BARBARA KRUGER
Known for directive slogans used in red bold text over black-and-white photographs found in magazines her visual language was strongly influenced by her early work as a graphic designer.
What I enjoy about her work is how captivating it is through simplicity. I enjoy the juxtaposition between black and white imagery and strong bold text. with this piece, in particular, I think it makes a great commentary on consumerism with a play on well known philosophical term ‘I think therefore I am’.
Streetwear brands such as supreme and Obey have so closely replicated her typography style. Which I think is testament how influential her work has been.
JR
what i enjoy about JR work is the way he interconnects photography with real work and using humility of humans in his work. creating a feeling of connection between people. the way in interconnects with the environment is placed it and how this the lets his art take on a life of its own as feel connect to his work. Furthering the narrative of it. Something thats always interested me about. JR is how his very much seen as a part of the street art world but is heavily focused on photography which makes his stand out as an artist for me.
