Born on May 4, 1958 in his hometown of Reading, Pennsylvania. His father was Allen Haring and mother Joan Haring. Keith Haring had 3 younger sisters that he grew up with. Keith ended up studying commercial arts at Pittsburgh's Ivy School of Professional arts but he dropped out. Keith found inspiration in graffiti and began making his own graffiti on subways with chalk that attracted a lot of attention. He was part of social activist and alive during major historical events like: moon landing, gay rights movement, Nixon Scandal and Bloody Sunday. Some of his most famous art is "Radiant Baby," "Crack is Wack," and "Andy Mouse." Keith struggled with his sexuality and AIDS. He ended up dying on February 16, 1990 from AIDS.
Crack is wack! always makes me think of Whitney Houston... I've seen these pieces before, I think, but never knew about the artist. Such a distinct style. Thanks, Erin!
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