Keith Haring's collaboration with Grace Jones on body painting emerged in the 1980s, marking a pivotal intersection between visual art, dance, and performance. Their partnership began when Andy Warhol introduced Haring to Jones, leading to a legendary 18-hour photoshoot organized by Warhol. Haring painted Jones for Interview magazine, which was just the beginning of their collaborations. They worked together again for Jones's music video "I'm Not Perfect (But I'm Perfect for You)" and her appearance in the film "Vamp." These projects showcased Haring's iconic style on a new canvas—the human body—and highlighted the duo's innovative approach to art and performance​ (Artland Magazine)​.