Don’t Know Stik

Reviewed in the United States on October 1, 2023

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This is an artist who should be better known. This interesting pictorial of Stik’s work and growth as an artist is just the beginning. I’m excited to see where the journey continues.

Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2023

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Good condition - very pleased!

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Meryl Easson

Even better than description

Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2019

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The description of this book was perfect. I arrived well packed and quickly.
I can't believe the low price for a book in such excellent condition and I
am delighted to have it.

Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2019

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Very nice book. Good pictures. Interesting.

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