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Akay

b. 1969

Swedish artist

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About Akay

Born 1969. Akay is a Swedish painter.

Akay is one of the first Swedish graffiti-influenced street artists, and has received international attention.

When he quit graffiti, he started his street art project Akayism. In the Akayism project he has created art installations in all kinds of formats and sizes that have been seen in all corners of the world. Some of the installations have been co-made with other famous street artists.

Klisterpeter (Swedish for Glue-Peter) known for his deer-stickers and urban bird nesting boxes, has co-made many of Akay's installations. They sometimes call themselves the Barsky Brothers.

Books Urban Recreation - Akay & Peter (2006) Michel Verlinden et Raphaël Cruyt, Hell Hole Hope, naissance d'un musée, Bruxelles, Éditions MIMA, 2022, 240 P.

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Important facts

Born
1969
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People whose lives overlapped Akay's

Frequently asked questions

Who is Akay?

Swedish artist

When was Akay born?

Akay was born in 1969.

What is Akay's occupation?

Akay is a painter.

What nationality is Akay?

Akay is Swedish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Akay

· Wikidata: Q4700381

· DBpedia: Akay

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