KAWS (born Brian Donnelly, 1974, Jersey City, USA) is a globally renowned contemporary artist and designer whose work bridges the worlds of fine art, street culture, and commercial design. Beginning with graffiti in the 1990s, he developed a distinctive visual language of bold graphics and reimagined pop culture characters.

Best known for his iconic “Companion” figures and large-scale sculptures, KAWS creates works that are playful, accessible, and deeply resonant with both popular and art audiences. His art has been exhibited in major museums worldwide, blurring the boundaries between high culture and mass appeal.