Tyree Guyton

Quick Facts

Full Name	Tyree Guyton
Occupation	Artist
Date Of Birth	Aug 24, 1955(1955-08-24)
Age	69
Birthplace	Detroit
Country	United States
Birth City	Michigan
Horoscope	Virgo

Tyree Guyton Biography

Tyree Guyton is one of the most popular and richest Artist who was born on August 24, 1955 in Detroit, Michigan, United States.

Guyton was raised on Heidelberg Street, a residential neighborhood on Detroit’s east side, which influenced him throughout his life. in his childhood, he frequently visited the Detroit Institute of the Arts with his grandfather. Guyton also grew up during the Detroit riots of 1967. He proceeded to complete high school and serve in the U.S. Army. After his time in the military he decided to pursue his dreams of being an artist. He began taking night classes under the artist Charles McGee, at the College for Creative Studies.

Since creating the Heidelberg Project with his grandfather in 1986, Guyton has received international recognition as an artist, educator, and community leader. The Heidelberg Project is slated to close due to his desire to focus on other projects.

Tyree Guyton Net Worth

Tyree Guyton is one of the richest Artist from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Tyree Guyton 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Tyree Guyton (born August 24, 1955) is an artist from Detroit, Michigan. He is married to Jenenne Whitfield and continues to live in Detroit. Before becoming an artist, Guyton worked as a firefighter and an autoworker and served in the U.S. Army. He studied art at Marygrove College, Wayne State University, and the Center for Creative Studies—now College for Creative Studies. Guyton counts his grandfather, Sam Mackey, and Detroit artist Charles McGee as his greatest influences.

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Who is Tyree Guyton Dating?

According to our records, Tyree Guyton married to Jenenne Whitfield. As of December 1, 2023, Tyree Guyton’s is not dating anyone.

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Although he is an honorary director on the Heidelberg Project board of directors, in recent years he has concentrated his efforts on his art exhibitions as well as on lecturing and teaching. In 2007, he accepted a position teaching an honors program at the Wayne State University.

Facts & Trivia

Jorge Ranked on the list of most popular Artist. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Tyree Guyton celebrates birthday on August 24 of every year.

Top Facts about Tyree Guyton

1. Tyree Guyton is an American artist born in 1955.
2. He is best known for his outdoor art installation, the Heidelberg Project.
3. The project began in 1986 on Detroit’s east side.
4. It features colorful and whimsical sculptures made from found objects.
5. The project has faced controversy and vandalism over the years.
6. Guyton has received numerous awards for his work, including a Kresge Fellowship.
7. His work has been exhibited internationally, including at the Venice Biennale.
8. Guyton also works as a public speaker and educator.
9. He continues to create new installations and projects in Detroit and beyond.
10. His work explores themes of community, urban decay, and social justice.

What is Tyree Guyton art style?

Tyree Guyton is an American Neo-Expressionist artist who is a proponent of Graffiti art and Urban Environmental art. He has waged a personal war on urban blight on Detroit’s East Side, transforming his childhood neighborhood into a living indoor/outdoor art museum.

Why is the Heidelberg Project controversial?

Local detractors view the Heidelberg Project as an eyesore and health hazard, and resent the fact that it draws further attention to Detroit’s urban blight.

How did Tyree Guyton help restore Detroit?

Thirty-five years ago, Guyton returned to his childhood neighborhood to find trash-strewn vacant lots, abandoned houses, drugs, violence and entrenched poverty. With the help of his grandfather and neighborhood kids, he began to clean up the area, collecting and repurposing discarded items and debris into works of art.

What is Tyree Guyton famous for?

Artist Tyree Guyton is an American Neo-Expressionist best known for creating Detroit’s Heidelberg Project. Guyton extensively uses found objects in his work, including bicycles, old shoes, baby dolls, and other discarded items.

Is Tyree Guyton still alive?

Tyree Guyton (born August 24, 1955) is an artist from Detroit, Michigan. He is married to Jenenne Whitfield and continues to live in Detroit.