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JR is the enigmatic French artist behind some of the world's most provocative large-scale public photography projects. His work appears around the world, including recently at the Palais Garnier in Paris. Joseph Remnant is a Los Angeles-based artist/cartoonist whose comics and illustrations have appeared in Arthur magazine, Juxtapoz, and the New York Times. Nato Thompson is an author and formerly Chief Curator for Creative Time in New York. Alice Rohrwacher is an Italian filmmaker, and co-director of short film Omelia Contadina with JR. George Lucas is a film director, producer and screenwriter, and founder of Lucasfilm.
Praise for JR: Can Art Change the World? (2015) 'An inspiration for those trying to create socially engaged art and make a difference in marginalized communities.' – Smithsonian Magazine '[An] imposing monograph ... Sure to be a popular feature on this year's Christmas lists.' – TIME 'Can artists change the world? I don't know. But if anyone is capable of doing so, then my money's on JR.' – The Daily Telegraph 'Inspiring.' – Metropolitan Praise for JR: Can Art Change the World? (2024) 'An in-depth look at JR's groundbreaking work, from his early street art to his recent dabbles in the world of dance and cinema.’ – My Modern Met ‘A must-have book that proves how art can impact and engage with our social fabric.’ – Whitehot Magazine 'A palpable yearning for change and strong belief in the power of art.’ – Colossal ‘A far-reaching monograph.’ – The Guardian
