Keith Haring (কিথ হ্যারিং) was an American artist known for his vibrant and energetic pop art, which emerged from the 1980s New York City graffiti subculture. His bold, animated imagery became a globally recognized visual language, often used to address social issues such as AIDS awareness, LGBTQ+ rights, and anti-apartheid movements.

  

Haring’s artistic career took off with spontaneous chalk drawings in New York subways, featuring stylized figures, radiant babies, barking dogs, and other iconic motifs. As his popularity grew, he transitioned to large-scale murals, gallery exhibitions, and public commissions, creating over 50 public artworks worldwide. In 1986, he opened the Pop Shop, a retail space that sold his artwork in an accessible form, reinforcing his belief that art should be for everyone. A passionate activist, Haring used his art to advocate for safe sex, anti-drug campaigns, and children's education. Diagnosed with AIDS in 1988, he established the Keith Haring Foundation to support AIDS organizations and children’s programs. Despite his illness, he continued to create impactful work until his passing in 1990 at the age of 31. Today, Haring’s legacy endures through his art, which remains a symbol of social justice, activism, and creative expression.