“Futura: Full Frame” is a captivating book by Magda Danysz, exploring the life of the legendary graffiti artist, Futura, also known as Lenny Mc Gurr. The book spans his creative journey from the 1980s to the present day, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the artist at work over the decades and a comprehensive showcase of his artworks.
The quote, “I guess I must admire the need to set things on fire,” taken from Futura’s collaboration with the punk band The Clash, aptly encapsulates his approach to his entire creative career. Regarded as the father of abstract graffiti, Futura commenced his artistic journey in the 1970s by “bombing” the trains of his hometown, New York. He later translated this distinctive style onto canvas, earning acclaim from art luminaries like Keith Haring and Jean-Michel Basquiat.

FUTURA’s influence extended far beyond the realm of art; he became a prominent figure in youth culture, forging collaborations with iconic brands such as NIKE, Levi’s, Vans, Hennessey, and Medicom Toys, in addition to establishing his own brand, Futura Laboratories. For over four decades, he has remained at the forefront of street art, continually pushing the boundaries of his craft.

This ground-breaking book is the first ever to bring together the fruits of his extraordinary creativity in one place. Enriched with a diverse collection of photographs, this coffee table book offers a comprehensive overview of Futura’s artistic journey, spanning from his early origins to his most recent creations. It is destined to captivate not only devoted fans of his work but also aficionados of fine books, seeking a high-quality and visually captivating addition to their collections.

“As an abstract graffiti artist, Futura opened the door to a new form of creativity, paving the road for the most important art movement of the century to blossom. His contribution and the way he inspired then generations of street artists turned him into an American legend.” – Madga Danysz

“Futura was one of those artists – and they were very, very rare – who had the original style to evolve beyond graffiti.” – Charlie Ahearn

Printed in Italy