JR: Can Art Change the World?

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10/1/24

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9781838668570

Published by

Phaidon Press

JR: Can Art Change the World?

Immerse yourself in the powerful world of JR, one of the most influential contemporary artists, with "JR: Can Art Change the World"?

This extraordinary monograph, filled with stunning photography, charts JR's collaborative projects executed across the globe.

Created in close collaboration with the artist, the book features chapters on each of JR's major bodies of work—from Expo2Rue, using the street as his canvas to launch his career, to The Chronicles of Miami, which opened in November 2023.

Explore JR's collaborations with prestigious institutions and artists such as the New York City Ballet, acclaimed film director Agnès Varda, and Time magazine.

The book includes a foreword by Hollywood legend George Lucas, a specially commissioned graphic novel by comic artist Joseph Remnant, an updated survey essay by Nato Thompson, and a short piece by Italian film director Alice Rohrwacher.

"JR: Can Art Change the World?" is a compelling narrative that showcases the impact of JR's art in redefining public spaces and engaging communities worldwide.

Discover the artist's journey and the stories behind his awe-inspiring projects in this beautifully designed volume.