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“For the art-historically informed, no art has truly shocked since November 19, 1971, when Chris Burden had himself shot in the arm by a friend, at F-Space in Santa Ana, California. Sliced cows and surgically altering one's own face is aftershock art.”

Quote by Mark Kostabi

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Mark Kostabi is an American artist known for his contributions to graffiti art and Abstract Expressionism. His works blend various styles and techniques, enjoying popularity among both the art world and the public. more

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