‘Keith Haring: 1978-1982,’ Brooklyn Museum Exhibition, Examines Pop Artist’s Early Works And Socio-Political Relevance

“The show’s curators have wisely looked beyond the cartoonish, almost childlike dancers, flying saucers and barking dogs which have become synonymous with Haring’s work (though all are, of course, represented throughout), incorporating notebook sketches, collages, photos videos and other multimedia components which investigate his role as a historical curator and student, in addition to his passion for the vibrant nightlife of early ’80s New York.”

“The result is a visually stunning, though surprisingly intimate, look at one of the art world’s best-known (and perhaps, most misunderstood) figures to emerge during the latter part of the 20th century. Organizers have also taken great care to show how Haring’s frequently mimicked “visual vocabulary” has deeper roots that go beyond its seemingly simple aesthetic.”