The mix of graffiti, illustration, comic language, psychedelic art
and strong color combinations of organic and geometric forms with
vectorial patterns is typical for Highraff (1977). This
artist, born and raised in São Paulo, takes his inspiration from
natural forms like the sun and the moon, stars, plants, animals, cells,
atoms and planets, as well as from the spirit world, represented by
natural elements like earth, wind, water and fire and sacred ancient
art.
For Highraff graffiti is transient, a visual shout in the city; art
made to be seen immediately. Painting in public space is a way to bring
happiness and reflection to an unknown audience that passes in the
streets and unconsciously observes while following its daily routine.
His art is as a conversation between visual pollution such as publicity,
abandoned or neglected areas and architecture. The absence of nature in
big cities such as São Paulo is a sad fact that makes Highraff feel the
urge to remind people with his art about the importance of nature in
our life.
Highgraff exhibited in several renowned galleries and museums around
the world of which in São Paulo, New York and Denver (USA), Milano
(Italy) and Austria.
Source: photos/highraff
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