JonOne

JonOne – Graffiti / Gestural Abstraction
Birth: November 17, 1963, New York, USA

Heritage: Dominican origin, raised in Harlem

Stage name: Jon156

Residence: Lives and works in Paris since 1987
Movement: Graffiti, Abstract Expressionism, Street Art
Artistic Journey

JonOne began doing graffiti at the age of 17 in the streets of Harlem, inspired by tagged subway trains and hip-hop culture. In 1984, he founded the 156 All Starz crew, a pioneering group in New York's graffiti scene. In 1987, he moved to Paris, where his work evolved from street art to abstract painting on canvas. His style blends dynamic calligraphy, vivid colors, and urban energy, which propelled him onto the international stage. He exhibits in major galleries and collaborates with prestigious brands such as Daum and Gien.
Major Works
Match Point (1993): First record-breaking sale in France, symbolizing the recognition of graffiti as contemporary art.
The Fall (2017): A vibrant lithograph combining abstraction and urban gesture, produced in an edition of 199.
Straight Facts (2022): A colorful silkscreen on a black background, illustrating his signature style merging calligraphy and abstraction.
Visions of an Angel (2019): A luminous lithograph in warm tones, blending energy with spirituality.
World Stars (2024): A series of paintings evoking diversity and universality through dynamic compositions.
Style and Influences
Characteristics: Gestural calligraphy, bold colors, dynamic compositions
Influences: New York graffiti, Abstract Expressionism, hip-hop culture
Materials: Acrylic paint, spray paint, ink, lithography, silkscreen printing
Recognition and Legacy
Exhibitions: Shown in prestigious galleries in Paris, New York, Tokyo, Seoul, Dubai
Collaborations: With brands such as Daum, Gien, and Boccara
Market Value: Considered one of the most highly rated artists in contemporary street art
Full name: John Andrew Perello, known as JonOne
Quote

"Color is my breath."