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Who is or what is kaws
KAWS (American, b.1974) is a notable limited-edition toy and clothing designer. He was born in Jersey City, NJ, as Brian Donnelly. -
Kaws beginnings
KAWS 'career began as a graffiti artist in New York, NY, in the early 1990s. -
Design progress
Immediately upon graduation in 1996, KAWS began working as a freelance artist for Disney, creating animated backgrounds. -
First Artistic Awards
he received the Pernod Liquid Art Award, which offers a grant to new artists. -
Art Toys
In the late 1990s, KAWS began designing and producing limited edition toys. These gained international popularity, especially in Japan. -
Important collaborations
Some of KAWS 'other popular collaborative works include its redesign of Mickey Mouse, The Michelin Man, and SpongeBob SquarePants. -
Best Selling Sculptures
His solo exhibition, OriginalFake at the Bape Gallery in Tokyo, Japan, featured a sculpture entitled Wonderful World, which sold for US$400,000. -
Latest studies
Ontario College of Art and Design
Studied at The School of Visual Arts in New York City -
Record of sale
In 2019, THE KAWS ALBUM (2005) sold at auction for a record $14.8 million, breaking his previous record of $2.7 million which was set in 2018.
