An Aesthetic is a comprehensive visual exploration of the punk movement’s influence on art, design, and culture from the mid-1970s onward. Curated by Jon Savage, renowned music journalist and author of England’s Dreaming, and featuring an introduction by acclaimed novelist William Gibson, this 352-page volume delves into the raw energy and DIY ethos that defined punk’s aesthetic. The book showcases a diverse array of visuals, including album covers, concert posters, zines, fashion photography, and artwork from influential figures like Jamie Reid, Vivienne Westwood, and Raymond Pettibon. Published by Rizzoli, it offers readers an immersive journey through punk’s rebellious visual language, highlighting its enduring impact on contemporary art and design. PUNK: An Aesthetic serves as both a historical document and a celebration of a subculture that challenged norms and inspired generations.
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Noah Becker is a multidisciplinary artist, writer, publisher, and jazz saxophonist whose orbit bridges contemporary art and urban culture. As the founding editor of “Whitehot Magazine”, Becker has carved a space for incisive criticism and art world commentary, while maintaining an active studio practice in painting. His visual work merges portraiture with layered abstraction, often meditating on cultural iconography and personal identity. Equally at ease writing essays or improvising live on stage, Becker exemplifies the polymath spirit. His multifaceted output reflects a commitment to creative friction—where visual, written, and sonic languages intersect without boundaries.
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Noah Becker is a multidisciplinary artist, writer, publisher, and jazz saxophonist whose orbit bridges contemporary art and urban culture. As the founding editor of “Whitehot Magazine”, Becker has carved a space for incisive criticism and art world commentary, while maintaining an active studio practice in painting. His visual work merges portraiture with layered abstraction, often meditating on cultural iconography and personal identity. Equally at ease writing essays or improvising live on stage, Becker exemplifies the polymath spirit. His multifaceted output reflects a commitment to creative friction—where visual, written, and sonic languages intersect without boundaries.
An Aesthetic is a comprehensive visual exploration of the punk movement’s influence on art, design, and culture from the mid-1970s onward. Curated by Jon Savage, renowned music journalist and author of England’s Dreaming, and featuring an introduction by acclaimed novelist William Gibson, this 352-page volume delves into the raw energy and DIY ethos that defined punk’s aesthetic. The book showcases a diverse array of visuals, including album covers, concert posters, zines, fashion photography, and artwork from influential figures like Jamie Reid, Vivienne Westwood, and Raymond Pettibon. Published by Rizzoli, it offers readers an immersive journey through punk’s rebellious visual language, highlighting its enduring impact on contemporary art and design. PUNK: An Aesthetic serves as both a historical document and a celebration of a subculture that challenged norms and inspired generations. Noah Becker, Rizzoli, Music, Photography, 2017 Rizzoli 978-0847836628 Noah Becker 2017