Ever since I learned about Jean-Michel I thought he was a very interesting character. Like many other people I find of interest, he died at a young age from his own extra cirricular activities. This young man was one of the first people to start as a street based artist and cross the lines into mainstream galleries. Yet, his work still remained interesting. He also starred in a film I own called "downtown 81" which really captures the raw NYC of the early 80's. Even has cameo's from hip hop icon Fab 5 freddy, of which Basquiat was a friend. He also was involved in music as well. For now the frog prophet will suggest you watch this footage of Basquiat and Warhol.
