Revolution Graffiti
The Egyptian Revolution of 2011 saw a new generation of social and political culture, with artists playing a significant role in spreading messages of social change. ‘Revolution Graffiti Street Art of the New Egypt’ explores how graffiti and street art have become present in a country where they were previously unseen.
‘Revolution Graffiti Street Art of the New Egypt’ documents the development of street art across Cairo and other Egyptian cities. From scribbled politically charged messages through to detailed murals and stencil works, the language of Egyptian street art takes many forms.
The title is broken down into key themes which explore ‘revolution and freedom’, ‘Egyptian and proud’, ‘cross and crescent’ and ‘martyrs and heroes’. A series of interviews provide an insight into the power of the art form and explore how graffiti has become an important tool used to promote messages of a political nature.
‘Revolution Graffiti Street Art of the New Egypt’ is written and photographed by Mia Gröndahl whose work has a focus on graffiti. Featuring a foreword by author/designer Tristan Manco, the title is published by Thames and Hudson.
