SEEN aka Richard Mirando (1967) (us)

Seen, born Richard Mirando in 1961 in New York, is an American artist recognized as one of the leading figures in graffiti art. He began painting subway cars in New York in 1973, quickly gaining notoriety for his colorful and elaborate pieces covering entire train cars. His crew, United Artists (UA), became known for its prolific work on the city’s subway lines. Throughout the 1980s, Seen shifted his focus from subway cars to canvases and gallery exhibitions, introducing graffiti art into established art spaces. He participated in numerous exhibitions, including the “New York/New Wave” exhibition at P.S.1 in 1981, and his work has been exhibited internationally. Seen’s career spans several decades, during which he has maintained his signature style while exploring various mediums and themes.