THEVOZ, Michel. Art, Folie, Graffiti, Lsd, Etc.

(France): Editions de L’Aire, [1985].  First edition.  Softcover.  21cm by 14cm.  122 pages.  An eclectic and provocative exploration of the intersections between art, madness, and countercultural expression. Thevoz examines how mental illness (or “folie”) can sometimes unlock creative potential, and how artists have often harnessed altered states of consciousness—whether through the use of drugs like LSD or through experiences of madness—to produce groundbreaking works. He draws upon historical and contemporary examples to show that art does not merely reflect reality but can also alter our perceptions and invite us into new ways of understanding the world. One of the key themes is the concept of transgression—how street art, in particular, serves as a form of resistance to established norms, challenging both societal expectations and the very definition of art itself. Graffiti, in Thevoz’s view, represents a unique form of self-expression that exists outside the traditional boundaries of galleries and museums, often reflecting a raw, unfiltered aspect of the artist’s mind and identity.  A very good copy in wrappers.